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One Pump Court

Social Housing

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One Pump Court

Rankings

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Social Housing - London (Bar)

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

One Pump Court houses a number of experienced social housing barristers who have expertise in possession claims, antisocial behaviour proceedings and cases relating to homelessness. They are frequently retained for both landlord and tenant work, and offer experience appearing before all levels of the court, up to the Supreme Court. A source says: "One Pump Court has very experienced barristers, they are able to provide counsel at short notice." Another adds that the set has "a wealth of expertise, excellent service, is very responsive and committed to legal aid work."

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Strengths

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  • The Clerks are always quick to respond and give accurate information which is very helpful.

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  • The Clerks are helpful and always willing to assist.

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  • James Rourke, assistant practice manager, and Ian Burrow, senior clerk, are always very responsive.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Martin Hodgson
    Martin Hodgson

    Martin Hodgson

    Martin Hodgson advises on a range of housing matters, including appeals against the Housing Act, and is regularly instructed on behalf of vulnerable clients. He has been instructed in cases involving illegal subletting and tenancy fraud.

    • Martin is quick to respond and provides straight-to-the-point advice. He brings a wealth of experience to cases.

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    • Martin's advocacy skills are second to none and his judgement is always spot-on.

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    • Martin is a very experienced barrister, and he has successfully represented many of my clients over the years.

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    • Martin is a strategic litigator, can work at speed, turns work around in good time and is able to spot complex legal issues quickly.

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  • Eleri Griffiths
    Eleri Griffiths

    Eleri Griffiths

    Eleri Griffiths represents tenants and housing applicants in a wide range of social housing matters, with particular expertise in possession proceedings, homelessness and disability discrimination, as well as eviction proceedings.

    • Eleri is very knowledgeable and quick to respond. She gives really great advice and representation.

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    • She is extremely easy to work with, reliable logistically and in the content of her work. She knows the law back to front.

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    • Eleri is very meticulous and gives good advice. She deals with her cases in a professional manner.

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  • Patricia Tueje
    Patricia Tueje

    Patricia Tueje

    Patricia Tueje is a dedicated and experienced housing and community care lawyer. Her record of defending tenants and applicants in difficult possession claims and homelessness appeals is held in high esteem by her peers. She is also commended for her strength in succession of tenancy disputes.

    • Patricia deals carefully with instructions from solicitors. She is a good listener and very sympathetic in dealing with client cases.

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    • She can be relied on to provide excellent client care and she is a very knowledgeable and experienced housing barrister.

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  • Ahmed Osman
    Ahmed Osman

    Ahmed Osman

    Ahmed Osman has wide-ranging knowledge of social housing law. He is very well versed in possession and injunction matters as well as disputes involving repair issues. He also has experience acting on matters related to the Equality Act.

    • Ahmed is confident and reliable.

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    • Ahmed Osman is great at picking up cases and dealing with them quickly and getting the best outcome possible at court.

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    • Ahmed consistently demonstrates outstanding legal expertise and professionalism. His meticulous preparation, articulate advocacy and strategic thinking make him an exceptional barrister.

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  • Michael Marsh-Hyde
    Michael Marsh-Hyde

    Michael Marsh-Hyde

    Michael Marsh-Hyde is a well-regarded junior with a wide-ranging practice spanning homelessness proceedings and possession matters, among others. He is noted for his prior experience working for Shelter.

    • Michael Marsh-Hyde is a highly skilled barrister with extensive experience in housing law.

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    • His clear reasoning, well-structured arguments, and attention to detail reflect his ability to handle complex legal matters.

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    • Michael has a brilliant intellect and he has a real compassion for people he represents.

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    • Michael is very passionate about housing law. He is very thorough and has very detailed knowledge. He does his absolute best for clients and he always goes the extra mile.

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  • Nik Nicol
    Nik Nicol

    Nik Nicol

    Nik Nicol is a social welfare and public law specialist who is noted for his strength in homelessness, leasehold and disrepair matters. He comes recommended for his experience in cases with a public law or asylum support element. He regularly acts in publicly funded cases for tenants and also sits as a part-time First-tier Tribunal judge.

    • Nik is very good at dealing with complex matters and obtaining a good result every time.

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    • He knows his law and has excellent knowledge and experience. He is organised and gets work back by an agreed deadline.

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    • He can be relied on to provide excellent advice and representation.

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  • Daniel Grütters
    Daniel Grütters

    Daniel Grütters

    Daniel Grütters is a highly sought up-and-coming social housing junior. He has a wide range of expertise in such areas as possession claims, accommodation suitability and housing affordability. He has a strong experience in judicial review matters.

    • He is effective, thorough and responsive when advising on highly complex matters.

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    • Daniel is clever, articulate, and has an approach to casework which is methodical, clear and concise. He has an excellent manner and is easy to work with. A rising star to watch out for.

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    • He is highly knowledgeable, providing clear and strategic advice, and consistently demonstrates strong advocacy skills in both courtroom settings and negotiations.

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