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Birketts LLP

Social Housing

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Birketts LLP

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Social Housing - London (Firms)

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Birketts has a multifaceted team with expertise in both housing management and development. The firm has an excellent track record in attaining injunctions and possession orders following anti-social and criminal behaviour. It has further expertise in disrepair issues and transactional property matters, such as plot sales. The housing management team is also noted for its strength in leasehold and shared ownership issues. The team has additional aptitude in policy and tenancy review matters.
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Work Highlights

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  • Birketts advised Orbit Group on the £19 million acquisition of 130 affordable housing units from a national housebuilder.

Strengths

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  • The team is accessible, friendly and willing to engage in conversation about the various options we can take rather than being too prescriptive.

    Social Housing respondentUK

  • Birketts offers good advice and presents this in a clear manner so an informed decision can be made.

    Social Housing respondentUK

  • Birketts are always available for help and assistance and are always professional, courteous and responsive. Every situation has been met and looked at in depth to provide the best solution.

    Social Housing respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Andrew Harmer
    Andrew Harmer

    Andrew Harmer

    Andrew Harmer is highly regarded for his practice representing registered providers in contentious matters. His experience includes advising on possession orders and injunction proceedings.

    • Andrew Harmer is a powerhouse in housing and property law. His expertise and dedication are unmatched.

      Social Housing respondentUK
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  • Thaine Wilson
    Thaine Wilson

    Thaine Wilson

    Thaine Wilson is highly regarded for his contentious housing practice acting for clients on a wide range of matters, with particular expertise in possession proceedings.

    • Thaine is very engaging, accessible and knowledgeable. I trust his decision making.

      Social Housing respondentUK
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  • Jonathan Hulley
    Jonathan Hulley

    Jonathan Hulley

    Jonathan Hulley is recognised for his expertise in housing management, advising registered providers on procedure, policy and best practice. He offers particular experience in anti-social behaviour and disrepair matters.
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