Careers

We are currently recruiting for a Commercial Property Solicitor. The successful candidate will deal with all aspects of commercial real estate, working with three partners and a solicitor in our expanding Commercial Property team. We act for the full spectrum of commercial clients in many sectors including planning, education, charities and care. Teamwork is essential as the role will involve transactional work with our Corporate and Commercial team. The role is primarily located in Tunbridge Wells but offers flexibility for some remote work.

Qualifications:

• Legal expertise in Commercial Real Estate, with 4-8 years PQE
• Strong research and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Previous experience in a similar role

Please send your CV and covering letter to Victoria Sampson – vls@cooperburnett.com

We have an excellent opportunity for a Property Litigation specialist qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a thriving team working for a mix of commercial and high net worth individuals.  The role is primarily located in Tunbridge Wells but offers flexibility for hybrid working. Due to a continued high volume of work, the team is looking to recruit a junior lawyer with solid experience in property litigation.

The role:

• The successful candidate will deal with all aspects of property litigation, working within our Litigation Department
• Advising clients on a broad range of contentious property matters including commercial landlord and tenants on breaches of covenant, 1954 Act business lease renewals, dilapidations, service charges and forfeiture claims
• Advising primarily residential landlords on enforcing tenancy agreements including bringing County Court possession claims
• Advising landowners on real property matters including boundary disputes, easements, restrictive covenants and adverse possession
• Supporting our busy and expanding commercial property and residential conveyancing teams
• Represent clients in High Court and County Court litigation, arbitration, mediation and other forms of ADR
• Opportunity to get involved in business development and grow your personal profile in the area through the existing networking groups that the firm belongs to

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The candidate:

• A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive
• Previous property litigation experience with 2-8 years PQE
• Strong technical knowledge of contentious property law with the ability to manage files independently
• Commercially minded with excellent client care and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other members of the firm

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Please send your CV and covering letter to Clare Kelly, Practice Manager -clk@cooperburnett.com