Solicitor – Property Litigation – Bristol – 3+ Years PQE

Overview

In this role you will handle a varied property disputes caseload within a respected disputes team in Bristol. You will support commercial clients, landlords and tenants, driving matters from drafting through negotiation to court proceedings. The position offers hybrid working and clear progression within a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality client service. You will contribute to business development and cross-team initiatives while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. This is an opportunity to further specialise in contentious real estate and shape client outcomes.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangements
• Clear career progression pathways
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive and intellectually stimulating work environment
• Recognition for high quality work and client service

Responsibilities

• Manage property-related disputes including landlord and tenant issues, forfeiture, arrears, dilapidations and possession matters
• Handle boundary, rights of way, easement and restrictive covenant disputes
• Oversee title and ownership-related claims and professional negligence matters in property context
• Advise commercial clients, landlords, tenants and managing agents across sectors
• Draft pleadings, applications, witness statements and correspondence
• Progress matters through negotiation, ADR and court proceedings
• Liaise with clients, counsel, expert witnesses and other professionals
• Support wider Commercial Disputes work when needed
• Contribute to business development and client relationship activities

Key requirements

• 3+ years PQE in Property Litigation (or strong Commercial Disputes with transferable skills)
• Strong technical knowledge of contentious real estate matters
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage matters independently with appropriate supervision
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and collaborative mindset
• Proactive, client-focused approach with ability to manage multiple matters
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal IT systems

• collaborative
• proactive
• client-focused
• contentious real estate knowledge
• drafting pleadings and advocacy
• negotiation and ADR

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