Landlord & Tenant Solicitor Salary in County Durham 2026
Salary benchmarks for landlord & tenant 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 27 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for landlord & tenant 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) | £39,000 £31,000–£46,500 | £41,500 £34,500–£50,000 | £54,000 £43,500–£68,000 | £45,500 £38,500–£56,000 |
| 2-3 PQE | £44,500 £35,500–£53,500 | £48,500 £39,500–£58,000 | £61,000 £49,000–£78,500 | £52,500 £43,500–£64,500 |
| 4-5 PQE | £51,500 £41,000–£62,500 | £56,000 £45,500–£67,500 | £71,500 £56,000–£94,500 | £61,000 £49,000–£76,500 |
| 6-8 PQE | £61,000 £46,500–£76,000 | £65,500 £51,500–£81,000 | £85,500 £65,500–£113,500 | £71,500 £56,000–£91,500 |
| 8+ PQE | £69,000 £53,500–£90,500 | £77,500 £60,500–£102,000 | £103,000 £77,000–£140,000 | £85,500 £65,500–£113,500 |
Figures are regional estimates for guidance only. Actual salaries vary by firm, candidate profile, and negotiation.
Salary by Firm Size
How landlord & tenant solicitor pay varies across firm types in County Durham. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£39,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £31,000–£46,500
8+ PQE: up to £90,500
Regional / Mid-size
£41,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £34,500–£50,000
8+ PQE: up to £102,000
City / National
£54,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £43,500–£68,000
8+ PQE: up to £140,000
In-house
£45,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £38,500–£56,000
8+ PQE: up to £113,500
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in County Durham landlord & tenant 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 | £26,000 £24,000–£28,500 | £28,500 £26,000–£32,000 | £33,000 £29,000–£37,500 | £30,500 £27,000–£35,000 |
| 1-3 years | £27,500 £25,500–£30,500 | £31,000 £27,500–£34,500 | £36,500 £32,000–£43,000 | £34,000 £29,500–£39,000 |
| 3-5 years | £31,000 £27,500–£34,500 | £34,500 £30,000–£39,500 | £41,500 £35,000–£49,500 | £37,500 £32,000–£44,500 |
| 5+ years | £34,500 £30,000–£40,500 | £39,000 £33,000–£47,500 | £47,000 £39,500–£57,500 | £42,500 £35,500–£52,500 |
Landlord & Tenant Firms in County Durham
Regulated landlord & tenant firms in County Durham on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Askews Solicitors Limited
Middlesbrough
Cjk Legal
Darlington
Hewitts
Stockton-on-tees
Jacksons Commercial & Private Law LLP
Also known as Jacksons Personal Law, Jacksons Law Firm, Jacksons Business Law, Jacksons
Stockton-on-tees
Latimer Hinks Solicitors Limited
Darlington
Lever Law Limited
Durham
Martin L Grove
Saltburn-by-the-sea
McGarry Law LLP
Also known as Smith Roddam
Barnard Castle
Merritts Solicitors LLP
Yarm
Miles Hutchinson & Lithgow
Saltburn-by-the-sea
Milners
Also known as Milners T/a Close Thornton
Darlington
Muckle LLP
Stockton-on-tees
Newbys
Stockton-on-tees
Peter Dunn & Co Limited
Seaham
Property Legal (manchester) Limited
Also known as Pls Solicitors
Stockton-on-tees
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified landlord & tenant solicitor in County Durham?
Newly qualified landlord & tenant solicitors in County Durham typically earn between £31,000 and £68,000 depending on firm size, with boutique and high street firms around £39,000, mid-size firms around £41,500 and City or national firms around £54,000.
What does a landlord & tenant solicitor earn at 4 to 5 PQE in County Durham?
At 4 to 5 PQE, landlord & tenant solicitors in County Durham typically earn between £41,000 and £94,500 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £51,500, mid-size around £56,000 and City or national firms around £71,500.
How does firm size affect landlord & tenant 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 £39,000, while a City or national firm may pay £54,000 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.