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 (domaine de droit rattaché pour Social welfare and housing)
Roy MAGARA
Bicester OX27 8BL
Social welfare and housing Solicitor Bicester
9 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Shortlisted for the Modern Law Awards 2025 'Rising Star of the Year', and with over a decade of experience, Roy is dedicated to understanding what results you need; providing you with an informed basis upon which to make...
Kay WINSTON
Bristol BS7 8BH
Social welfare and housing Solicitor Bristol
44 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
With 44 years of experience in the legal profession, Kay Winston is a highly skilled solicitor specializing in Wills, Trusts, and Estate matters. A graduate of Aberystwyth University College of Wales, Kay has worked extensively within the Private...
Elizabeth Middleton
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...
Shyamal Jha
London EC1V 2NX
Social welfare and housing Solicitor London
7 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I am a dedicated, experienced, and passionate immigration lawyer. I have a vast amount of experience in the immigration sector. Therefore, you can count on our expert knowledge. I am ready to use my legal expertise to assist...
Aldijana Hoad
Nottingham NG2 4GT
Social welfare and housing Solicitor Nottingham
16 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
With 16 years of experience, Aldijana Hoad specializes in immigration law. Fluent in Croatian, English, and Serbian, she provides expert legal services in both corporate and personal immigration matters. With a law degree from Nottingham Trent University and...
