Solicitor – Property Litigation – Plymouth – NQ-1 PQE

Overview

In this role you will handle a varied, high-value property litigation caseload in a Plymouth office, working closely with senior lawyers in a collaborative environment. You will gain exposure to both residential and commercial disputes, including Building Safety Act matters, with early responsibility and direct client contact. The role supports rapid progression and professional development within a growing team focused on quality client service. This is a chance to shape outcomes for developers, occupiers, investors and lenders while developing litigation expertise.

Pay / Benefits

• supportive working environment
• clear career progression opportunities
• high levels of responsibility from the outset
• wellbeing, work-life balance and professional development
• opportunities for involvement in CSR initiatives
• D&I groups and charity work

Responsibilities

• Assist with and manage a varied caseload of property litigation matters
• Handle commercial landlord and tenant disputes
• Work on Building Safety Act matters
• Manage real property disputes (rights of way, adverse possession, boundary issues, harassment)
• Handle service charge disputes (commercial and residential)
• Insolvency and secured recoveries in property context
• Engage with a broad client base and maintain direct client contact
• Run your own caseload with early responsibility and contribute to complex matters

Key requirements

• NQ-1 year PQE in property litigation
• Experience gained during training or in a newly qualified role
• Exposure to both residential and commercial contentious property matters
• Strong communication skills and confidence with a broad client base
• Empathy, sensitivity and professionalism in handling client matters
• Resilience and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong commercial judgement and attention to detail
• Motivation to take on early responsibility and develop expertise

• Empathy
• Strong communication
• Resilience under pressure
• Property litigation
• Landlord and tenant disputes
• Building Safety Act matters

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