Real Estate Disputes Lawyer

Real Estate Disputes Lawyer (2–5 PQE) Salary: £85,000–£110,000 + bonus

Location:

London (City) — 3 days in the office

If you’re a Real Estate Disputes lawyer who enjoys genuinely varied property litigation, early responsibility, and high‑calibre work (without being left to sink or swim), this is a standout opportunity within a top‑tier London team. You’ll work on complex, high‑value disputes with excellent support, clear progression, and the chance to build your own profile in the market.

You’ll join a high‑performing, collegiate Real Estate Disputes team advising a broad client base across the real estate sector. The work is interesting, technical, and often business‑critical, with plenty of scope to develop advocacy, strategy, and client‑handling skills.

• Running your own caseload (with supervision) and supporting Partners/Senior Associates on larger matters
• Advising on a broad range of landlord and tenant disputes, including:
  • Lease renewals (contested and uncontested)
  • Dilapidations claims
  • Break notices (service and disputes)
  • Forfeiture and possession actions
• Working on complex and high‑profile disputes for a range of sophisticated clients
• Getting involved in wider real estate disputes work, including building safety, rights of light, joint ventures, and emerging sector issues
• Contributing to business development and strengthening relationships with new and existing clients

• UK‑qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)
• 2–5 years’ PQE with strong Real Estate Disputes / Property Litigation experience gained in a reputable UK practice
• Confidence managing multiple matters and deadlines with a calm, organised approach
• Excellent drafting and technical capability across property litigation documentation (pleadings, correspondence, settlement documentation, advice notes)
• Strong commercial judgement and the ability to communicate clearly with clients
• A proactive, collaborative mindset and genuine interest in building a long‑term career in this space

• London (City)
• Hybrid working with an expectation of at least 3 days per week in the office

• £85,000–£110,000 (dependent on experience)
• Bonus (where applicable)
• Private medical cover
• Enhanced pension
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Wellbeing support (EAP and related resources)
• Structured learning and development with high‑quality supervision and early responsibility
• Clear career progression in a busy team with a strong reputation for developing Associates

For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd (H-FTS)
Email:

If you’re not actively looking but would value a market chat, feel free to reach out.

Confidentiality: All applications and conversations will be handled in strict confidence.