The social housing group at Trowers & Hamlins LLP provides new entrants to the market, as well as more established providers, with ‘commercially focused real estate advice’ surrounding developments, governance, and mergers, in addition to regulatory matters. Sustainability and environmental regulations are also growing areas of focus for the group. Practice head Tonia Secker boasts expertise in joint ventures and regeneration projects. Other key members of the group include Sara Bailey, who specialises in handling real estate projects for private providers, local authorities, and government developers, Scott Dorling, who has substantial experience in advising on the impact of Human Rights Act reform, and Amy Shaw, who is active in assisting both public and private organisations with development projects. Rob Beiley acts for housing associations in corporate governance issues, while Sharron Webster is skilled in advising registered housing providers on regulatory issues.
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- 'Scott Dorling brings extensive knowledge and an agility that allows him to pivot to accommodate his clients' needs seamlessly.’
‘This practice distinguishes itself with its combined, specialised UK real estate and social housing teams. They offer commercially focused real estate advice, anchored by a comprehensive understanding of social housing issues. As a full-service firm, they have also provided expertise in construction, tax, corporate, and banking matters.'
- 'The team structure is anchored by strong partners who act as the primary point of contact, ensuring a cohesive approach by pulling in appropriate knowledge and advice from all relevant disciplines at the necessary level of seniority.'
- 'The practice appears to be committed to diversity, with a well-balanced team in terms of gender, race, and other characteristics. We feel this diversity enhances their capability to understand and serve a broad range of clients.’
‘Amy Shaw sets herself apart with her commercial mindset and solution-oriented approach. She is a pragmatic lawyer who provides clear and authoritative advice. Amy excels in negotiation settings, bringing a unique combination of humour and humility, as well as a firm resolve when needed.'
'A well-skilled team who appear to be well managed.'
Key clients
- Hyde Group
- Church of England Diocese of Gloucester
- Citizen Housing
- Trent & Dove
- Rooftop Housing
- Trident Housing
- Orbit Housing Group
- Southern Housing
- London Borough of Hillingdon
- Octopus Real Estate
Work highlights
- Advised Square Roots, the affordable housing subsidiary of developer London Square, on a scheme delivering 125 new affordable homes on the former Hawks Road Health Clinic Site in Kingston upon Thames, South West London.
- Advising Westminster City Council on its community housing delivery strategy and the delivery of new council homes, including advising on the Church Street regeneration project.
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Practice head
Tonia Secker
Other key lawyers
Andy Barnard; Amy Shaw; Sara Bailey; Rob Beiley; Scott Dorling; Ian Davis; Rebecca Rees; Jeremy Hunt; Lizzie Pillinger; Sharron Webster