Property Litigation Associate – Bristol

Overview

As a Property Litigation Associate in Bristol, you will manage a diverse caseload in the Complex Litigation Department and contribute to high-quality property disputes work. You’ll collaborate with a skilled team, supporting junior colleagues and driving client service excellence. The role blends contentious property matters with risk-aware practice, offering a clear path for career progression in a supportive, hybrid environment. You will be central to delivering results and shaping the team’s growth.

Pay / Benefits

• 26 days holiday (plus option to buy more)
• pension scheme
• health cash plan
• group protection benefits
• employee discounts
• gym memberships

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of property litigation matters from inception to trial
• Advise clients on disputes and resolve them via court, mediation, or ADR
• Maintain focus on risk management and client service excellence
• Meet annual billing targets and KPIs
• Supervise and support junior colleagues to help them meet targets and develop skills

Key requirements

• Detailed understanding of Civil Procedure Rules and experience litigating through to trial
• Strong knowledge of mediation and ADR techniques
• Experience in property-specific disputes desirable (damage, trespass, nuisance) or willingness to train
• Excellent communication to advise on complex matters clearly and confidently
• Resilience, empathy, and client-focused approach to contentious work
• Organisational skills to manage a busy workload independently
• Supervisory or management experience is advantageous

• clear and confident communication
• resilience
• client-focused approach
• Civil Procedure Rules
• Mediation/ADR techniques
• Property disputes knowledge (damage, trespass, nuisance)

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