Coodes LLP has been named one of the UK’s leading law firms in the 2026 Chambers and Partners Guide, the Chambers High Net Worth Guide, and Legal 500, with top rankings across multiple departments.
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Our values - professionalism, integrity, teamwork, fairness, enterprise, and excellence, are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where everyone’s contribution is valued.
While our history is long, our mindset is modern. We’re known as one of the most progressive firms in the region, with a strong reputation for innovation and excellence in client service.
At Coodes, you’ll work alongside some of the region’s most respected legal professionals, delivering outstanding service to clients across the County. Whether your passion lies in private client work, commercial law, litigation, or support services, you’ll find a home here.
We currently have more than one opportunity at a senior level, either within the agricultural sector or the wider team, to build and develop existing client relationships and connections.
Over the last few years, the team has expanded with the addition of several other seniors who are forging ahead in leisure and tourism, and other key sectors. We have also been ranked as Band 4 in the latest Chambers directory and highlighted as a team to watch in the last edition of Legal 500 & Band 4 Chamber. These rankings reflect the progression of the team over the last few years and the quality of deals and clients we are working with.
Specifically, Coodes rural team have been ranked tier 3 in the most recent version of Legal 500 and band 2 in Chambers, reinforcing the standing of the firm’s technical advice across the board within the agricultural sector.
If you join the team, the doors are open to progress your career in a number of ways, whether that is involvement with team management , developing sectors in line with the team strategy, or focussing on client matters. Direct administration assistance as well as a broader support team will be available to you to enable your success.
Are you an experienced Commercial Property lawyer? Coodes LLP is seeking an ambitious, client‑focused senior lawyer who is looking to continue their career aspirations and goals within one of the South West’s most respected regional law firms.
We are looking for an established partner or an ambitious Senior Associate. The firm will work with you to build a clear business plan, provide a platform to grow your practice, help you set realistic objectives and give you the support and resources to succeed.
You will join our highly regarded Commercial Property team, acting for a wide range of clients including developers, investors, landowners, commercial landlords and tenants, and agricultural businesses. This is a key strategic appointment, offering a clear pathway to Partnership for the right candidate.
What you will do:
You will have the opportunity to work on a spectrum of high‑quality matters including:
- Acquisitions and disposals of commercial property
- Commercial leases and landlord/tenant work
- Development projects
- Corporate support on transactional matters
- Agricultural and rural land issues
- Strategic property advice for long-standing, loyal clients
Experience and Qualifications you need:
- Minimum 5 years PQE in Commercial Property, or 7 years fee earning
- Experience managing your own desk and client relationships
- Strong communication and commercial awareness
You will love this role if:
- You enjoy building strong, long‑term relationships with clients and delivering high‑quality commercial property advice.
- You like having autonomy in your work while still being part of a collaborative, friendly team.
- You’re motivated by the opportunity to help grow a department and influence its future direction.
- You want a role that offers a genuine work–life balance in one of the most beautiful regions of the UK.
- You are commercially minded, proactive, and confident managing a varied caseload.
- You want to join a firm where your contribution is recognised and your development is taken seriously.
You will be a success if:
- You bring strong technical expertise in commercial property and can manage a varied caseload with confidence.
- You enjoy developing long‑standing client relationships and are proactive in spotting opportunities for growth.
- You are commercially minded and able to contribute to the department’s strategy and business development.
The role offers exceptional opportunities for personal development and advancement in a well-established team.
Coodes LLP has one of the leading Commercial Property teams in the South West, recognised for its strong technical expertise and understanding of the Cornwall and Devon markets. The team advises a wide range of clients, including developers, landowners, parish councils, investors, commercial landlords and tenants, and private clients, on matters such as acquisitions, disposals, leasing, development land, and agricultural property transactions
Additional benefits include:-
- Group pension plan
- Annual bonus scheme
- Medical cash plan
- Life assurance
- Holiday trading
- Private medical insurance options
- Cycle to work
- Discounted shopping platform
Location
We are open to discussion regarding which of our eight locations best suits you. In addition to our offices, the firm aims to enable as many staff as possible to incorporate an element of remote work into their working week if they so wish.
Hours
This is a full-time position. 35 hours a week Monday to Friday however we welcome applications from candidates looking for alternative working arrangements.
DBS
This vacancy will be subject to a DBS Check.
Speculative candidates submitted through agencies we have not instructed will not be considered to be represented by that agency.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found
