Associate / Senior Associate – Property Litigation – Exeter

Company: Chadwick Nott
Apply for the Associate / Senior Associate – Property Litigation – Exeter
Location: Exeter
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will advise charities and not-for-profit organisations on complex property disputes, supporting the protection of property assets and strategic goals. You will work within a respected Charities team, collaborating across real estate, property and private wealth practices to deliver seamless guidance. The role offers exposure to challenging disputes and opportunities to shape a leading practice in the charity sector. You will develop trusted relationships with trustees and charities, contributing to business development and growth.

Pay / Benefits

  • flexible working options (full-time/part-time)
  • professional development and mentoring
  • career progression opportunities
  • competitive salary
  • comprehensive benefits package
  • inclusive culture

Responsibilities

  • Manage a varied caseload of property litigation matters (landlord/tenant, leases, rent reviews, rights of way, boundary disputes)
  • Advise on adverse possession, trespass, possession proceedings, and third-party rights disputes
  • Collaborate with Charities, Property and Private Wealth teams to provide integrated advice
  • Build and maintain relationships with charitable clients and trustees
  • Contribute to business development and growth of the practice

Key requirements

  • Qualified Solicitor with Property Litigation experience
  • Strong technical knowledge and autonomous matter management
  • Excellent client relationship and communication skills
  • Commercially focused with practical dispute resolution approach
  • Experience advising charities or not-for-profit organisations (beneficial) or genuine interest to develop this area
  • Collaborative team player with a focus on growth
  • client-focused
  • collaborative
  • proactive
  • Property Litigation
  • landlord and tenant disputes
  • lease renewals

Posted: September 17th, 2026