Overview
Property Litigation Associate – Bristol – 2 years PQE plus
Location: Bristol Office (Hybrid)
Type of Role: Full-time (Part-time considered)
Salary: £45,000 to £65,000
Chadwick Nott are pleased to be working with a progressive and growing legal services provider currently seeking an experienced Property Litigation Associate to join their Litigation and Dispute Management team in central Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation lawyer looking to work within a dynamic, client-focused environment backed by a steady pipeline of high-quality work.
The Role
This is a client-facing and autonomous position, offering the opportunity to manage a broad range of property litigation matters. Responsibilities include:
- Managing cases involving property damage, trespass, and nuisance
- Handling disputes via court proceedings, mediation, and other ADR methods
- Running your own caseload with a focus on efficiency and client service
- Supervising junior team members where required
- Meeting billing targets and contributing to team KPIs
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal processes
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to an experienced litigation solicitor or associate with:
- Strong understanding of Civil Procedure Rules and litigation from inception to trial
- Experience with mediation and ADR techniques
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage complex cases
- High levels of client care and commercial awareness
- Supervisory or mentoring experience (desirable)
- Experience in property-related disputes (preferred but not essential)
- Familiarity with legal expenses insurance and policy interpretation (advantageous)
- Resilience and empathy in handling contentious matters
Working Arrangements
- This is a full-time role based in a central Bristol office, just five minutes from Temple Meads station. Hybrid working is available (minimum 2 days/week in office). Part-time options (minimum 4 days/week or equivalent hours) may be considered depending on experience.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers:
- Bonus scheme
- Company pension with enhanced contributions
- 26 days annual leave (plus option to buy 5 more)
- Group Income Protection and Legal Protection
- European Motor and Home Emergency Assistance
- Health Cash Plan
- Employee Discounts Hub (including gym memberships)
- Sports & Social Club access
- Career development support including Training Contracts and SQE/CILEX routes
- Inclusive and high-energy working culture
If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
0117 917 1515
07711 799761
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Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.
*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. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £45000 – £65000 per annum
Location: Bristol, Bristol
