Property Litigation Associate / Solicitor

Birmingham – £55,000 - £65,000

With a strong national presence, the team is led by seven Partners and supported by a large and collaborative group of Senior Associates, Associates, Solicitors, Legal Executives, trainees and dedicated support staff.

The team acts for a wide range of clients including household name corporates, social housing providers, property owners, managers and funders.

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a Property Litigation Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE to join its thriving national team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly experienced and supportive environment, advising on a broad range of complex and high-quality property litigation matters. The team is ambitious, energetic and focused on delivering outstanding results for clients, while maintaining a friendly and collaborative culture that supports professional development.

Key Responsibilities

You will be involved in a varied caseload including:
  • Landlord and tenant matters, including rent reviews, dilapidations and lease renewals
  • Possession actions, trespass and squatter matters
  • Service charge disputes
  • Land and development-related disputes
  • Strategic property and occupancy advice
  • Acting for a diverse client base including large corporates, property owners and social housing providers
  • Supporting business development activities and building strong professional relationships
  • Working closely with senior lawyers to develop technical expertise across all aspects of property litigation
About You

The successful candidate will:
  • Be a qualified Solicitor with at least 2 years’ PQE in Property Litigation
  • Demonstrate strong academic ability and excellent technical skills
  • Be proactive, organised and capable of managing a varied caseload
  • Have strong communication skills and a client-focused approach
  • Be a genuine team player with a collaborative mindset
  • Show interest in business development and building professional networks
  • Be motivated to develop within a leading national Property Litigation practice
What’s on Offer
  • Opportunity to join one of the UK’s largest and most respected Property Litigation teams
  • High-quality, varied and complex caseload
  • Strong Partner support and structured career development
  • Friendly, supportive and collaborative team culture
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • Exposure to a broad and prestigious client base
  • Long-term progression within a leading national firm
This is an excellent opportunity for a Property Litigation Solicitor looking to develop their career within a highly ranked and well-established national team.

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Kamile Ramonaite

Recruitment Consultant
07451271468

kamile@douglas-scott.co.uk

Kamile has joined Douglas Scott as a Recruitment Consultant, focusing on the Midlands market. With an undergraduate degree in Law (LLB) and a master’s in International Commercial and Corporate Law, Kamile brings a strong academic foundation and a sharp understanding of the legal landscape to her role. She thrives in recruitment’s fast-paced, people-focused environment and enjoys building meaningful connections with clients and candidates alike. Outside of work, Kamile is passionate about reading, running, and travelling—always seeking new experiences and perspectives to broaden her horizons.


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Commercial Litigation
  • Type: Solicitor / FILEX
  • Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Birmingham
  • Reference: 1338775

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