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Property Litigation Solicitor

Ashville Knight

Southampton

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 70,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established firm in Southampton is seeking a skilled Property Litigation Solicitor to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to manage a varied caseload, including possession claims and boundary disputes, while providing exceptional legal advice to a diverse client base, from property developers to local authorities. The firm prides itself on its progressive approach and strong regional presence, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment. With a commitment to professional development and a collaborative team culture, this position is perfect for motivated individuals eager to make a significant impact in property litigation.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus birthday day off
Pension scheme
Private healthcare

Qualifications

  • Experience in litigation is essential; all levels of PQE considered.
  • Strong communication and client care skills are required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a diverse caseload of contentious property matters.
  • Provide clear legal advice and attend to clients regularly.

Skills

Litigation experience
Excellent communication skills
Client care skills
Ability to work independently

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Property Litigation Solicitor to join this great firm with multiple offices and an extremely strong presence regionally. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone to join a progressive and well-regarded firm.

Areas of focus will include:

Possession claims
Restrictive covenants disputes
Rights of way and easement disputes
Trespassers
Nuisance
Boundary disputes
Rights of light disputes
Adverse possession (Squatter's rights)

Duties will include:

Managing own caseload of a variety of contentious matters.
Acting for a broad range of clients from Property Developers and Commercial Landlords to government departments, local authorities, and retailers.
Managing most of the procedure from instruction through to settlement.
Providing a responsive service, giving clear and concise legal advice.
Experience of taking matters to court is beneficial, but not essential.
Attend to clients of the firm on a regular basis.
Be actively involved in the marketing and business development of the team and wider firm.
Maintaining continuing professional development requirements and taking an active interest in furthering knowledge within litigation.
To regularly attend and be involved in preparation for team meetings.

Required Skills:

Litigation experience essential - will consider all levels of PQE.

To have had previous client contact and attendance at business development events
Excellent communication and client care skills.
Ability to work independently while contributing to the wider team.

What they offer:

Salary Dependant on experience
27 days holiday plus birthday day off
Pension scheme
Private healthcare

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