Landlord & Tenant Solicitor Salary in Somerset 2026
Salary benchmarks for landlord & tenant solicitors in Somerset, 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 41 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for landlord & tenant solicitors in Somerset 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 Somerset. 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 Somerset 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 Somerset
Regulated landlord & tenant firms in Somerset on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Adrian Stables LLP
Langport
Alletsons Limited
Bridgwater
Awdry Law LLP
Bath
Bailhache Law Limited
Taunton
Barrington & Sons Limited
Burnham-on-sea
Battens Solicitors Limited
Yeovil
Beaufort Montague Harris Limited
Bath
Berensens LLP
Chard
Bgw Law Limited
Also known as Bartlett Gooding Weelen
Cheddar
Chandler's House Legal Ltd
South Petherton
Chubb Bulleid Limited
Taunton
Clarke Willmott LLP
Taunton
Culshaw Holdings Limited
Street
Davitt Jones Bould Limited
Taunton
Everys Solicitors LLP
Also known as Everys Will Disputes (ewd)
Crewkerne
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified landlord & tenant solicitor in Somerset?
Newly qualified landlord & tenant solicitors in Somerset 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 Somerset?
At 4 to 5 PQE, landlord & tenant solicitors in Somerset 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 Somerset?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in Somerset, 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 Somerset in 2026?
Entry-level paralegals in Somerset 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.