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Duncan Lewis Solicitors regularly represents landlords and tenants across the entire remit of social housing law matters, from possession and homelessness cases, disrepair issues, and succession for tenants, to unlawful evictions and neighbourhood disputes against local authorities. Key names within the team include Manjinder Kaur Atwal, who advises clients on landlord and tenant disputes, judicial review claims, and property nuisance issues, and Dianne Cowie, who has appeared before the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Bernadette Chikwe is another notable name with expertise in applications to suspend warrants of eviction. Daljit Singh is skilled in homelessness reviews and appeals in the County Court.
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- 'One key strength lies in the firm's diverse expertise across various legal areas. Whether it's immigration, family law, employment, housing, or any other field, Duncan Lewis boasts a team of specialists well versed in different aspects of law. This breadth allows them to offer comprehensive legal solutions to clients facing multifaceted issues.’
‘The team across the board are strong in housing law knowledge. They are down-to-earth individuals and super professional. I always get a sense that they truly care about their clients and want the best outcome for them in their cases. It is a pleasure working with them.’
Work highlights
Advising a client on a s.204 Housing Act Appeal that was issued to challenge the Council’s decision that accommodation was suitable.
Representing a client in a Court of Appeal case following a negative review of a homelessness decision under s.202 of the Housing Act 1996.