Solicitor – Residential Litigation / Leasehold DisputesLocation: Birmingham (Hybrid Working)
Experience: 3+ PQE
Working Pattern: Flexible working considered
A growing specialist property law practice is seeking a Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join its Residential Litigation / Leasehold Disputes team in Birmingham.
The firm operates nationally within the property sector, advising freeholders, managing agents, property managers and leaseholders on complex leasehold and residential disputes. With a consistently increasing volume of instructions, the team is expanding and looking for a solicitor who enjoys technically detailed property litigation and tribunal work.
This is a strong opportunity to join a specialist practice with a focused client base and an expanding disputes team, offering a varied and interesting caseload within a niche area of property law.
The RoleYou will manage a broad range of leasehold and residential litigation matters, including both court and tribunal work.
Key responsibilities include:
*Debt recovery matters across small claims, fast track and multi-track proceedings
*Breach of lease claims in the County Court and tribunal forums
*Forfeiture and possession proceedings
*Lease extension and lease variation matters
*Preparing and managing First-tier Tribunal applications
*Detailed lease analysis and interpretation
*Enforcement of judgments and recovery strategies
*Appointment of manager applications
You will also advise clients on a range of leasehold management and compliance issues, including:
*Major works consultation procedures
*Section 20B notices
*Lease variations and structural issues within leases
*Repair obligations and related statutory notices
The role will also involve supporting the pre-litigation team with technical queries, as well as mentoring and assisting in the development of trainees and junior colleagues within the team.
The Ideal Candidate*Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with 3+ years’ PQE in property litigation or leasehold disputes
*Strong working knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and enforcement procedures
*Experience dealing with long leasehold landlord and tenant legislation
*Confident handling tribunal and court processes
*Strong organisation skills with the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
*Excellent client communication skills and attention to detail
Desirable experience includes:
*Knowledge of Right to Manage (RTM) structures and processes
*Familiarity with Companies Act 2006 provisions relevant to property management structures
*Awareness of key case law within leasehold reform and landlord & tenant legislation
The OpportunityThis is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist and growing team within a niche area of property disputes. The firm continues to see strong demand from property sector clients, creating genuine scope for progression and professional development.
You will benefit from:
*A varied and technically interesting caseload
*Exposure to both court and tribunal work
*A collaborative and supportive team environment
*Hybrid working and modern working practices