Landlord & Tenant Solicitor Salary in Cumbria 2026
Salary benchmarks for landlord & tenant solicitors in Cumbria, 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 25 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for landlord & tenant solicitors in Cumbria 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) | £40,500 £32,500–£48,500 | £43,500 £36,000–£52,500 | £56,500 £45,500–£71,500 | £47,500 £40,000–£58,500 |
| 2-3 PQE | £46,500 £37,000–£56,000 | £50,500 £41,500–£60,500 | £64,000 £51,000–£82,000 | £54,500 £45,500–£67,500 |
| 4-5 PQE | £54,000 £43,000–£65,500 | £58,500 £48,000–£70,500 | £75,000 £58,500–£98,500 | £64,000 £51,000–£80,000 |
| 6-8 PQE | £64,000 £48,500–£79,500 | £68,500 £54,000–£85,000 | £89,500 £68,500–£119,000 | £74,500 £58,500–£95,500 |
| 8+ PQE | £72,000 £56,000–£94,500 | £81,000 £63,000–£106,500 | £108,000 £80,500–£146,000 | £89,500 £68,500–£118,500 |
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 Cumbria. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£40,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £32,500–£48,500
8+ PQE: up to £94,500
Regional / Mid-size
£43,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £36,000–£52,500
8+ PQE: up to £106,500
City / National
£56,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £45,500–£71,500
8+ PQE: up to £146,000
In-house
£47,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £40,000–£58,500
8+ PQE: up to £118,500
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in Cumbria 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 | £25,000 £23,500–£26,500 | £26,000 £24,500–£28,500 | £28,500 £26,000–£32,000 | £27,000 £25,000–£30,500 |
| 1-3 years | £26,000 £24,500–£28,500 | £28,000 £26,000–£31,500 | £31,500 £28,500–£36,500 | £29,500 £26,500–£33,000 |
| 3-5 years | £28,000 £26,000–£31,000 | £30,500 £27,500–£34,000 | £35,000 £31,000–£40,500 | £32,000 £28,500–£37,000 |
| 5+ years | £30,500 £27,500–£34,000 | £33,000 £29,500–£38,500 | £38,500 £33,500–£46,000 | £36,000 £31,500–£42,500 |
Legal Secretary / PA
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £24,500 £23,500–£26,000 | £25,000 £23,500–£26,500 | £28,000 £26,000–£31,500 | £26,000 £24,500–£28,500 |
| 1-3 years | £25,000 £24,000–£26,500 | £26,000 £24,500–£28,500 | £30,500 £27,500–£34,500 | £28,000 £26,000–£31,500 |
| 3-5 years | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £28,000 £26,000–£30,500 | £33,000 £29,500–£37,500 | £30,500 £27,500–£34,000 |
| 5+ years | £27,000 £25,000–£30,500 | £30,000 £27,000–£34,000 | £37,000 £32,000–£43,000 | £33,000 £29,500–£38,500 |
Fee Earner / Legal Executive
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £27,000 £25,000–£30,000 | £30,000 £27,000–£33,500 | £34,500 £30,000–£39,500 | £32,000 £28,000–£36,500 |
| 1-3 years | £29,000 £26,500–£32,000 | £32,500 £29,000–£36,000 | £38,500 £33,500–£45,000 | £35,500 £31,000–£41,000 |
| 3-5 years | £32,500 £29,000–£36,000 | £36,000 £31,500–£41,500 | £43,500 £36,500–£51,500 | £39,000 £33,500–£46,500 |
| 5+ years | £36,000 £31,500–£42,500 | £40,500 £34,500–£49,500 | £49,500 £41,000–£60,500 | £44,500 £37,500–£54,500 |
Landlord & Tenant Firms in Cumbria
Regulated landlord & tenant firms in Cumbria on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Arnison & Company Solicitors Limited
Also known as Arnison Heelis Solicitors
Penrith
Arnold Greenwood Solicitors Limited
Also known as Arnold Greenwood Solicitors (practicing Style for Arnold Greenwood Solicitors Limited)
Grange-over-sands
Bell Park Kerridge Limited
Also known as Jennings Debt Recovery
Carlisle
Bendles LLP
Also known as Bleasdale & Co Solicitors, Gaynham King & Mellor Solicitors, Beaty & Co
Carlisle
Brown Barron Solicitors LLP
Barrow-in-furness
Cartmell Shepherd Limited
Carlisle
Davenport & Scott Limited
Ambleside
Edward and Amaury Limited
Carlisle
Graham M Riley & Co Solicitors Ltd
Windermere
Harrison Drury & Co Ltd
Kendal
Hatch Legal
Seascale
Hft Gough & Co Limited
Workington
Kilvington Solicitors Limited
Kirkby Stephen
McGarry Law LLP
Also known as Smith Roddam
Sedbergh
Minihan McAlister Limited
Carlisle
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified landlord & tenant solicitor in Cumbria?
Newly qualified landlord & tenant solicitors in Cumbria typically earn between £32,500 and £71,500 depending on firm size, with boutique and high street firms around £40,500, mid-size firms around £43,500 and City or national firms around £56,500.
What does a landlord & tenant solicitor earn at 4 to 5 PQE in Cumbria?
At 4 to 5 PQE, landlord & tenant solicitors in Cumbria typically earn between £43,000 and £98,500 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £54,000, mid-size around £58,500 and City or national firms around £75,000.
How does firm size affect landlord & tenant solicitor salaries in Cumbria?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in Cumbria, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £40,500, while a City or national firm may pay £56,500 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 Cumbria in 2026?
Entry-level paralegals in Cumbria typically earn between £23,500 and £28,500 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £25,000 and mid-size firms around £26,000. With 5 or more years of experience, the range rises to £27,500 to £38,500, with boutique firms around £30,500 and mid-size around £33,000, 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.