Property Litigation Associate

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Property Litigation Associate -1-3+ PQE | London, City | Leading L500 Firm | Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week | Excellent Benefits

The Firm:

This Leading Legal 500 firm combines commercial strength with an entrepreneurial culture. With 100+ fee-earners, 130+ staff firm-wide, and £17M+ annual turnover, it offers a stable, well-resourced platform with clear growth ambitions.

The Real Estate Disputes & Secured Recovery team is a core practice area, acting on complex, high-value disputes for landlords, developers and lenders. The firm operates a modern, flexible model, offering up to three days per week hybrid working.

This firm also offers excellent career progression- It is not uncommon for Associates to progress to Partnership within the firm.

The Role:

An opportunity has arisen for an Associate to take a leading role within the RED & SR team.

Responsibilities:

You will manage and lead complex matters including:

  • Developer and right to light disputes
  • Party wall and trespass claims
  • Landlord & tenant litigation
  • Possession and mortgage claims
  • Contested lease renewals, forfeiture and secured recovery

Beyond case leadership, you will play a strategic role in client development, cross-referrals and team supervision, helping shape the next phase of the department's growth.

Why This Role?

  • Join a Legal 500-ranked team – Take a visible role in a respected disputes practice.
  • Clear route to Partnership or lateral Partner platform – Genuine influence over team direction and growth.
  • High-quality, complex work – Act on substantial real estate and secured recovery litigation.
  • Strong commercial foundation – Join a £17M+ turnover firm with ambitious expansion plans.
  • Hybrid flexibility – Up to three days per week working from home.
  • Opportunity to build profile and client base – Supported by an established London platform.

The Candidate & Benefits:

  • You will be an experienced RED&SR lawyer with a strong track record in complex real estate disputes, ideally within a London commercial practice.
  • A highly competitive remuneration package, aligned with seniority and contribution, alongside flexible hybrid working and genuine progression prospects.

This is a compelling move for a Lawyer seeking greater influence, responsibility and a strong commercial platform from which to grow.

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Property Litigation Associate -1-3+ PQE | London, City | Leading L500 Firm | Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week | Excellent Benefits

The Firm:

This Leading Legal 500 firm combines commercial strength with an entrepreneurial culture. With 100+ fee-earners, 130+ staff firm-wide, and £17M+ annual turnover, it offers a stable, well-resourced platform with clear growth ambitions.

The Real Estate Disputes & Secured Recovery team is a core practice area, acting on complex, high-value disputes for landlords, developers and lenders. The firm operates a modern, flexible model, offering up to three days per week hybrid working.

This firm also offers excellent career progression- It is not uncommon for Associates to progress to Partnership within the firm.

The Role:

An opportunity has arisen for an Associate to take a leading role within the RED & SR team.

Responsibilities:

You will manage and lead complex matters including:

  • Developer and right to light disputes
  • Party wall and trespass claims
  • Landlord & tenant litigation
  • Possession and mortgage claims
  • Contested lease renewals, forfeiture and secured recovery

Beyond case leadership, you will play a strategic role in client development, cross-referrals and team supervision, helping shape the next phase of the department’s growth.

Why This Role?

  • Join a Legal 500-ranked team – Take a visible role in a respected disputes practice.
  • Clear route to Partnership or lateral Partner platform – Genuine influence over team direction and growth.
  • High-quality, complex work – Act on substantial real estate and secured recovery litigation.
  • Strong commercial foundation – Join a £17M+ turnover firm with ambitious expansion plans.
  • Hybrid flexibility – Up to three days per week working from home.
  • Opportunity to build profile and client base – Supported by an established London platform.

The Candidate & Benefits:

  • You will be an experienced RED&SR lawyer with a strong track record in complex real estate disputes, ideally within a London commercial practice.
  • A highly competitive remuneration package, aligned with seniority and contribution, alongside flexible hybrid working and genuine progression prospects.

This is a compelling move for a Lawyer seeking greater influence, responsibility and a strong commercial platform from which to grow.

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Posted: April 29th, 2026