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