Property Litigation Solicitor

My client is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Property Litigation Solicitor to join their team in Guildford, Surrey.

The firms busy Dispute Resolution team now have an opportunity for a property litigator to join them. If you are a great advocate with strong client care, the ability to develop client relationships and able to work independently and within a team, then this might be the right opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Development of a client portfolio by utilising good marketing skills, social media and networking opportunities, including internal cross referrals
• Dealing with client work including court proceedings, providing advice in writing, over the phone or during meetings, maintaining accurate records and meeting notes, and carrying out advocacy (where appropriate).
• Adherence to compliance policies and procedures
• Management of client expectations
• Management of risk
• Dealing with new enquiries
• Case and file management
• Supporting in the development of other team members
• Participation in CPD
• Support in marketing initiatives including participation in the delivery of webinars and podcasts
• Participation in charity and networking events

We are looking for someone with:

• At least 3 years PQE experience of working in dispute resolution with an emphasis on property litigation including most or all of the following:
• Business tenancy disputes and renewals
• Commercial landlord/tenant work including rent arrears, forfeiture and dilapidation claims
• Party Wall Act disputes
• Possession claims including adverse possession and squatters
• Neighbour disputes including disputes in respect of restrictive covenants, easements, trespass and boundary disputes
• Service charge disputes
• Development disputes
• Personal pride in the quality of their work which should be to a high standard
• Knowledge of the requirements of Lexcel

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.