Forbes Solicitors
Lawyers
Shirley Faragher
Work Department
Housing and Regeneration (Litigation)
Position
Shirley Faragher, Partner and Head of Housing Management has 15-years PQE. She has been working with Registered Providers since 2005 and has an excellent understanding of the challenges facing the sector. Shirley is a specialist advocate and has her Higher Rights qualification. As an experienced Solicitor Advocate Shirley attends trials and hearings throughout the country on behalf of Registered Providers. Shirley obtained the first without notice injunction from Preston County Court just days after Part 1 of the Anti-Social Behaviour Crime and Policing Act 2014 came into force.
Specialising in ASB and Housing Management, Shirley advises on an array of issues including succession/ exchange, possession against trespassers, tenancy enforcement, mental health, equality and human rights. With a wealth of experience in addressing complex disability issues including lack of mental capacity and mental illness, Shirley works in partnership with her clients to find practical solutions whilst adopting a cost-effective approach. Shirley’s clients are enthusiastic advocates of the attentive service provided.
Shirley regularly delivers training and has upskilled housing officers in several organisations enabling them to apply for their own without notice anti-social behaviour injunctions. This included bespoke training around preparing the applications and presenting at court. Mentoring and shadowing was provided to staff so that they felt supported through the process.
Shirley has spoken at Forbes events in conjunction with partner agencies e.g. Police, Local Authorities and statutory bodies, to raise awareness around Cuckooing and County Lines. In addition, Shirley regularly provides internal training for client’s helping to upskill and empower staff