Chambers Review
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Social Housing - North West
What the Team is Known For
Brabners has a top-quality practice handling the full range of housing law for regional and national social housing providers. The firm advises on large-scale regeneration projects, procurement matters and a range of governance and regulatory issues. It is regularly called on by registered providers to advise on disrepair claims. The team offers further expertise in charity law and matters of racial discrimination and equality.
Strengths
The work is very timely and they are excellent at keeping us informed as to progress.
We find Brabners extremely reliable and feel confident in contacting members of the team whenever we need assistance, which is always forthcoming and well handled.
They understand what we are about and are flexible and agile in meeting our needs.
Work Highlights
Brabners advised on the acquisition of 66 affordable homes at Halsnead Garden Village in Knowsley.
Notable practitioners
Ian Alderson is well known for his experience and handling of contentious social housing mandates.
Josephine and her team are very strong in maintaining relationships within her team and very adaptable to our varying needs in the business.
Jo is extremely knowledgeable in her role and really approachable. She is an excellent lawyer and I have total trust in Jo when she is dealing with a case.
Rupert is my go-to person in Brabners.
He has excellent knowledge, is extremely responsive and provides a personal service based upon extensive knowledge of our business.
Zoe Conroy represents both local and national registered providers in a range of matters. These include possession claims and disrepair, as well as general leasehold management issues.
She is approachable, personable and passionate about what she does.
Zoe is extremely knowledgeable in what she does and very efficient. She keeps you updated throughout the whole process when working on a case.
Zoe is brilliant and always there to help.