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Residential Property Lawyer

United Kingdom · Job Posted May 05, 2026
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An opportunity has arisen to join one of the leading law firms in Cornwall and Devon as a Lawyer in the Residential Property Department. In this newly created role you will work in our Residential Property Department and become a key member of our busy established team taking the client on their journey from the initial instruction stage to Post-Completion.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage a varied caseload from start to post completion including: Freehold and Leasehold sales & purchase, registered and unregistered land, equity release, buy-to-let, right to buy, lease extensions, newbuild, affordable/shared ownership housing and auctions
  • Create and develop new relationships with introducers
  • Manage more complex cases such as creation of new easements, adverse possession, relinquishing easements or covenants, etc.
  • Liaise with vendors, purchasers, solicitors, financial advisors and estate agents

Requirements

  • At least 5 years’ conveyancing experience in managing a varied case load
  • Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer

What we offer

  • Group pension plan
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Medical cash plan
  • Life assurance
  • Holiday trading
  • Private medical insurance options
  • Cycle to work
  • Discounted shopping platform

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