Property Litigation - Commercial (Preston)
Location
Lancashire
Salary
£50000-65000 per annum
Sector
Private Practice
Type
Permanent Role
Practice Area
Property Litigation
Reference
JG/L/P/0526
Overview
This role has arisen as the team continues to handle an increasing volume of complex commercial property disputes, particularly from landlords, property portfolio managers and commercial clients requiring ongoing strategic advice. It offers the opportunity to develop within a specialist practice with strong existing client relationships and consistent workflow.
About the Firm
This is a long-standing regional firm with a strong reputation across the North West for commercially focused, pragmatic legal advice. The litigation team is known for its straightforward approach and strong client relationships, acting for businesses, landlords, developers and property owners across a broad range of disputes.
The Preston office remains a key hub for the firm, with an established litigation practice and collaborative working environment.
Role Overview
- Advising on a broad range of commercial property disputes
- Handling matters involving landlord and tenant issues, forfeiture, lease renewals, dilapidations and possession claims
- Supporting on more complex strategic disputes involving property portfolios and development land
- Working directly with experienced senior lawyers on high-value and ongoing client matters
- Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision depending on experience
- Building long-term client relationships with commercial and property sector clients
Candidate Profile
- Likely to suit a solicitor with around 2-5 years' PQE as a guide
- Experience in property litigation is essential
- Commercial litigation lawyers with strong property disputes exposure may also be considered
- Comfortable managing files and client relationships with increasing autonomy
- Strong communication skills and a commercially grounded approach
Offer and Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Established and respected litigation team
- High-quality commercial property disputes work
- Strong long-term development opportunity within a growing practice
- Preston-based role, hybrid working, strong employee benefits
What Now?
An initial conversation can take place discreetly, and you don't need a CV to start.
For more information, please contact Jack Grant at Thornton Legal on 07538 704 113 or jack@thorntonlegal.co.uk
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