Property Litigation Associate

Real Estate Disputes Associate 4+ PQE | London, City | Leading L500 Firm | Hybrid Working | Excellent Benefits

The Firm:

This Leading Legal 500 firm combines commercial strength with an entrepreneurial culture. With 100+ fee-earners, it offers a stable, well-resourced platform with clear growth ambitions.

The Real Estate Disputes team is a core practice area, acting on complex, high-value disputes for landlords, developers and lenders. The firm operates a modern, flexible model, offering up to three days per week hybrid working.

The Role:

An opportunity has arisen for a Associate to take a role within the RED team.

You will manage and lead complex matters including:

• Developer and right to light disputes
• Party wall and trespass claims
• Landlord & tenant litigation
• Possession and mortgage claims
• Contested lease renewals, forfeiture and secured recovery

Beyond case leadership, you will play a strategic role in client development, cross-referrals and team supervision, helping shape the next phase of the department's growth.

Why This Role?

• Work within a Legal 500-ranked team - Take a visible role in a respected disputes practice.
• Clear route to Progression - Genuine influence over team direction and growth.
• High-quality, complex work - Act on substantial real estate and secured recovery litigation.
• Strong commercial foundation - Join an established firm with ambitious expansion plans.
• Hybrid flexibility - Up to three days per week working from home.
• Opportunity to build profile and client base - Supported by an established London platform.

The Candidate & Benefits:

• You will be an experienced RED lawyer with a strong track record in complex real estate disputes, ideally within a London commercial practice.
• A highly competitive remuneration package, aligned with seniority and contribution, alongside flexible hybrid working and genuine progression prospects.

This is a compelling move for an Associate seeking greater influence, leadership responsibility and a strong commercial platform from which to grow.