Your new firm
Our client is a well-established UK law firm with a strong national presence and an excellent reputation in property litigation and real estate. Ranked by Chambers and Legal 500 and listed among The Times Best Law Firms, this firm is widely recognised for its collaborative approach, high standards of client service, and forward-thinking growth strategy. With a strong track record of financial performance, they continue to invest in their people and foster a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Your new role
This is an exciting chance to join a highly regarded team in Exeter that acts for a diverse range of clients, including institutional landlords, investors, developers, and private individuals, on a broad spectrum of contentious property issues.

You will work closely with partners and senior lawyers on matters such as co-ownership and neighbour disputes (including rights of way, adverse possession, and boundary issues), lease and tenancy disputes, commercial rent recovery, enforcement of charges, possession claims, professional negligence claims, and rectifying historic title issues.
Alongside this, you’ll play an active role contributing to the team’s collaborative culture and helping to deliver excellent client service.

What you’ll need to succeed
You will be a recently qualified Property Litigation lawyer and have experience in property litigation, ideally gained at a regional or national law firm, and be comfortable running a varied caseload independently. Experience handling housing disrepair claims is highly desirable, alongside excellent technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and confidence in dealing with both residential and commercial contentious property matters.

You’ll be a natural communicator who builds trust and rapport with clients and colleagues, demonstrating a proactive, client-focused approach. We welcome applications from newly qualified solicitors through to those with more established experience.

What you’ll get in return
They offer a highly competitive package designed to support both professional growth and personal wellbeing. This includes a comprehensive range of benefits, flexible working arrangements, and a culture that values collaboration and inclusivity.

The firm is committed to providing ongoing development opportunities, from structured training to sector-focused events, helping you build expertise and expand your network. You will also be encouraged to take an active role in shaping the future of the practice through business development initiatives, while enjoying clear pathways for career progression within a forward-thinking and supportive environment.

What you need to do now
If you are interested in this role or would like further information, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

If this job isn’t quite right for you but you’re exploring new opportunities, we’d still love to hear from you.

We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.
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