Newly Qualified Solicitor – Property Litigation
Salary: £38,000 - £45,000
Location: Telford
A well-established regional law firm is seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join its Property Litigation team.
The successful candidate will work closely with experienced partners and senior solicitors on a varied caseload of contentious property matters acting for commercial and private clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated NQ solicitor looking to develop their career within a supportive and highly regarded disputes team.
The Role
The role will involve advising clients on a broad range of property litigation matters, including:
* Residential and commercial landlord and tenant disputes
* Possession proceedings and forfeiture actions
* Boundary, easement, and right of way disputes
* Dilapidations claims
* Trespass and nuisance matters
* Property-related contractual disputes
* Enforcement of covenants
* Debt recovery linked to property matters
* General litigation support on complex and high-value disputes
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to manage their own caseload, with appropriate supervision, while also assisting senior fee earners on more complex matters.
Candidate Requirements
Applicants should:
* Be due to qualify as a solicitor in 2026 or recently qualified
* Have completed at least one seat in litigation and ideally gained exposure to property litigation matters
* Possess strong drafting and analytical skills
* Demonstrate good commercial awareness and attention to detail
* Be capable of managing competing deadlines effectively
* Have strong interpersonal and client care skills
* Be confident working both independently and as part of a team
The Firm
The firm offers a supportive working environment, high-quality work, and genuine opportunities for career progression. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team with an established client base and a strong reputation in dispute resolution work across the region. Get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.