Property Litigation Senior Associate / Legal Director

Property Litigation Senior Associate / Legal Director

Salary: £65,000 - £85,000 (DOE)

Location: Leeds City Centre

Experience: Strong property litigation background (housing disrepair not a focus)

A exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join our client's highly regarded Property Litigation team in Leeds. This role is ideal for a seasoned litigator looking to work on a diverse range of high-quality commercial property disputes within a leading Yorkshire law firm.

The Opportunity

• Advise on a wide variety of commercial property disputes for a broad client base
• Manage complex litigation cases, including landlord and tenant matters, lease renewals, dilapidations, forfeiture, possession actions, and property-related insolvency
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues in a supportive team environment
• Minimal involvement in housing disrepair work-focus is on commercial property litigation
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management

What We're Looking For

• Significant experience in property litigation as a Senior Associate or Legal Director
• Strong technical expertise across commercial landlord and tenant disputes, dilapidations, forfeiture, and related litigation
• Excellent client care, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Commercially astute, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Profiles focused on housing disrepair are less suitable

What's On Offer

• £65,000 - £85,000 salary (DOE)
• High-quality work with a leading Yorkshire law firm
• Modern office environment in central Leeds
• Supportive, well-established team culture
• Opportunities for professional development and recognition

About Our Client

Our client is a leading Yorkshire law firm, recognised for its client-first approach, technical excellence, and collaborative team culture. The Property Litigation team is known for handling complex commercial disputes and delivering practical, strategic solutions for clients across a range of sectors.

Location & Working Arrangements

Leeds. Full-time, permanent role.

How to Apply

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