Property Disputes Lawyer

Womble Bond Dickinson Wealth Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking an experienced property litigation lawyer to join their Newcastle team. You will manage leasehold disputes, prepare and pursue court claims, and provide crucial legal advice to clients. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with excellent communication and drafting skills, coupled with a strong desire to excel in property litigation. This is a fast-paced role that promises a mix of volume and complex advisory work set within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in property litigation or strong interest in leasehold disputes.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload and communicate directly with clients.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of leasehold disputes from start to finish.
• Prepare and pursue court claims for ground rent, service charges, and other arrears.
• Advise clients on breaches of lease and enforcement options.

Skills

Property litigation

Leasehold disputes

Client communication

Drafting skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Our national Property Dispute Resolution team is one of the largest and most highly rated in the UK and we are now looking for a property litigation lawyer to expand our team in Newcastle. You will work as part of our specialist Leasehold Disputes team, acting for freeholders and managing agents. The role is varied and fast-paced, offering a mix of volume and complex advisory work.

What will you be doing?

In this role, you'll manage a varied caseload of leasehold disputes from start to finish, including preparing and pursuing court claims for ground rent, service charges, and other arrears. You'll advise clients on breaches of lease and enforcement options, draft pleadings and witness statements, and handle both defended and undefended claims through to resolution. Alongside core work, you'll tackle complex issues such as disrepair claims, Section 20 consultations, insolvency-related lease enforcement, and technical queries on lease interpretation. Client engagement is key—you'll attend meetings, provide clear and timely advice, and support business development through training sessions, workshops, and industry events.

What does the ideal candidate look like?

We're looking for a proactive, commercially minded lawyer with a passion for property litigation and leasehold disputes—or a strong desire to develop expertise in this area. You'll thrive managing a busy caseload, communicating confidently with clients, and delivering practical, solution-focused advice. Strong drafting, analytical, and organisational skills are essential, along with the ability to think strategically and act decisively. Collaboration is at the heart of our team, so you'll enjoy working in a supportive environment while also taking the lead in client-facing activities and business development. If you're ready to combine technical skill with commercial awareness and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

To be successful in this role, you'll have as a minimum:

• You’ll be a qualified (England & Wales) Solicitor with experience in property litigation or residential leasehold disputes (or a strong interest in developing in this area)
• Proven experience managing a busy caseload and communicating directly with clients
• Possess strong drafting, analytical and organisational skills.