Landlord & Tenant Solicitor Salary in Suffolk 2026
Salary benchmarks for landlord & tenant solicitors in Suffolk, 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 21 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for landlord & tenant solicitors in Suffolk 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) | £41,500 £33,000–£49,500 | £45,500 £36,500–£54,500 | £52,000 £41,500–£62,000 | £47,500 £38,000–£57,000 |
| 2-3 PQE | £47,500 £37,500–£57,000 | £52,000 £41,500–£62,500 | £59,500 £47,500–£71,500 | £54,500 £43,000–£66,000 |
| 4-5 PQE | £55,000 £43,500–£66,500 | £60,500 £48,500–£73,500 | £69,000 £54,500–£83,500 | £63,500 £50,000–£77,000 |
| 6-8 PQE | £65,500 £49,500–£81,000 | £72,000 £54,500–£89,000 | £82,000 £62,000–£101,000 | £75,000 £57,000–£93,000 |
| 8+ PQE | £73,500 £57,000–£96,500 | £81,000 £62,500–£106,500 | £92,000 £71,500–£121,000 | £84,500 £66,000–£111,000 |
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 Suffolk. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£41,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £33,000–£49,500
8+ PQE: up to £96,500
Regional / Mid-size
£45,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £36,500–£54,500
8+ PQE: up to £106,500
City / National
£52,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £41,500–£62,000
8+ PQE: up to £121,000
In-house
£47,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £38,000–£57,000
8+ PQE: up to £111,000
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in Suffolk 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 | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £27,000 £25,500–£29,000 | £27,000 £25,500–£29,000 | £28,500 £27,000–£31,000 |
| 1-3 years | £26,000 £25,000–£28,500 | £28,500 £26,500–£31,000 | £28,500 £26,500–£31,000 | £30,500 £28,000–£32,500 |
| 3-5 years | £28,000 £26,000–£31,000 | £30,500 £28,000–£33,500 | £30,500 £28,000–£33,500 | £32,000 £29,500–£35,500 |
| 5+ years | £30,500 £27,500–£34,000 | £33,000 £30,000–£37,000 | £33,000 £30,000–£37,000 | £35,000 £31,500–£39,000 |
Legal Secretary / PA
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £27,000 £26,000–£28,500 |
| 1-3 years | £26,000 £25,000–£27,500 | £26,500 £25,000–£28,000 | £26,500 £25,000–£28,000 | £28,000 £26,500–£29,500 |
| 3-5 years | £26,500 £25,500–£28,000 | £27,500 £25,500–£29,500 | £27,500 £25,500–£29,500 | £29,000 £27,000–£31,500 |
| 5+ years | £27,000 £26,000–£30,500 | £29,500 £27,000–£33,000 | £29,500 £27,000–£33,000 | £31,500 £28,500–£35,000 |
Fee Earner / Legal Executive
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £27,500 £26,000–£30,500 | £30,000 £28,000–£33,000 | £30,000 £28,000–£33,000 | £31,500 £29,500–£35,000 |
| 1-3 years | £29,500 £27,000–£32,500 | £32,000 £29,500–£35,500 | £32,000 £29,500–£35,500 | £34,000 £31,500–£37,500 |
| 3-5 years | £33,000 £29,500–£37,000 | £36,000 £32,000–£39,500 | £36,000 £32,000–£39,500 | £38,000 £34,000–£42,500 |
| 5+ years | £37,000 £32,000–£43,000 | £39,500 £35,000–£46,500 | £39,500 £35,000–£46,500 | £42,500 £37,500–£49,500 |
Landlord & Tenant Firms in Suffolk
Regulated landlord & tenant firms in Suffolk on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Adams Harrison
Haverhill
Aquabridge Limited
Felixstowe
Atkins Dellow LLP
Bury St. Edmunds
Bates Wells & Braithwaite
Ipswich
Bendall & Sons
Mildenhall
Birketts LLP
Ipswich
Creans Solicitors
Felixstowe
Edmondson Hall
Newmarket
Fairstep Solicitors Limited
Felixstowe
Fairweather Law Limited
Leiston
Gotelee Solicitors LLP
Woodbridge
Gudgeons Prentice
Stowmarket
Holmes & Hills LLP
Also known as Blackwater Law
Sudbury
Kerseys Solicitors LLP
Ipswich
Mears Hobbs & Durrant
Lowestoft
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified landlord & tenant solicitor in Suffolk?
A newly qualified landlord & tenant solicitor in Suffolk earns between £36,500 and £54,500 at a mid-size regional firm, with a typical mid-point of £45,500. City or national firms may pay significantly more.
What does a landlord & tenant solicitor earn at 4–5 PQE in Suffolk?
At 4 to 5 years post-qualification experience, a landlord & tenant solicitor in Suffolk earns between £48,500 and £73,500 at a regional firm, with a mid-point of £60,500.
How does firm size affect landlord & tenant solicitor salaries in Suffolk?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in Suffolk, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £41,500, while a City or national firm may pay £52,000 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 Suffolk in 2026?
Paralegal salaries in Suffolk start at around £25,500 for entry-level positions and rise to £37,000 or more with 5+ years of experience, 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.