Property Litigation Associate Solicitor / Senior Associate Solicitor – Stoke-on-Trent – Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits
A growing Legal 500 firm is seeking a Property Litigation Solicitor to join its expanding Stoke-on-Trent office as part of a significant period of investment and growth. With key senior hires already in place and a strong pipeline of high-quality work, this is a standout opportunity to join a modern, forward-thinking firm offering excellent tech, a contemporary working environment, and genuine progression. You’ll play a key role in a developing team, handling a broad mix of property disputes – from agricultural and land matters to complex real estate litigation – while benefiting from early responsibility and clear routes to senior leadership.
The Role
* Managing a varied caseload of Property Litigation matters, including agricultural, land, and real estate disputes
* Advising clients on landlord & tenant, development, and estate-related disputes
* Handling matters from instruction through to resolution, including litigation and ADR
* Drafting pleadings, correspondence, and legal documentation across Property Litigation cases
* Providing commercially focused, pragmatic advice to clients
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships
* Attending client meetings, negotiations, and court hearings, with advocacy opportunities
* Supporting business development and contributing to the growth of the Stoke-on-Trent office
The Candidate
* A Property Litigation Solicitor operating at Associate or Senior Associate level (or approaching that level), ideally based near Stoke-on-Trent
* Strong technical expertise across Property Litigation matters, ideally including agricultural or land-based disputes
* Ability to manage Property Litigation matters with increasing autonomy, whilst working collaboratively within a wider team
* Commercially aware, with an interest in client development and business growth
* Experience gained within a reputable regional or national firm
* Ambitious and motivated, with a desire to progress and play a key role in a growing Property Litigation practice
The Benefits
* Competitive salary, with an excellent bonus structure
* Comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, pension scheme, and death in service
* Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Strong firm culture with a people-focused approach and supportive management team
* Realistic billable expectations, promoting a healthy work-life balance
* Modern office environment in Stoke-on-Trent, with excellent technology and high-quality work
* Award-winning Legal 500 firm with a strong and growing reputation
* Excellent scope for career progression, with clear pathways into senior leadership for a Property Litigation Solicitor
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