Real Estate Disputes Solicitor/Associate

Real Estate Disputes Solicitor/Associate 2-5 PQE Legal 500 firm Role: Solicitor/Associate Department: Real Estate Disputes Reports to: Heads of Department / Senior Associates A leading full-service law firm is seeking a Solicitor to join its Real Estate Disputes team. The role involves supporting partners and senior lawyers across a broad range of contentious real estate matters, with the opportunity to develop specialist expertise over time. Overview of Work The team handles all aspects of contentious property law, including: Residential and commercial landlord and tenant disputes Enfranchisement and lease extension matters Rights of way, easements, and rights to light issues Planning and development-related disputes Management of land and buildings, including service charge challenges Construction-related disputes and licensing of works Disputes involving resident-owned companies Mediation, arbitration, and court proceedings The successful candidate will be expected to have some prior knowledge of these areas and will be supported in developing further technical expertise. Key Responsibilities Technical Work Manage client files efficiently and in compliance with firm and regulatory standards. Provide written and verbal advice on a wide range of property disputes. Conduct meetings with clients, counsel, and third parties. Prepare for and attend court and tribunal hearings. Brief and liaise with counsel; handle advocacy where appropriate. Undertake legal research to support advice and strategy. Record and manage deadlines, time entries, and client instructions accurately. Keep up to date with legislative and case law developments relevant to property litigation. General Responsibilities Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and a positive attitude. Support junior colleagues where appropriate. Communicate clearly within the team to ensure efficient workload management. Confidently use IT and case management systems. Person Specification Personable and approachable with excellent communication skills Proactive and client-focused Technically strong in real estate disputes Strong team player with a collaborative mindset Ambitious, forward-thinking, and commercially aware Confident in client-facing situations Competent IT skills If this role sounds like the right one for you, do not hesitate to get in touch. Joey.mullen@simpsonjudge.co.uk 07831592157

Location: City of London, London, GB

Posted Date: 10/30/2025