Solicitor or Associate - Property Litigation - Dorset - Hybrid

Solicitor or Associate - Property Litigation - Dorset - Hybrid

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Property Litigation Solicitor or Associate to join a thriving disputes team in Dorset. This is a fantastic chance for an ambitious lawyer to work on a high-quality and varied caseload while playing a key role in the continued growth of a well-established and highly respected practice.

The successful candidate will advise a broad range of business clients on complex and commercially significant disputes, gaining exposure to challenging work and developing trusted client relationships. With a strong pipeline of instructions and a collaborative team culture, this role offers genuine responsibility, excellent career prospects, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact.

Working alongside experienced litigators, the Solicitor will be encouraged to develop their profile in the market, contribute to business development initiatives, and build specialist expertise across a diverse range of contentious matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on commercial property disputes, including lease breaches, rent arrears, and forfeiture claims
• Handling landlord and tenant disputes, business lease renewals, and dilapidations matters
• Managing easement, boundary, rights of way, and property ownership disputes
• Building strong client relationships while supporting networking and business development activities

This role is ideally suited to a commercially minded solicitor with around 3+ years' PQE who is proactive, client-focused, and eager to progress. It offers high-quality work, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to build a long-term and rewarding career in Dorset.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within South West or South Wales in general, please do get in touch with Daniel St Quintin at Chadwick Nott.

(e) danielstquintin@chadwicknott.co.uk
(m) 07955276050

*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.*