We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Litigation Solicitor to join our market leading and well respected Property Litigation Team at JMW.

We are an award winning, top 100, full-service law firm with offices in Manchester, London and Liverpool. The Manchester Litigation Team is one of the largest in the North West and ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners.  The team act for a number of high profile, household names alongside a variety of companies, developers, managing agents, investors and private clients.   

This is a dynamic environment, where Partners take a hands-on approach to the development of the team. This role would suit a Property and Commercial Litigator with c.3-6 years PQE.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse caseload of disputes with an emphasis on property related matters, providing expert legal advice and representation to clients.
• Manage their own caseload as well as and supporting partners on larger disputes.
• Have a client facing role, develop their professional skills and assist in the team’s, and develop their, own business development and marketing strategies.
• Independently manage a varied caseload of property litigation matters including landlord and tenant disputes, boundary disputes, lease renewals, and property damage claims and some general commercial litigation disputes.
• Assist partners and senior solicitors on high value/complex disputes and collaborate with other departments to provide comprehensive legal solutions.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements.
• Represent clients in court, tribunals, and mediation.
• Conduct legal research, stay updated on relevant property law developments, produce articles and blogs and provide internal and external training.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and records and manage compliance and cashflow on files.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

• Qualified Solicitor with circa 3-6 years PQE (though we will consider outstanding candidates outside of this).
• Exposure to a variety of disputes, including property related matters, gained within a leading practice.
• Strong knowledge of property law and litigation procedures.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload and work under pressure.
• Exceptional ability to communicate, with strong drafting skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and use of legal databases.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and a strong team ethic.
• Ambitious mindset and a keen interest in business development.

Working for JMW 

As well as a rewarding career, JMW offers its colleagues many other opportunities and benefits, including:

• A minimum of 25 days' annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus office closure between Christmas and New Year
• Employee Pension Scheme – SMART pension scheme
• Travel Insurance – covering you and eligible family members
• Death In Service - 3 x basic salary
• Private Medical Insurance (subject to opting in) and option of contributing to add eligible family members
• Income Protection - cover of up to 75% of salary
• Access to an interest free travel pass/parking loan
• A one-hour early finish, one Friday a month
• Two days a year to do charitable work, with a huge variety of events to get involved in
• The opportunity to participate in sports teams, hobby clubs, and social events
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Annual promotions process open to all
• Work and employee referral schemes

More information including a full list of our benefits and company culture can be found on the careers home page, and via our social media channels – X, Instagram, LinkedIn.