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Property Litigation Solicitor

William James Recruitment
Birmingham · posted 20 August 2026
Salary
£75,000 – £100,000 a year
Location
Birmingham, West Midlands
Category
Legal

Property Litigation Associate / Senior Associate Solicitor – Birmingham with Hybrid Working – £75,000 to £100,000 + Excellent Benefits



The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

A long-established and highly respected West Midlands law firm, recognised in multiple categories of the legal 500, is seeking a Property Litigation Associate / Senior Associate Solicitor to join its Birmingham office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful Dispute Resolution team, handling a broad range of residential and commercial property disputes while working with an established client base and helping to further develop the firm's offering. Known for its strong client-focused culture, excellent reputation and flexible approach to working, the firm offers high-quality work, genuine career progression and hybrid working opportunities within a supportive and collaborative environment.


The Role:


  • Managing a varied caseload of residential and commercial property disputes
  • Advising both landlords and tenants on contentious landlord and tenant matters
  • Handling boundary disputes and general property litigation matters
  • Managing TOLATA claims from instruction through to resolution
  • Advising on professional negligence claims relating to property matters
  • Assisting with wider commercial litigation matters where required
  • Drafting pleadings, witness statements, correspondence and other legal documentation
  • Conducting advocacy where appropriate
  • Providing exceptional client care and managing client expectations throughout matters
  • Building upon the firm's strong reputation and actively contributing to business development initiatives
  • Working collaboratively within the Dispute Resolution team to deliver successful outcomes for clients


The Candidate:


  • A qualified Solicitor with experience in Property Litigation
  • Experience handling contentious landlord and tenant disputes for both residential and commercial clients
  • Experience with boundary disputes, TOLATA claims and general property litigation matters
  • Strong client care and communication skills
  • Advocacy experience or a willingness to develop advocacy skills
  • Commercially aware with strong organisational and case management abilities
  • Able to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
  • A proactive team player with a genuine interest in developing the firm's Property Litigation offering


The Benefits & How to Apply:


  • Competitive salary, with a strong bonus structure
  • Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, life assurance, enhanced pension scheme, and more
  • Generous holiday entitlement
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • Clear and structured career progression pathway
  • Supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking firm culture
  • High-quality work acting for well-known brand-name clients across the public and private sectors
  • Excellent scope for career progression within one of the UK’s largest Construction teams


Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.


Contact: Rhys Spencer, Retained Consultant


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More About William James Recruitment


William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. xwzovoh We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.

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