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Solicitor Social welfare and housing

Social welfare and housing law deals with the legal rights and entitlements of individuals who need assistance from local authorities or housing associations. It covers homelessness applications, housing benefit appeals, disrepair claims in social housing, and broader welfare benefits. If you’re struggling with inadequate housing, facing eviction, or disputing a benefits decision, a specialist solicitor can guide you through the often complex rules and regulations.

Catherine Watkins

Avondale Estate Cwmbran NP44 1UG UK Cwmbran NP44 1UG

Social welfare and housing Solicitor Cwmbran

29 years of experience

From 140 £ and 200 £

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...

Catherine Watkins  Cwmbran

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)

We recommend contacting one of the solicitors listed below, as their area of practice is relevant to your enquiry.

Ian Hay

3 Eastfields Avenue London SW18 1GN UK London SW18 1GN

Social welfare and housing Solicitor London

40 years of experience

From 300 £ and 350 £

Does not accept legal aid

Ian Hay is a highly experienced solicitor based in London, with over 40 years in the legal profession, specializing in property law. As a founding partner of Murray Hay, Ian has dedicated more than three decades to managing...

Ian Hay  London

Raj Nair

55 Garstang Rd Preston PR4 0LW UK Preston PR4 0LW

Social welfare and housing Solicitor Preston

26 years of experience

From 150 £ and 201 £

Does not accept legal aid

Raj Nair, a lawyer based in Preston, is a long-established professional with over 26 years of experience in leading areas of law. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, Raj offers comprehensive legal services in various fields, including: Family...

Raj Nair  Preston

Elizabeth Middleton

93 Loddon Bridge Rd Reading RG5 4AE UK Reading RG5 4AE

Social welfare and housing Solicitor Reading

21 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Visiting a solicitor should be, welcoming and friendly experience, which is why I pride myself on offering a sympathetic, professional environment, based on listening and empathy. It’s important to me that clients have time to explain their problems...

Elizabeth Middleton  Reading

Sophie DONOVAN

Dumbleton House, Mamble West Midlands DY14 9HZ UK West Midlands DY14 9HZ

Social welfare and housing Solicitor West Midlands

12 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Sophie Donovan is an experienced solicitor based in the West Midlands, specializing in a wide range of legal areas, including family law, Wills and probate, debt recovery, and residential conveyancing. With 12 years of experience in the legal...

Sophie DONOVAN  West Midlands
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SBP Law

Glade House 52-54 Carter Lane London EC4V 5EF UK Solicitor London EC4V 5EF

Social welfare and housing Solicitor London

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Does not accept legal aid

At SBP Law we pride ourselves on providing our clients with discreet, creative and strategic business advice.   Since inception we have represented the interests of corporate and individual clients in fields usually dominated by much larger law...

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