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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 (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.

Kaizad Cassad

New Broad Street House London EC4A 1BL UK London EC4A 1BL

Social welfare and housing Solicitor London

Does not accept legal aid

Kaizad Cassad is a distinguished lawyer based in London, known for his expertise in criminal law, fraud, intellectual property, and dispute resolution. As the founder of his firm, Kaizad envisioned a legal practice with a strong international presence,...

Kaizad Cassad  London

M. Tahir Abdullah

535 Coventry Road Birmingham B10 0LL UK Birmingham B10 0LL

Social welfare and housing Solicitor Birmingham

13 years of experience

From 125 £ and 300 £

Does not accept legal aid

I am an Immigration Law Specialist with extensive experience in dealing with a wide variety of Human Rights Issues, including Asylum, Points Based System, Deportation/Removals, Admin Reviews as well as all levels of Appeals and Judicial Reviews. I...

M. Tahir Abdullah  Birmingham

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

John Cato

Bradford Court Birmingham B12 0NS UK Birmingham B12 0NS

Social welfare and housing Solicitor Birmingham

36 years of experience

From 307 £ and 307 £

Does not accept legal aid

With 36 years of experience, John Cato is a highly skilled solicitor and Solicitor-Advocate, providing expert legal services in employment law, family law, divorce, litigation, and dispute resolution. His ability to represent clients in court allows for a...

John Cato  Birmingham

Peter Webster

34 Farrow Lane London SE14 5DB UK London SE14 5DB

Social welfare and housing Solicitor London

26 years of experience

From 250 £ and 300 £

Does not accept legal aid

He can advise and act as an owner of a business established during a recession with a wide experience of construction contracts and the management of conflict in all its various dimensions (commercial, political and personal) in the...

Peter Webster  London

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