Property Litigation Solicitor – Manchester
You'll join the Manchester-based Property Litigation team, part of a national Real Estate Litigation group that is one of the largest in the UK, comprising over 20 lawyers across Leeds, London and Manchester.
Work will include:
* Commercial landlord and tenant disputes
* Lease renewals (contested and uncontested)
* Break notices, forfeiture and possession actions
* Telecoms disputes
* Complex dilapidations claims
* Development-related disputes
* Strategic litigation for large-scale occupiers and landlords
At Junior Associate level, you'll gain exposure to a wide variety of disputes and benefit from direct Partner supervision. You’ll be given real responsibility early, with support to help you grow and eventually run your own matters.
At Senior/Managing Associate level, you'll take a lead on complex cases, supervise junior colleagues and act as a key contact for major clients. You’ll have the chance to play a strategic role in client relationships and business development across the firm’s national Real Estate division.
What The firm is Looking For
* For Junior Associate: 1+ PQE with experience in property litigation or strong interest in developing a specialism in this area
* For Senior/Managing Associate: 5+ PQE with a proven track record of handling real estate disputes and client relationships, with supervisory experience preferred
* Strong academics and training from a recognised national or regional firm
* Commercial awareness and a pragmatic, solutions-led approach to client advice
* The resilience and ambition to thrive in a team that blends high performance with genuine camaraderie
What’s On Offer?
* Top-tier salary and benefits package
* Generous discretionary bonus
* Flexible hybrid working model
* Realistic and achievable career progression
* Supportive and approachable Partners
* Clear commitment to wellbeing, with initiatives including:
* Mental Health Champions
* Mindful Business Charter signatory
* Annual wellbeing allowance
* Optional private medical, dental and health screenings
* Annual volunteering day and strong CSR commitment
This is a fantastic opportunity for a property disputes lawyer at either Associate or Managing Associate level to join a market-leading practice at a firm that blends prestige with approachability. If you'd like a confidential chat about the team, culture or fit, I’d be happy to share more detail.
Seniority Level:
* Associate
Industry:
* Legal Services
* Law Practice
Employment Type:
* Full-time
Job Functions:
* Legal
Skills:
* Property Law
* Landlord/Tenant Matters
* Working with Landlords
* Estate Disputes
* Real Estate
* Dispute Resolution
* Litigation
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