Trowers & Hamlins is an international full-service law firm advising public- and private-sector clients from offices across the UK, the Middle East and Asia. Its legal work spans real estate, construction, finance, corporate and employment matters, with established expertise in affordable housing. The firm also highlights a large dedicated construction practice, sector-focused legal advice, responsible business and innovation as central to its approach.
Senior Associate / Legal Director, Leasehold Enfranchisement (Hybrid, London)
Advise on lease extensions, collective enfranchisement and Right to Manage claims.\nWork with landlords, investors, developers and leaseholders at Trowers & Hamlins.
Description
- Contribute to the enfranchisement team in Property Disputes
- Represent large estate landlords, investors, developers and tenants
- Manage statutory lease extension claims
- Manage collective enfranchisement claims
- Handle Right to Manage claims
- Advise on tenants’ rights of first refusal
- Advise on enfranchisement reform
- Counsel public- and private-sector clients on enfranchisement matters
- Manage statutory lease extension and enfranchisement claims for landlords and leaseholders
- Negotiate settlements with opposing parties and advise clients on proposed terms
- Develop and sustain strong client relationships
- Take part in marketing initiatives
- Attend firm-wide, office and departmental training
- Prepare client reports
- Manage files in line with Lexcel procedures
Requirements
- At least five years’ relevant post-qualification experience, or equivalent, gained at a reputable firm
- Strong understanding of freehold and leasehold enfranchisement
- Drive, enthusiasm and a client-focused approach
- Commercial awareness
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Strong technical, spoken and written communication skills
- Ability to write in plain English
- Strong interpersonal, presentation and client-facing skills
Benefits
- Annual bonus scheme
- GPP pension scheme with Aviva
- Private medical insurance with Vitality Health from the start of employment
- Discounted gym memberships
- Free cinema tickets
- Health assessments
- Commitment to equal opportunities, equity, diversity and inclusion
- Adjustments or additional support during recruitment or after an offer
- Pre-employment screening covering personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications, and credit and criminal checks where appropriate