Catherine Watkins
Cwmbran NP44 1UG
Social welfare and housing Solicitor Cwmbran
29 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Catherine Watkins is an experienced family and property lawyer based in Cwmbran & Barry and cover South wales & Bristol, with 29 years of legal expertise. Fluent in both English and Welsh, Catherine is a key member of...
What does social welfare & housing involve?
- Homelessness assistance: Applying to local authorities for housing support, challenging unsuitable temporary accommodation, or appealing a homelessness decision.
- Housing benefit and Universal Credit: Disputing eligibility or payment amounts, and navigating appeals processes if a claim is refused or reduced.
- Social housing rights: Understanding your rights as a tenant of a council or housing association, including security of tenure and succession rights.
- Disrepair and maintenance: Holding social landlords accountable for unsafe or unhealthy living conditions, and seeking compensation where necessary.
- Evictions and possession proceedings: Addressing rent arrears, anti-social behaviour allegations, and legal defences to prevent unlawful evictions.
How can a solicitor help with social welfare & housing, and what does it cost?
A specialist solicitor or housing adviser can:
- Provide advice and representation: Explaining your entitlements, filling in forms, and challenging negative decisions from councils or benefit agencies.
- Negotiate with landlords and local authorities: Seeking repairs, preventing eviction, or improving living conditions through dialogue or mediation.
- Appeal in court or tribunals: If negotiations fail, a solicitor can present your case before a judge or tribunal, ensuring legal procedures are correctly followed.
Costs vary based on the complexity of your case and whether legal aid is available. Some individuals qualify for legal aid, which can cover part or all of a solicitor’s fees in housing matters. Otherwise, rates typically range from £100–£300 per hour, though some firms may offer fixed-fee or reduced-fee arrangements for certain cases. An initial consultation—often free or at a low cost—can help you understand your options, likely expenses, and the best steps to secure safe, stable housing.
5 Solicitors Conveyancing (domaine de droit rattaché pour Social welfare and housing)
Karen Rieveley
London SW11 4HY
Social welfare and housing Solicitor London
33 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Karen Rieveley is a highly experienced solicitor based in London, with over 33 years of expertise in conveyancing, wills, trusts, and estate matters. As a Director of Hodders Law Limited, she has played a pivotal role in the...
Bestin Joseph
London E18 1JL
Social welfare and housing Solicitor London
20 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Bestin Joseph is a highly skilled and experienced lawyer based in London, specializing in Immigration, Conveyancing, and Business and Human Rights. With over 20 years of practice, Bestin is dedicated to providing efficient, stress-free solutions for his clients,...
Kajal Patel
Harrow HA1 1BQ
Social welfare and housing Solicitor Harrow
14 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Kajal Patel is a highly skilled solicitor with 14 years of experience, specializing in commercial property, corporate, and business transactions. She began her career at a City firm and continued working in the City after qualification. For the...
Alexandra Bradbury
Stoke-on-Trent ST2 7HA
Social welfare and housing Solicitor Stoke-on-Trent
10 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Alexandra Bradbury is a highly skilled solicitor based in Stoke-on-Trent, with 10 years of experience specializing in conveyancing, wills, trusts, and estate law. She provides expert legal guidance to individuals and families, ensuring they receive tailored and proactive...
Mike WRAGG
Amersham HP6 5BW
Social welfare and housing Solicitor Amersham
17 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Mike Wragg is the Head of Residential Property at Lennons Solicitors, a well-established law firm in Buckinghamshire with offices in Chesham, Amersham, and Beaconsfield. With 17 years of experience, Mike specialises in all aspects of residential property law,...
