- Managing a varied caseload, including landlord and tenant disputes, real property issues, and professional negligence claims.
- Advising clients on rights of way, restrictive covenants, boundary disputes, tenancy issues, and contractual matters.
- Drafting and preparing legal correspondence, court documents, and submissions.
- Conducting negotiations, mediation, arbitration, and court hearings.
- Liaising with clients, barristers, expert witnesses, courts, and tribunals, including instructing counsel when necessary.
- Assisting with the growth and development of the property litigation team, including business development initiatives.
- Mentoring and supervising junior solicitors, trainees, and paralegals, providing guidance on legal and procedural matters.
- Promoting the firm’s values and reputation internally and externally, collaborating with teams across the business.
- 3-5 years PQE in property litigation
- Strong technical knowledge of real property law, landlord and tenant disputes, contract law, and professional negligence.
- Ability to independently manage a caseload while working collaboratively within a team.
- Experience or interest in arbitration and alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills, with experience attending court hearings and mediations.
- Excellent organisation, planning, and time management, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
- A proactive approach to business development, with a drive to expand the firm’s property litigation offering.
- Strong communication and client relationship skills, ensuring high levels of service and professionalism.
- Proficiency in IT and case management systems.