Property Litigation Solicitor

Property Litigation Solicitor | 1+ PQE | Manchester

A property litigation team in Manchester is expanding following significant client wins, and the timing creates an opening for someone who wants to carve out a genuine specialism in landlord and tenant work.

This team sits within one of the UK's largest property litigation practices, acting for household-name landlords, investment portfolios, local authorities and developers on residential possession, disrepair defence, service charge disputes and contentious long leasehold matters.

The Work
The focus is residential landlord and tenant litigation: advising on and conducting contested possession claims, defending disrepair claims, advising landlords on repairing obligations and compliance with the Renters Rights Act 2025, and handling housing law matters including rent repayment orders, HMO licensing issues, tenant breaches and rent increases.

At 1+ PQE, the expectation is proactive case management, client contact and initiative from day one. As the team grows, early-stage responsibility becomes leading on files, supervising others and contributing to client development.

The Platform
The property litigation practice is one of the largest in the UK, with strong regional teams and national reach. The Manchester team has strong Legal 500 recognition for legal knowledge, responsiveness and client service.

Partners are regionally based, which means local visibility and mentoring. The culture emphasizes collaboration, no rigid hierarchy and real involvement in live matters.

Why This Makes Sense
The role offers a clear path into residential landlord and tenant specialism at a time when regulatory change is reshaping the sector. That kind of expertise becomes valuable for institutional landlord in-house roles, larger property litigation teams or specialist housing practices.

Joining during a growth phase following client wins means more responsibility, visibility and opportunity to shape how the team handles its expanding caseload. The platform is national, the clients are high-profile, and the work is technically demanding, but the base is Manchester with a culture that prioritises flexibility and career progression.

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