Junior Property Dispute Resolution Solicitor

Posted 4 hours 24 minutes ago by Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom, PR0 2
Job Description
Junior Property Dispute Resolution Solicitor

North West/Hybrid

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

An established and growing property litigation team is looking for a Junior Solicitor to join its highly collaborative team. You will have the opportunity to work on a diverse and challenging caseload, handling disputes for independent business owners, retail occupiers, large property developers, and private individuals across both the commercial and residential sectors.

The Role:
  1. Managing a broad caseload, including landlord and tenant disputes, real property litigation, and contractual matters, under supervision where required.
  2. Providing strategic legal advice across a wide range of property-related disputes.
  3. Drafting and preparing legal documents, correspondence, and court submissions.
  4. Engaging with courts, barristers, expert witnesses, and other professionals, instructing counsel where necessary.
  5. Representing clients at court hearings, mediations, and negotiation meetings.
  6. Assisting in mentoring and supporting junior colleagues, including trainees, paralegals, and administrative staff.
  7. Playing an active role in business development, contributing to the firm's growing presence in the property litigation market.
What We're Looking For:
  1. NQ - 2 years PQE, with a solid foundation in property litigation.
  2. The ability to manage a caseload independently, while working collaboratively within a team.
  3. Strong technical knowledge of landlord and tenant law, real property disputes, and commercial litigation.
  4. Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to balance priorities and meet deadlines.
  5. A keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal advice.
  6. Strong communication and client relationship management skills.
  7. Proficiency in IT and case management systems.
  8. A proactive mindset, with a desire to develop the firm's property litigation practice through networking and business development initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ambitious solicitor to join a highly regarded property litigation team, working on high-value, complex cases while benefiting from strong career progression and professional development.

Apply below, or alternatively, send your CV to or call for more information.