Top 10 of 4,694 law firms for Council Housing, Housing & Property

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Council housing work covers local authority housing matters, including securing or defending a council tenancy, challenging allocations or transfers, and addressing homelessness, disrepair, rent arrears and eviction under English housing law. A solicitor in this area gathers evidence, negotiates with the local council, drafts applications and representations, prepares possession or review documents, and represents clients in courts, tribunals and housing appeals. It often intersects with welfare benefits and homelessness strategies.

Where a solicitor protects your position

A missed deadline or a wrongful decision can mean losing or delaying a home, exposure to eviction, or inadequate housing remedies. A solicitor’s role includes safeguarding deadlines, ensuring enforcement of local-authority duties, presenting evidence to housing panels, and pursuing appropriate remedies under housing legislation to protect the client’s housing position.

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Nicholas Ryles

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From the outset, communications were efficient, everything explained and the process was followed up with diligence and efficiency. We liked the mix of comms styles both through email and by phone.

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Claire Haigh

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I can't recommend Claire at McGarry Solicitors highly enough. From start to finish, she was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. Claire kept me fully informed at every stage, explained everything clearly, and was always quick to respond to any questions or concerns. Her attention to detail and proactive approach gave me complete confidence that everything was being handled properly. What really stood out was her calm, friendly manner and genuine commitment to achieving the best outcome. She made what could have been a stressful experience feel straightforward and manageable. If you're looking for a solicitor who is efficient, approachable, and truly cares about her clients, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Claire and the team at McGarry Solicitors. Thank you for providing such an outstanding service.

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Martin Crawford-Brown

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Thank you for representing us in our case against the council. We are really grateful that the judge recommended your company’s services and we met you. You were excellent throughout the whole process since day one. Explained the procedure the law, the penalties every detail thoroughly and in a manner that we understand. The day at court was really impressive and even though there was lack of accounts and clarity of events from our side, you kept calm and put the facts to the judge in a very eloquent manner. The result is a proof of your work. It was far better than our expectations. Thank you for everything and we wish you all the success in the future. God forbid, if we ever get into any legal mess again, you will be our first port of call. Thanks and good luck.

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