Senior Solicitor - Dispute Resolution - Property Litigation

The Role

This role is based in our Edinburgh office, and we are looking for candidates that are around 2-4 years PQE.

The role will involve:

• Advising clients on all issues relating to commercial, agricultural and private/estate properties
• Providing practical and commercial advice
• Working closely with colleagues in Commercial Real Estate and Rural Land & Business
• Sheriff Court and Court of Session work as well as exposure to the Scottish Land Court, Lands Tribunal for Scotland and the Housing and Property Chamber. First Tier Tribunal for Scotland
• Regular opportunities for advocacy and supervision of recovery of possession cases
• Participating in the business development initiatives for the team

Core areas are:

• Recovery of Rent and Service Charge
• Irritancy of Leases
• Dilapidations Claims
• Interpretation of Leases
• Removal of Unauthorised Occupiers
• Title Rectification
• Applications to the Land Court
• Boundary Disputes
• Missive and Title Problems
• Private and Social Housing
• Planning Appeals
• Applications to The Housing and Property Chamber. First Tier Tribunal for Scotland
• Professional Negligence Claims
• Applications to the Lands Tribunal

In addition to demonstrating relevant legal expertise, the successful candidate should be able to manage a varied workload, be able to work alone and/or as part of a team and have the ability to deliver a first-class service to our clients.

What you will get in return

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Mentoring from experienced solicitors and partners
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development
• A competitive salary and benefits package

Anderson Strathern is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and to the development of a diverse workforce.