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Property & Private Client Litigation Solicitor

Litigation Solicitor – Property & Private Client

Established Law Firm | East London | Hybrid Options

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Litigation Solicitor (minimum 1 year PQE) to join a well-established and modern law firm based in East London.

This is a firm with a strong local reputation, known for delivering high-quality legal advice across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious matters for both individuals and businesses. With clear promotion prospects and a supportive environment, this role offers the chance to develop a varied litigation practice while progressing your career within a stable and growing firm.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will join a busy and experienced team, handling a diverse caseload across property and private client litigation. This role would suit a confident fee earner who enjoys variety, autonomy, and direct client contact, with supervision and support available where required.

Key Responsibilities

You will manage your own caseload, including:

Property Disputes

  • Ownership disputes
  • Rights of way and boundary disputes
  • Service charge disputes
  • Right to Manage claims

Landlord & Tenant (Residential & Commercial)

  • Possession and eviction proceedings
  • Lease renewal proceedings

Probate Disputes

  • Inheritance Act claims
  • Will validity challenges

Additional Litigation Matters

  • Debt recovery and repayment claims
  • Building disputes

About You

  • Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 1 year PQE in litigation
  • Experience handling a broad range of contentious matters
  • Able to work autonomously, with supervision where appropriate
  • Produces high-quality work with strong attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and client-care skills
  • Well organised and comfortable working to departmental billing targets

What’s On Offer

This firm genuinely invests in its people and offers a balanced, supportive working environment with clear progression opportunities.

Benefits include:

  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  • Generous bonus scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Work-from-home options
  • Full-time, Monday–Friday role
  • Strong promotion prospects within the firm

Why Apply?

This is a standout opportunity for a litigation solicitor looking to:

  • Build a broad and high-quality caseload
  • Gain exposure across property and private client disputes
  • Join a well-regarded, forward-thinking firm
  • Progress quickly in a role where performance is recognised and rewarded

Confidential applications welcomed.

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Pauline Stephenson

Pauline Stephenson

Consultant- Private Practice