At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage property disputes and support clients through cohabitation and trust issues.
- Company: Join a top UK law firm known for its supportive and ambitious culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, private healthcare, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Develop expertise in TOLATA while making a real difference for clients.
- Qualifications: NQ-3 years PQE with a passion for property law and client service.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 75000 £ per year.
A UK Top 50 law firm is seeking a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (NQ-3 PQE) to join its specialist Home Ownership Disputes Team, part of the wider Property Disputes division. This is an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in TOLATA and equitable property trust disputes within a supportive, ambitious and nationally recognised practice.
The Role
- Support and manage a varied caseload of cohabitation and property trust disputes, including TOLATA claims involving orders for sale, beneficial interest disputes and equitable accounting.
- Advising on disputes between cohabitees, family members and friends.
- Drafting cohabitation agreements.
- Managing your own caseload under supervision.
- Supporting senior lawyers on complex matters.
- Responding to new enquiries and providing empathetic, clear client advice.
- Contributing to business development, including writing articles and thought leadership pieces.
- Delegating work to junior lawyers and trainees where appropriate.
Candidate Requirements
- NQ-3 years' PQE (guideline only – all levels considered).
- Some experience advising on TOLATA or property trust disputes.
- Strong interest in equitable claims and cohabitation matters.
- Excellent attention to detail and high quality drafting skills.
- Professional integrity and commitment to exceptional client service.
- Ability to work sensitively with clients in emotionally charged situations.
- Confidence using case management systems and digital workflows.
Benefits
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
- Long service holiday awards.
- Private healthcare (post probation).
- Scottish Widows pension scheme (5% employer / 5% employee).
- Staff profit share and individual performance bonus.
- Salary sacrifice options.
- Life assurance and permanent health insurance.
- Paid CSR day.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
- Subsidised gym membership.
- Electric car scheme.
- Dress for your day policy.
- Hybrid working (60% office / 40% home).
- Flexible, agile and part-time options available.
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.*
Property Disputes (TOLATA) Lawyer - Bristol - NQ-3 Years PQE employer: Chadwick Nott
Chadwick Nott is an exceptional employer that prioritises both professional growth and a supportive work culture. As a Private Client Partner in Dorset, you will enjoy the autonomy to manage your own caseload while receiving mentorship opportunities to develop junior lawyers, all within a diverse and inclusive environment that values high-quality client service.
