Overview
Solicitor – Property Litigation – Bath – 5+ Years PQE
Location: Bath (Remote/Hybrid flexibility available)
Type of Role: Locum, 3-month contract +
Salary: Competitive.
A well-regarded legal practice is seeking a Property Litigation Solicitor with 5+ years’ post-qualification experience to take over a mature and active caseload. This locum opportunity offers immediate start and flexible working arrangements, with the potential to transition into a permanent full-time or part-time role next summer.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for managing a diverse and complex caseload of property litigation matters, including:
- Adverse possession claims
- Boundary disputes
- TOLATA claims (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act)
- Residential possession proceedings involving multiple claims and defences
- Lease extensions and long lease interpretation disputes
- Commercial landlord and tenant matters (approx. 20% of caseload), primarily non-paying tenants
- Liaising with clients and professionals to ensure smooth case progression
- Upholding high standards of legal practice and client service
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:
- Minimum 5 years PQE in property litigation
- Strong technical knowledge and litigation experience
- Ability to manage complex files independently
- Excellent communication and client-handling skills
- High attention to detail and professional integrity
- Confidence working remotely or in a hybrid setting
Benefits
The firm offers:
- A collaborative and supportive team culture
- Flexible working arrangements (remote or hybrid)
- Opportunity to transition into a permanent role
- Recognition for quality work and client service
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
Job Tenure: Contract and Full-Time
Salary: £54 – £55 per hour
Location: Bath, Somerset
