Full job descriptionProperty Litigation Fee Earner
*Job Type: Full-time
*Location: Hampshire
*Salary: £54,000 - £62,000 – PLUS: Fee Earner bonus potential around (£5000 - £8000)
Join an award-winning, Legal 500-ranked team as a Property Litigation Fee Earner. If you have 2-4 years PQE in property litigation and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role offers the opportunity to handle a diverse caseload of residential property disputes within our Dispute Resolution Team.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Manage contentious residential property matters from initial instruction through to resolution.
*Handle landlord and tenant disputes, including leasehold disputes, service charge disagreements, and tenancy issues.
*Conduct possession and eviction proceedings under the Housing Act 1988, including drafting notices and representing clients in court.
*Resolve breach of lease and contract disputes involving unpaid rent or unauthorised alterations.
*Advise on boundary and adverse possession disputes, including land ownership issues and right-of-way conflicts.
*Engage in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods such as mediation, arbitration, and negotiations to resolve disputes outside of court.
*Represent clients in litigation, drafting pleadings, preparing cases for trial, and appearing in court and tribunals.
*Ensure compliance with housing law and landlord-tenant regulations.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*2-4 years PQE in property litigation or dispute resolution.
*Strong technical knowledge and experience handling various residential property disputes.
*Excellent drafting skills, capable of preparing correspondence, pleadings, and witness statements.
*Commercially astute, focused on delivering practical and cost-effective solutions.
*Exceptional client care skills, able to build trust and communicate effectively with diverse clients.
*Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary based on experience.
*Generous Fee Earner bonus.
*Private Medical Insurance.
*Free car parking.
*Comprehensive benefits package including pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, 25 days holiday (plus an additional day for Christmas closure), and Perkbox benefits.
*Opportunities for professional growth within a supportive and forward-thinking team.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this role or require more information, or just an informal chat reach out to Mark Watts at Reed, your Local Legal Recruitment specialist!