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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.

Bestin Joseph

4 Station Passage London E18 1JL UK London E18 1JL

Social welfare and housing Solicitor London

20 years of experience

From 150 £ and 350 £

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,...

Bestin Joseph  London

Diarmuid McKeown

Law Society House Belfast BT1 3GN UK Belfast BT1 3GN

Social welfare and housing Solicitor Belfast

47 years of experience

From 150 £ and 220 £

Accepts legal aid in Social welfare and housing

Areas of Practice Personal Injury My firm McKeowns is recognised as a leading Personal Injury practice within Northern Ireland. Our approach to handling claims has been centred entirely on caring for clients. From the moment of instruction until...

Diarmuid McKeown  Belfast

Range Solicitors

117A Withington Rd Manchester M16 8EE UK Manchester M16 8EE

Social welfare and housing Solicitor Manchester

Does not accept legal aid

Range Solicitors is a trusted legal firm based in Manchester, providing specialist legal services in a wide range of practice areas. Our experienced team is dedicated to offering high-quality legal advice and representation tailored to meet the needs...

Range Solicitors  Manchester

Karen Rieveley

The Old Bank London SW11 4HY UK 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...

Karen Rieveley  London

Haroon Bashir

PM House Sheffield S9 1TP UK Sheffield S9 1TP

Social welfare and housing Solicitor Sheffield

8 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Haroon Bashir is a dedicated solicitor based in Sheffield with 8 years of experience, specializing in litigation and conveyancing. He holds a Law Degree from Sheffield Hallam University and an LL.M in International Human Rights Law from the...

Haroon Bashir  Sheffield

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