Solicitor - Property Litigation - Bristol - 2+ PQE

Solicitor - Property Litigation - Bristol - 2+ PQE
Location: Bristol (City Centre - Hybrid Working Available)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time or Part-time
Salary: £45,000 - £70,000 (depending on experience)

A well-established and highly regarded regional law firm is seeking a Property Litigation Solicitor to join its growing Dispute Resolution team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected practice with a strong reputation in real estate disputes and a steady flow of high-quality work.

The Role
You will manage and build your own caseload of property litigation matters, including:

• Boundary disputes
• Ownership and TOLATA claims
• Residential and commercial landlord & tenant disputes
• Possession claims
• Lease renewals and enforcement of lease terms
• Service charge disputes
• Easements (rights of way, right to light, rights of use)
• Dilapidations disputes
• Land ownership and leasehold extension matters

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing matters from instruction through to resolution
• Drafting pleadings, statements, applications and court documents
• Preparing and reviewing bundles and costs schedules
• Conducting negotiations and agreeing settlements
• Attending court hearings and undertaking advocacy where appropriate
• Advising clients on progress and costs throughout matters
• Maintaining accurate file management and compliance

You will also:

• Support and supervise junior team members where required
• Assist other departments with property-related disputes
• Contribute to business development and networking activities
• Support directory submissions and marketing initiatives

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with:

• 2+ years' PQE in Property Litigation (or strong litigation background with property exposure)
• Experience handling landlord & tenant and property disputes
• Strong drafting and technical litigation skills
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Confidence managing matters independently
• A proactive and commercially aware approach
• Interest in business development and networking

Benefits
The firm offers:

• High-quality work within a well-regarded Dispute Resolution team
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for career progression and development
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and wellbeing

How to Apply

If this opportunity is of interest or you would like a confidential conversation, please contact:

Olivia Reed
View email address on jobs.thelawyer.com
0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made where required.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*