Job Description
Role: Property Litigation Solicitor
Location: Birmingham
PQE: NQ+
Firm: Legal 500
About the Role
Simpson Judge have partnered with a Legal 500 firm with a strong reputation for excellence in property and commercial dispute resolution. The successful candidate will play a key role in advising a broad range of clients on complex commercial real estate disputes, combining technical expertise with commercial insight.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a varied caseload of property-related disputes, including:
* Landlord and tenant matters (lease renewals, dilapidations, rent reviews, forfeiture, service charge disputes).
* Freehold disputes, including rights of way, restrictive covenants, boundary and title issues.
* Property insolvency and enforcement matters.
* Development-related disputes, including overage and option agreements.
* Act for a diverse client base including developers, investors, landlords, local authorities, housing providers, and commercial occupiers.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm’s commercial, real estate, and corporate teams.
* Contribute to business development initiatives, including networking and client relationship management.
About You
* Qualified Solicitor (NQ+ years PQE) with demonstrable experience in commercial property litigation.
* Strong technical knowledge of landlord and tenant law and wider real estate litigation principles.
* Excellent communication and client-handling skills, with a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach.
* Commercially aware, with the ability to balance legal precision with business objectives.
* A proactive team player who enjoys mentoring and contributing to a collaborative culture.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Supportive, values-driven culture focused on quality, integrity, and client service.
* Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
* Flexible working arrangements and modern office environment.
If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.