Social Housing
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Affordable housing is part of our firm's DNA and we’ve worked in the sector for over 50 years.
Trusted to work on the most complex affordable housing issues, we have a deep experience of working with the regulator as well as an in-depth understanding of how the sector has evolved and the exciting future that lies ahead. As a firm we are renowned for our expertise in bringing public and private sectors together and helping our clients make the most of innovative partnership and joint venture opportunities.
Our experience includes working on the groundbreaking Meridian Water development. We advised on the restructuring of Peabody – one of the UK’s most iconic housing associations. And we are helping to drive projects on Newcastle’s Byker Estate, London’s Barking Riverside, Plymouth’s North Prospect and Hyde Group's acquisition and redevelopment of 14 acres at Charlton Riverside.
Chambers Review
Trowers & Hamlins has considerable expertise in all areas of social housing law, advising a broad client base of both public and private organisations. Known particularly for its strength in social housing finance, including self-financing, the team also has an impressive record of innovative policy work in affordable housing. The team has the experience and knowledge to advise on sizeable joint venture projects. It frequently advises regulatory bodies on funding initiatives.
Work Highlights
- Trowers & Hamlins advised Square Roots on its delivery of 125 new affordable homes at the former Hawks Road Health Clinic site in Kingston upon Thames.
Strengths
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"Trowers & Hamlins have provided good, practical advice and prompt responses on some challenging matters."
"Trowers is careful to manage cost for us and not to over-lawyer. Instead they actively seek solutions to deliver the service we need cost-effectively."
"Trowers & Hamlins offers an excellent, high-quality service. The lawyers are available to respond to us at very short notice."
"The team at Trowers has a sound understanding of social housing legislation and the nuances of residential agreements. They provide commercial advice and negotiate in a pragmatic way."
"Trowers & Hamlins have provided good, practical advice and prompt responses on some challenging matters."
"Trowers is careful to manage cost for us and not to over-lawyer. Instead they actively seek solutions to deliver the service we need cost-effectively."
"Trowers & Hamlins offers an excellent, high-quality service. The lawyers are available to respond to us at very short notice."
"The team at Trowers has a sound understanding of social housing legislation and the nuances of residential agreements. They provide commercial advice and negotiate in a pragmatic way."
Notable Practitioners
Sara Bailey acts for local authorities, developers and housing providers on a range of matters including regeneration projects, joint venture agreements and development schemes.
"Sara Bailey is very easy to work with. She is pragmatic, doesn't take points for the sake of it and knows her stuff."
Ian Davis is skilled in advising public and third sector clients on a range of governance matters. He offers additional expertise in corporate work, including mergers and group structures, as well as social housing regulatory matters.
"Ian Davis is very helpful and provides good advice."
"Ian provides us with very good, well-rounded advice and I have been very impressed with his responsiveness."
Amy Shaw acts for housing associations on a range of social housing mandates, including mergers, joint venture agreements and procurement issues.
"Amy Shaw is able to manage complex projects well."
"Amy understands complex issues and has broad commercial experience."
"Amy is very informed, personable and responsive."
Jeremy Hunt has considerable experience in advising registered providers on regeneration projects and mixed-use development schemes, as well as large portfolio acquisitions and disposals. He offers further strength handling funding issues.
"It is a pleasure to work with Jeremy and he is an excellent solicitor."
"Jeremy is friendly, experienced and works well as part of our team."
Sharron Webster acts on behalf of registered providers and public sector clients on a range of regulatory, restructuring and governance matters. She offers further strength advising on joint ventures and mergers.
"Sharron's expertise and guidance is invaluable."
"Sharron is always a go-to for governance advice."
"Sharron provided clear advice with due consideration for the commercial aspects required of our company. She has great all-round knowledge."
Robert Beiley is frequently sought out by developer and housebuilder clients for advice on the delivery of affordable housing schemes as well as on corporate governance matters.
"Rob is always available to assist with any queries and gives good advice on strategic and operational issues."
"He is always available and offers sound, practical advice."
Scott Dorling frequently advises on public sector housing and regeneration projects, including joint ventures between various social housing sector participants. He is particularly active for local authority clients.
"Scott is good at coming up with innovative structures that move deals forward."
"Scott is insightful and agile in thought. It is always a pleasure to work with him."
"Scott is very helpful, responsive and knowledgeable in his area of expertise."
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