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)
Paschal Ihebuzor
Birmingham B18 7AF
Social welfare and housing Solicitor Birmingham
18 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Paschal Ihebuzor is a highly experienced solicitor based in Birmingham, with 18 years of legal practice. Specialising in employment law, family law, immigration, litigation, and judicial review, Paschal provides expert legal services with a deep commitment to achieving...
Andrew Akhuetie
Wolverhampton WV1 4EX
Social welfare and housing Solicitor Wolverhampton
17 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
With 17 years of experience, Andrew Akhuetie specializes in employment law, family law, immigration, and litigation. He is dedicated to ensuring that clients' rights are upheld, especially in employment-related matters. Areas of Expertise Employment Law – Specializing in...
Mohammed Khan
Manchester M8 9LS
Social welfare and housing Solicitor Manchester
Does not accept legal aid
Mohammed Khan is a skilled lawyer based in Manchester, specialising in Employment Law, Personal Injury, and Commercial/Business Law. With years of experience, Mohammed offers expert legal services to both individuals and businesses, ensuring clients receive the support and...
Ruth TAYLOR
Northampton NN2 6EZ
Social welfare and housing Solicitor Northampton
28 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Ruth Taylor is a highly experienced family law solicitor with 28 years of expertise in the field. She began her career in family law in 1985 as a secretary to a family law solicitor before qualifying as a...
Taslim Khan
Uxbridge UB8 1QG
Social welfare and housing Solicitor Uxbridge
22 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Taslim Khan is an experienced solicitor based in Uxbridge, with 22 years of legal practice. She is fluent in English, French, Punjabi, and Urdu, allowing her to serve a diverse range of clients effectively. Over the years, Taslim...
