Property Litigation Partner

Property Litigation Partner | High-Calibre Work, Genuine Autonomy, City-Based

Are you a senior property litigation lawyer looking for a platform that gives you autonomy, profile, and the support to build something exceptional? This highly respected, full-service City firm offers a rare blend of quality work, sensible billing targets, and a genuine route to equity that is both substantial and achievable.

The Firm

This is one of the most established independent law firms in London. Known for its partner-led approach and loyal client base, it delivers top-tier legal advice with a strong commercial focus. The firm has a long-standing reputation in real estate, litigation, private client and corporate law, and has remained consistently profitable through every market cycle.

Their culture combines City-level excellence with a more personal, entrepreneurial environment. Partners enjoy the freedom to grow their practice, cross-refer across strong internal teams, and be part of strategic decisions. Leadership is stable, sensible and committed to long-term growth.

The Property Litigation Practice

The team acts for a wide range of clients, including developers, investors, retailers, charities, local authorities, and private clients. They have a strong reputation for advising both landlords and tenants, giving them a tactical edge in contentious matters.

Typical work includes:

• Landlord and tenant disputes, including dilapidations, forfeiture, service charge, lease renewals and break clauses

• Party wall, boundary, trespass and nuisance claims

• Joint venture disputes, conveyancing issues and breach of contract

• Professional negligence relating to property transactions

• Rights to light, easements, and restrictive covenant issues

• Disputes involving property insolvency, possession, and title defects

The firm is recognised for its robust litigation capabilities, and its property litigation team is regarded as one of the go-to names for high-value and technically complex real estate disputes.

The Opportunity

You will be joining a close-knit and highly experienced disputes team. This is not a leadership role in isolation, but a collaborative position where you will work alongside other partners to shape and grow the department. There is room here for someone to build, supported by an internal referral network and a well-established reputation in real estate.

The firm offers a transparent path to equity and a structure that rewards contribution over bureaucracy. Equity here is substantial and the platform is designed so that everyone who contributes meaningfully can achieve it.

About You

• You will be an experienced property litigator, likely 9 years PQE or above

• You will have strong technical skills and experience in advising on a broad range of real estate disputes

• You may already be a partner or a senior associate ready to step up

• You are commercially minded, client-focused, and confident in generating or nurturing work

• A following is welcomed but not essential if you bring the right expertise and ambition

Why Apply

• Strong, respected brand with a stable platform and excellent internal referrals

• Culture of trust, autonomy and collaboration

• Sensible chargeable hours, excellent support, and a well-managed client base

• Clear and realistic route to equity, with significant financial upside

• Work-life balance without compromising on the quality of work

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, get in touch today. This is a standout chance to join a top-tier team without the politics or pressure of a large City firm.