Commercial Property Solicitor Salary in County Durham 2026
Salary benchmarks for commercial property solicitors in County Durham, from newly qualified (NQ) through to 8+ PQE, broken down by firm size. Includes paralegal, legal secretary and fee earner ranges. Data is based on market benchmarking across 53 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for commercial property solicitors in County Durham by experience level and firm type. Mid-point figures shown; hover or expand for full range.
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newly qualified (0-1 PQE) | £43,000 £34,000–£51,500 | £45,500 £38,000–£55,000 | £56,000 £45,000–£70,500 | £47,500 £40,500–£58,500 |
| 2-3 PQE | £49,000 £39,000–£59,000 | £53,000 £43,500–£63,500 | £63,500 £50,500–£81,500 | £55,000 £46,000–£67,500 |
| 4-5 PQE | £57,000 £45,000–£69,000 | £62,000 £50,500–£74,000 | £74,000 £58,000–£97,500 | £64,000 £51,500–£80,500 |
| 6-8 PQE | £67,500 £51,500–£83,500 | £72,000 £57,000–£89,500 | £88,500 £68,000–£117,500 | £75,000 £58,500–£96,000 |
| 8+ PQE | £76,000 £59,000–£100,000 | £85,500 £66,500–£112,000 | £106,500 £79,500–£144,500 | £89,500 £68,500–£119,000 |
Figures are regional estimates for guidance only. Actual salaries vary by firm, candidate profile, and negotiation.
Salary by Firm Size
How commercial property solicitor pay varies across firm types in County Durham. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£43,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £34,000–£51,500
8+ PQE: up to £100,000
Regional / Mid-size
£45,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £38,000–£55,000
8+ PQE: up to £112,000
City / National
£56,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £45,000–£70,500
8+ PQE: up to £144,500
In-house
£47,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £40,500–£58,500
8+ PQE: up to £119,000
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in County Durham commercial property teams. Figures use a mid-size firm baseline.
Paralegal
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £24,500 £23,500–£26,000 | £25,000 £23,500–£27,500 | £27,500 £25,000–£31,000 | £26,000 £24,000–£29,000 |
| 1-3 years | £25,000 £24,000–£27,500 | £27,000 £24,500–£30,000 | £30,500 £27,500–£35,000 | £28,000 £25,500–£31,500 |
| 3-5 years | £27,000 £24,500–£29,500 | £29,000 £26,500–£32,500 | £33,500 £29,500–£38,500 | £31,000 £27,500–£35,000 |
| 5+ years | £29,000 £26,500–£32,500 | £31,500 £28,000–£37,000 | £37,000 £32,000–£44,000 | £34,500 £30,000–£40,500 |
Legal Secretary / PA
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £24,500 £23,500–£26,000 | £24,500 £23,500–£26,000 | £27,000 £24,500–£30,000 | £25,000 £23,500–£27,500 |
| 1-3 years | £25,000 £24,000–£26,500 | £25,000 £24,000–£27,500 | £29,000 £26,500–£33,000 | £27,000 £24,500–£30,000 |
| 3-5 years | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £27,000 £24,500–£29,000 | £31,500 £28,000–£36,000 | £29,000 £26,500–£32,500 |
| 5+ years | £26,000 £25,000–£29,000 | £28,500 £26,000–£32,500 | £35,000 £31,000–£41,500 | £31,500 £28,000–£37,000 |
Fee Earner / Legal Executive
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £28,500 £26,500–£31,500 | £31,500 £28,500–£35,000 | £34,000 £30,000–£39,000 | £32,000 £28,500–£36,500 |
| 1-3 years | £30,500 £28,000–£33,500 | £34,000 £30,500–£38,000 | £38,000 £33,000–£44,500 | £35,500 £31,000–£41,000 |
| 3-5 years | £34,000 £30,500–£38,000 | £38,000 £33,500–£43,500 | £43,000 £36,000–£51,000 | £39,500 £34,000–£46,500 |
| 5+ years | £38,000 £33,500–£44,500 | £43,000 £36,000–£52,500 | £49,000 £40,500–£59,500 | £45,000 £37,500–£55,000 |
Commercial Property Firms in County Durham
Regulated commercial property firms in County Durham on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Ajd Law Limited
Also known as 22 Law
Stanley
Appleby Hope & Matthews
Redcar
Askews Solicitors Limited
Middlesbrough
Blackett Hart & Pratt LLP
Also known as Bhp Law
Durham
Chadwick Lawrence LLP
Also known as Yorkshires Legal People, Chadlaw, Acclaim
Darlington
Core Legal Limited
Stockton on Tees
Edmc Legal Limited
Also known as Rmz Law Offices
Stockton-on-tees
Elliott James Legal Ltd
Stockton-on-tees
Emg Solicitors Limited
Darlington
Evans & Co
Spennymoor
Freeman Johnson
Darlington
Freers Askew Bunting Solicitors Limited
Hartlepool
Grey-smith Legal Limited
Saltburn-by-the-sea
Hay & Kilner LLP
Also known as Hay & Kilner Law Firm
Stockton-on-tees
Hewitts
Stockton-on-tees
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified commercial property solicitor in County Durham?
Newly qualified commercial property solicitors in County Durham typically earn between £34,000 and £70,500 depending on firm size, with boutique and high street firms around £43,000, mid-size firms around £45,500 and City or national firms around £56,000.
What does a commercial property solicitor earn at 4 to 5 PQE in County Durham?
At 4 to 5 PQE, commercial property solicitors in County Durham typically earn between £45,000 and £97,500 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £57,000, mid-size around £62,000 and City or national firms around £74,000.
How does firm size affect commercial property solicitor salaries in County Durham?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in County Durham, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £43,000, while a City or national firm may pay £56,000 or more. The premium widens at senior levels, where large firms can pay substantially above regional norms.
What is the salary for a paralegal in County Durham in 2026?
Entry-level paralegals in County Durham typically earn between £23,500 and £27,500 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £24,500 and mid-size firms around £25,000. With 5 or more years of experience, the range rises to £26,500 to £37,000, with boutique firms around £29,000 and mid-size around £31,500, based on 2026 benchmarking data.
Where does LawBoard salary data come from?
LawBoard salary benchmarks are derived from market data covering law firms registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Figures are adjusted for region and practice area using established market multipliers. They represent typical ranges for guidance only and are updated periodically.
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Firm data sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register. Salary benchmarks are regional estimates for guidance only and are not specific to any individual firm. Recruitment support available via RecQuest.