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Social Housing

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Social Housing - Midlands (Bar)

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

St Philips Chambers is highlighted for its solid offering in social housing management. Its barristers are experienced in handling cases at all levels of court, including those disputes involving the ECHR. The set's members represent local authorities and landlords in possession claims involving disability discrimination and injunctions pertaining to anti-social behaviour. Among the set's significant cases is Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council v Mailley, a decision concerning Article 14 of the ECHR in the context of succession to property. An interviewee reports that the set offers "a great range of services." Another reports: "They have some of the best social housing barristers in the region."

Justin Luckman is senior clerk at the set.

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Strengths

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  • The clerks are always very friendly and accommodating.

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  • First junior clerk Ross Hands is excellent.

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  • We have been very impressed with the clerking team.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Michelle Caney
    Michelle Caney

    Michelle Caney

    Michelle Caney is singled out for her expertise in cases involving disability, mental capacity and human rights issues. She is instructed in matters ranging from possession and injunction claims to judicial review claims and service charge disputes. She accepts instructions on behalf of landlords and tenants and has appeared in the Court of Appeal as sole counsel.

    • Simply one of the best barristers I've worked with.

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    • Michelle is simply outstanding in all aspects. Her attention to detail is first-class; she grasps issues very quickly and provides comprehensive advice.

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  • Anya Newman
    Anya Newman

    Anya Newman

    Anya Newman routinely undertakes complex property disputes, antisocial behaviour litigation and possession claims involving human rights issues and the Equality Act. She makes regular appearances in the High Court and is also noted for her judicial review work and homelessness advice. She has significant experience of housing issues relating to the Traveller community.

    • A formidable advocate. Anya is highly committed and extensive knowledge of all things social housing management.

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    • Anya is fantastic to work with and is always my first choice when choosing counsel.

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  • Lucinda Wilmott-Lascelles
    Lucinda Wilmott-Lascelles

    Lucinda Wilmott-Lascelles

    Lucinda Wilmott-Lascelles undertakes cases across housing, regulatory and criminal law.

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  • Harry Marriott
    Harry Marriott

    Harry Marriott

    Harry Marriott is lauded as an up-and-coming junior in the market. He has experience representing local authorities and landlords in group actions and possession claims involving to disrepair, disability discrimination and antisocial behaviour.

    • Harry is technically strong. A great details lawyer and very personable and well liked by clients.

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    • He is incredible in court.

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