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Posted 02 August, 2026

Real Estate Disputes Associate (2-5 PQE)

Gleeson Recruitment Group
Birmingham, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Associate - Real Estate Dispute Resolution\n

Birmingham | 2-5 PQE

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A leading national law firm is looking to recruit a Real Estate Dispute Resolution Associate to join its well-established Birmingham team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad and high-quality range of contentious property matters, supporting experienced senior lawyers and gaining meaningful responsibility from day one.

The role\n

You'll be involved in a varied and engaging mix of contentious property work, advising clients across a broad range of real estate disputes. The role will include:

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    Advising on landlord and tenant matters such as lease renewals, dilapidations and forfeiture

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    Acting on disputes arising from development projects, including rights of light, restrictive covenants and boundary issues

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    Managing possession proceedings and trespass-related claims

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    Assisting with property insolvency and enforcement matters

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    Preparing court documentation, including statements of case, witness evidence and counsel instructions

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    Attending hearings, mediations and client meetings

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    Running your own matters with support and guidance as appropriate

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    Assisting senior team members on complex litigation and ADR cases

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    Supporting marketing, profile-raising and business development activity

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This role offers outstanding exposure to high-quality work and the chance to learn from highly experienced practitioners in a supportive environment.

The team\n

The Real Estate Dispute Resolution team is a specialist, well-regarded group within a wider national property practice. The team is known for its commercial, straight-talking approach and its ability to resolve complex disputes with clarity and confidence.

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You'll join a genuinely collaborative and approachable team that acts for developers, investors, landlords, tenants and public sector bodies, working closely with clients to deliver practical and effective solutions.

About you\n

You'll be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales, ideally with 2-5 years' PQE in property litigation. You'll have:

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    Strong technical knowledge of real estate disputes

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    Experience in County Court and First-tier Tribunal proceedings

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    The ability to manage your own workload effectively

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    Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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    Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach

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    A genuine enthusiasm to learn, develop and progress

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Why apply?\n

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in property litigation, gain exposure to complex and varied disputes, and be part of a team that values collaboration, learning and commercial thinking.

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