About
Provided by Hugh James
Over the last 30 years, Hugh James has established itself as the leading social housing law firm in Wales.
Our team has worked in partnership with out clients to make a real difference to local communities.
With a client base of more than 40 housing associations and local authorities, the team has the skills and resources to deliver the right blend of transactional litigation and advisory legal support.
We have expert understanding of devolved legislation relating to housing management in Wales.
Chambers Review
Hugh James acts for an extensive list of housing associations on the full spectrum of social housing matters, from anti-social behaviour to housing finance. The firm is noted for its strong housing management practice, which includes offering training on related matters. The team also regularly advises clients on their employment needs. Hugh James offers further advice on strategic partnerships between investors, developers and contractors.
Work Highlights
- Hugh James advised Pobl Group on its acquisition of 33 affordable homes in Swansea city centre as part of the £135 million Copr Bay regeneration project.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
''Hugh James understands the pressures and challenges facing the social housing sector and uses this to focus both resource and costs to ensure we maintain excellent governance levels.''
"The firm is very thorough and knowledgeable on the subject matter. They're very commercial and risk-averse."
"All matters are dealt with in a professional and timely manner."
''Hugh James understands the pressures and challenges facing the social housing sector and uses this to focus both resource and costs to ensure we maintain excellent governance levels.''
"The firm is very thorough and knowledgeable on the subject matter. They're very commercial and risk-averse."
"All matters are dealt with in a professional and timely manner."
Notable Practitioners
Bethan Gladwyn is a housing management specialist with notable expertise in anti-social behaviour and possession matters. She is head of housing management at the firm.
"Bethan Gladwyn provides detailed advice quickly and oversees the service that we receive efficiently, ensuring we have everything we need, when we need it.''
"She's knowledgeable, professional and caring."
Iwan Jenkins acts on behalf of registered providers on a range of development matters. He has notable experience advising clients on procurement matters.
Caroline O'Flaherty is well known for advising registered providers on regeneration projects and mixed-use developments.
"Caroline O'Flaherty is very good with clients."
Richard MacPhail acts for social housing clients, with a particular focus on development work, including land acquisitions, development agreements, package deals, planning agreements and infrastructure agreements.
"We love to work with Richard MacPhaill. He is good heading up big cases."