Real Estate Disputes Lawyer - International Law Firm
Real Estate Disputes Associate - Leading City Firm
London: Hybrid/Flexible
A leading City law firm with a premier reputation in real estate is seeking a talented Real Estate Disputes Associate to join its highly regarded team. This practice is consistently recognised for handling some of the most complex and high‑value property disputes in the market, acting for major developers, institutional investors, funds, corporate occupiers, and financial institutions.
The Role
You will work on a broad mix of contentious real estate matters, including:
- Commercial landlord-tenant disputes
- Development and regeneration disputes
- Property‑related insolvency issues
- Rights of light, nuisance, trespass and boundary disputes
- Lease interpretation, dilapidations and break clause litigation
- Strategic advisory work for large real estate owners and developers
Associates in this team benefit from hands‑on responsibility, direct client exposure, and the chance to work on market‑shaping real estate projects.
What They're Looking For
- 1-3 PQE from a respected real estate disputes or property litigation practice
- Strong grounding in commercial landlord & tenant work
- Excellent technical ability and commercial judgment
- Desire to take on high‑profile, complex disputes
- A collaborative, confident approach and strong communication skills
Why This Team?
- Work with a top-tier real estate client base
- Exposure to leading cases in the property market
- Supportive, high-performing team with genuine progression opportunities
- High-quality training, development, and partner access
- A strong reputation for associate career growth and internal promotions
How to Apply
If you're a real estate disputes lawyer looking for exceptional work, strong investment in your career, and the chance to work alongside market-leading partners, this is a standout opportunity. Please submit your credentials along with your CV, rest assured all applications received are confidential.
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