About

Provided by Capsticks LLP

We are one of the largest and fastest growing firms in social housing. Driven by client needs, we understand your sector inside out, and use our knowledge and experience to keep you one step ahead. From development and regeneration to asset management and disrepair, we will support you to manage your stock and finances. Our national full-service offering is benchmarked by cost certainty, as well as delivery on time and on budget.


Our regeneration team advises on all types of development transactions from forward-funded schemes, section 106 developments, stock rationalisations to plot sales and asset management work. With the increase in social housing providers moving into bespoke private development to supplement their affordable development programmes, the focus has been on creating new homes and new communities via joint ventures and direct development.


Our housing management team is one of the largest in the country, advising on all aspects of housing/leasehold management from the most serious anti-social behaviour cases to complex succession disputes, including tackling complex disrepair work. We also specialise in major tenancy and policy reviews and advice.


In addition to governance, employment and procurement law, we handle all types of corporate commercial contracts and arrangements, including M&A and housing restructure. We provide expert lawyers and consultants who appreciate your concerns, and work with you in the way you need to best manage your business.

Chambers Review

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Social Housing - London (Firms)

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Capsticks has particular expertise in housing management, including anti-social behaviour and disrepair claims. It is also noted for its work on leasehold property matters, as well as securitisation and governance issues. The team has additional expertise in advising on joint venture agreements and stock transfers.

Work Highlights

  • Capsticks advised London & Quadrant on the £24 million sale of 292 homes to MHS Homes.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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James Howard
3
Band 3
James Howard frequently advises registered providers on the acquisition of land for the development of social housing, as well as site assembly and stock rationalisation matters.

James always does a great job for us. He has an extensive knowledge, knows our requirements very well and stays fully involved throughout projects.

4
Gavinder Ryait
4
Band 4
Gavinder Ryait offers particular strength in representing housing associations in anti-social behaviour matters.

Gavinder's expertise and client care are second to none.

Gavinder is a very good communicator who is very good at breaking down legislation and giving advice in an honest and structured way.

4
Susie Rogers
4
Band 4

Susie Rogers is highly regarded for her long-standing expertise in portfolio management and complex property matters, including stock rationalisation, high-profile acquisitions and disposals, mergers and leasehold issues.

Susie is incredibly knowledgeable in her field, very pragmatic and remains calm under pressure. She is a reassuring influence when working on complex transactions.

Susie is very personable, approachable and knowledgeable about the market. She explains all options clearly.

The level of service I have received from Susie has been excellent. I always receive a quick response to any queries and feel confident in her ability to provide expert advice on very complex matters.

Ranked Lawyers at
Capsticks LLP

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London (Firms)

Social Housing

3
James Howard
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Band 3
4
Gavinder Ryait
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Band 4
4
Susie Rogers
4
Band 4

Members

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Chimi Shakohoxha

Head of Department

Laurence Gorley

Lee Clarke

Michael Owen

Head of Department

Susie Rogers

Clients

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Clarion Housing

Local Space

London & Quadrant

London Borough of Camden

London Borough of Newham

Metropolitan Thames Valley

Notting Hill Genesis

SOHA Housing Assocation

Shepherds Bush

Southern Housing

Industries

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Charities

Housing

Local Government

Real Estate

Social Care