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Solicitor Social welfare and housing

  • 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.

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.

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

Cwmbran NP44 1UG

Catherine Watkins solicitor Social welfare and housing Cwmbran

Social welfare and housing Solicitor Cwmbran

30 years of experience

From 140 £ and 200 £

Does not accept legal aid

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49 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

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Alex Woodcock solicitor Social welfare and housing Liverpool

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14 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

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Joe Phelan solicitor Social welfare and housing London

Conveyancing Solicitor London

14 years of experience

From 145 £ and 145 £

Does not accept legal aid

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Conveyancing Solicitor Harrow

38 years of experience

From 300 £ and 300 £

Does not accept legal aid

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London EC4V

SBP Law solicitor Social welfare and housing London

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Does not accept legal aid

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