Property Disputes Solicitor (2-5 PQE) An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Property Disputes Solicitor to join one of the South East's leading Real Estate Dispute Resolution teams. Recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, this specialist team advises an impressive client base including developers, investors, portfolio owners, retailers, financial institutions, charities and public sector organisations. The team is widely regarded as a market leader, handling complex and high-value disputes across both commercial and residential property matters. This is an opportunity to join a dedicated property disputes practice within a large, full-service law firm that combines the quality of work typically associated with major city firms with the culture, flexibility and career development opportunities of a leading regional practice. The Role As a Property Disputes Solicitor , you will manage your own caseload while supporting senior lawyers on larger and more complex matters. You will advise on a broad range of contentious property matters including: Commercial landlord and tenant disputes Business lease renewals Dilapidations and breaches of covenant Rent and service charge disputes Forfeiture, break notices and vacant possession claims Business rates matters Restrictive covenants and adverse possession claims Rights of way and boundary disputes Rights to light and telecoms disputes Development and overage disputes Construction-related property disputes Landlord and tenant insolvency matters You will also have the opportunity to contribute to networking, marketing and business development initiatives, helping to further strengthen your profile within the property sector. About You We are keen to speak with qualified solicitors who have: Approximately 2-5 years' PQE Experience in contentious commercial property matters, or a strong litigation background with a property focus A sound understanding of landlord and tenant legislation Excellent technical and drafting skills Strong commercial awareness and client relationship skills The ability to manage matters effectively and work to deadlines A collaborative approach and desire to contribute to a successful team environment Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for a Property Disputes Solicitor to join a highly respected team that consistently handles work well above its regional market peers. Highlights include: Band 1 Legal 500-ranked Property Litigation team High-quality and complex work across residential and commercial property disputes Exposure to major clients, developers, investors and household-name organisations Genuine career progression opportunities Structured mentoring and professional development programmes Hybrid working arrangements Private healthcare Enhanced family-friendly benefits Additional birthday leave A collaborative and supportive culture with an outstanding reputation for employee engagement The firm has built a reputation as an employer of choice, combining ambitious growth with a genuine commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and long-term career development. Its investment in people is reflected in industry-leading employee engagement scores and Investors in People Gold accreditation. If you are a Property Disputes Solicitor looking to work alongside recognised experts on complex, high-profile matters while developing your career within a supportive and progressive firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential discussion regarding this Property Disputes Solicitor opportunity. GWV Talent Solutions Limited (trading as Gerrard White Consulting and Vermelo RPO) acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary and contract workers. By applying for this job you accept the terms of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service Agreement which can be found at (url removed)
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Property Disputes Solicitor (2-5 PQE) An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Property Disputes Solicitor to join one of the South East's leading Real Estate Dispute Resolution teams. Recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, this specialist team advises an impressive client base including developers, investors, portfolio owners, retailers, financial institutions, charities and public sector organisations. The team is widely regarded as a market leader, handling complex and high-value disputes across both commercial and residential property matters. This is an opportunity to join a dedicated property disputes practice within a large, full-service law firm that combines the quality of work typically associated with major city firms with the culture, flexibility and career development opportunities of a leading regional practice. The Role As a Property Disputes Solicitor , you will manage your own caseload while supporting senior lawyers on larger and more complex matters. You will advise on a broad range of contentious property matters including: Commercial landlord and tenant disputes Business lease renewals Dilapidations and breaches of covenant Rent and service charge disputes Forfeiture, break notices and vacant possession claims Business rates matters Restrictive covenants and adverse possession claims Rights of way and boundary disputes Rights to light and telecoms disputes Development and overage disputes Construction-related property disputes Landlord and tenant insolvency matters You will also have the opportunity to contribute to networking, marketing and business development initiatives, helping to further strengthen your profile within the property sector. About You We are keen to speak with qualified solicitors who have: Approximately 2-5 years' PQE Experience in contentious commercial property matters, or a strong litigation background with a property focus A sound understanding of landlord and tenant legislation Excellent technical and drafting skills Strong commercial awareness and client relationship skills The ability to manage matters effectively and work to deadlines A collaborative approach and desire to contribute to a successful team environment Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for a Property Disputes Solicitor to join a highly respected team that consistently handles work well above its regional market peers. Highlights include: Band 1 Legal 500-ranked Property Litigation team High-quality and complex work across residential and commercial property disputes Exposure to major clients, developers, investors and household-name organisations Genuine career progression opportunities Structured mentoring and professional development programmes Hybrid working arrangements Private healthcare Enhanced family-friendly benefits Additional birthday leave A collaborative and supportive culture with an outstanding reputation for employee engagement The firm has built a reputation as an employer of choice, combining ambitious growth with a genuine commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and long-term career development. Its investment in people is reflected in industry-leading employee engagement scores and Investors in People Gold accreditation. If you are a Property Disputes Solicitor looking to work alongside recognised experts on complex, high-profile matters while developing your career within a supportive and progressive firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential discussion regarding this Property Disputes Solicitor opportunity. GWV Talent Solutions Limited (trading as Gerrard White Consulting and Vermelo RPO) acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary and contract workers. By applying for this job you accept the terms of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service Agreement which can be found at (url removed)
Construction Disputes Associate London 2-5 PQE 85,000 - 110,000 + Benefits You must have prior law firm experience to be considered for this role. A highly regarded London law firm, recognised for its exceptional work across the real estate, construction and private wealth sectors, is seeking a talented Construction Disputes Associate to join its growing team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Construction Disputes Associate to join one of the UK's most respected construction practices, acting for developers, contractors, consultants, investors, funds, property owners and high-net-worth clients on a broad range of complex and high-value disputes. The successful Construction Disputes Associate will join a team that combines top-tier quality work with a genuinely collaborative culture. The firm has built an enviable reputation for providing sophisticated legal advice while maintaining a supportive and entrepreneurial environment, making it an attractive alternative to the traditional City law firm model. The Construction Disputes Associate Role The Construction Disputes Associate will advise on a broad range of contentious construction matters across some of the UK's most prestigious developments and property portfolios. Work will include: Adjudications, mediations and arbitration proceedings Technology and Construction Court (TCC) litigation Professional negligence claims involving architects, engineers and consultants Delay, disruption and extension of time disputes Defective works and building safety matters Final account disputes Contractual interpretation and risk allocation issues Disputes arising from JCT, NEC and bespoke construction contracts Development and infrastructure-related disputes Strategic dispute avoidance and project advisory work The Construction Disputes Associate will work closely with highly experienced partners and will enjoy significant client contact from an early stage, often acting as a key day-to-day contact on matters. The Firm This established London practice has earned a reputation as one of the leading advisers to the real estate and construction industries. The firm's construction team is regularly instructed on some of the UK's most notable residential, mixed-use, commercial, hospitality and regeneration projects. Clients range from major developers and investors through to contractors, consultants, landed estates and private clients. Unlike many larger firms, the culture is genuinely collaborative and collegiate. Associates are encouraged to take ownership of matters, build client relationships and develop their own professional profile, with clear opportunities for progression. The Construction Disputes Associate The successful candidate is likely to have: Between 2 and 5 years' PQE Strong experience handling contentious construction matters Experience gained within a recognised construction, projects or disputes practice Excellent academics and technical drafting skills Exposure to adjudication, arbitration and/or litigation Familiarity with JCT and NEC contracts Strong client management and communication skills Commercial awareness and a genuine interest in the built environment A proactive and collaborative approach to team working Why Apply? Join one of London's most respected construction law teams Work on high-value and high-profile construction disputes Excellent client exposure and responsibility Strong partner access and mentoring High-quality work without the intensity often associated with US firms Clear progression opportunities Collaborative and supportive culture Competitive salary and benefits package For a Construction Disputes Associate seeking top-quality work, excellent client exposure and a long-term career within a highly respected construction practice, this represents an exceptional opportunity.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Construction Disputes Associate London 2-5 PQE 85,000 - 110,000 + Benefits You must have prior law firm experience to be considered for this role. A highly regarded London law firm, recognised for its exceptional work across the real estate, construction and private wealth sectors, is seeking a talented Construction Disputes Associate to join its growing team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Construction Disputes Associate to join one of the UK's most respected construction practices, acting for developers, contractors, consultants, investors, funds, property owners and high-net-worth clients on a broad range of complex and high-value disputes. The successful Construction Disputes Associate will join a team that combines top-tier quality work with a genuinely collaborative culture. The firm has built an enviable reputation for providing sophisticated legal advice while maintaining a supportive and entrepreneurial environment, making it an attractive alternative to the traditional City law firm model. The Construction Disputes Associate Role The Construction Disputes Associate will advise on a broad range of contentious construction matters across some of the UK's most prestigious developments and property portfolios. Work will include: Adjudications, mediations and arbitration proceedings Technology and Construction Court (TCC) litigation Professional negligence claims involving architects, engineers and consultants Delay, disruption and extension of time disputes Defective works and building safety matters Final account disputes Contractual interpretation and risk allocation issues Disputes arising from JCT, NEC and bespoke construction contracts Development and infrastructure-related disputes Strategic dispute avoidance and project advisory work The Construction Disputes Associate will work closely with highly experienced partners and will enjoy significant client contact from an early stage, often acting as a key day-to-day contact on matters. The Firm This established London practice has earned a reputation as one of the leading advisers to the real estate and construction industries. The firm's construction team is regularly instructed on some of the UK's most notable residential, mixed-use, commercial, hospitality and regeneration projects. Clients range from major developers and investors through to contractors, consultants, landed estates and private clients. Unlike many larger firms, the culture is genuinely collaborative and collegiate. Associates are encouraged to take ownership of matters, build client relationships and develop their own professional profile, with clear opportunities for progression. The Construction Disputes Associate The successful candidate is likely to have: Between 2 and 5 years' PQE Strong experience handling contentious construction matters Experience gained within a recognised construction, projects or disputes practice Excellent academics and technical drafting skills Exposure to adjudication, arbitration and/or litigation Familiarity with JCT and NEC contracts Strong client management and communication skills Commercial awareness and a genuine interest in the built environment A proactive and collaborative approach to team working Why Apply? Join one of London's most respected construction law teams Work on high-value and high-profile construction disputes Excellent client exposure and responsibility Strong partner access and mentoring High-quality work without the intensity often associated with US firms Clear progression opportunities Collaborative and supportive culture Competitive salary and benefits package For a Construction Disputes Associate seeking top-quality work, excellent client exposure and a long-term career within a highly respected construction practice, this represents an exceptional opportunity.
REAL ESTATE DISPUTES SOLICITOR - TOP TIER LEGAL 500 FIRM Job Title: Solicitor / Associate / Senior Associate Department: Real Estate Disputes Salary: DOE up to 85K Hours: Full time Location: Cheltenham, hybrid, 2-3 days in the office Job Reference: CWS517 OVERVIEW. We are working with a top tier, legal 500, award-winning firm, with a solid reputation for client care, the firm combines national strength with a supportive and collaborative culture. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading practice and play a key role in the continued growth of its dispute resolution team. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage a broad caseload of real estate disputes across residential and commercial property, including lease renewals, dilapidation's, service charge recovery, boundary issues, rights of way, restrictive covenants, nuisance. Advise a wide range of clients, from landlords, tenants, and developers to investors, landowners, and public or not-for-profit organisations. Draft and manage pre-action correspondence, pleadings, witness statements, and other litigation documentation, taking cases through to conclusion. Work closely with barristers, experts, and colleagues across real estate, development, planning, construction, and finance teams to deliver joined-up solutions. Attend client meetings, provide strategic updates, and ensure advice is practical, commercial, and aligned to client objectives. Support and mentor junior colleagues while contributing to business development to enhance the team's profile. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Qualified solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE in real estate disputes (other levels considered depending on experience). Strong technical knowledge of property litigation ideally both commercial and residential property. Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills. A collaborative team player, with experience working alongside colleagues in related practice areas. Commitment to business development and building long-term client relationships. IN RETURN: Up to 27 days holiday + bank + option to buy and sell Life assurance Private medical and dental insurance + Healthcare cashplan + income protection Various other perks and discounts including legal services, gym discounts, shops, season tickets etc. Many more. For more details please contact: removed)
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
REAL ESTATE DISPUTES SOLICITOR - TOP TIER LEGAL 500 FIRM Job Title: Solicitor / Associate / Senior Associate Department: Real Estate Disputes Salary: DOE up to 85K Hours: Full time Location: Cheltenham, hybrid, 2-3 days in the office Job Reference: CWS517 OVERVIEW. We are working with a top tier, legal 500, award-winning firm, with a solid reputation for client care, the firm combines national strength with a supportive and collaborative culture. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading practice and play a key role in the continued growth of its dispute resolution team. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage a broad caseload of real estate disputes across residential and commercial property, including lease renewals, dilapidation's, service charge recovery, boundary issues, rights of way, restrictive covenants, nuisance. Advise a wide range of clients, from landlords, tenants, and developers to investors, landowners, and public or not-for-profit organisations. Draft and manage pre-action correspondence, pleadings, witness statements, and other litigation documentation, taking cases through to conclusion. Work closely with barristers, experts, and colleagues across real estate, development, planning, construction, and finance teams to deliver joined-up solutions. Attend client meetings, provide strategic updates, and ensure advice is practical, commercial, and aligned to client objectives. Support and mentor junior colleagues while contributing to business development to enhance the team's profile. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Qualified solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE in real estate disputes (other levels considered depending on experience). Strong technical knowledge of property litigation ideally both commercial and residential property. Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills. A collaborative team player, with experience working alongside colleagues in related practice areas. Commitment to business development and building long-term client relationships. IN RETURN: Up to 27 days holiday + bank + option to buy and sell Life assurance Private medical and dental insurance + Healthcare cashplan + income protection Various other perks and discounts including legal services, gym discounts, shops, season tickets etc. Many more. For more details please contact: removed)
