The social housing team at Weightmans LLP provides advice on housing management, development, and regeneration. Sian Evans leads the team, specialising in possession cases, ASB injunctions, and estate management, including squatters and disrepair. Jennifer Hankinson, joining in January 2025 from Capsticks LLP, focuses on residential development and regeneration. Karen Neald handles housing management disputes, trespasser removals, and disrepair matters. Beth Williams advises on property acquisitions for housing development, including package deals and s106 agreements. Joshua Stolberg represents social and private landlords on possession claims, ASB injunctions, succession disputes, and defending deposit and disrepair claims.
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Testimonials
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‘My experience of the team at Weightmans LLP has always been that they are the housing go-to firm for quality, professionalism and client care.’
‘Joshua Stolberg stands out for his extensive knowledge of the housing sector, his enthusiasm and also down-to-earth attitude. He is a pleasure to deal with.’
‘The team continue to provide excellent service to us across a range of property areas. They are a safe pair of hands.'
‘Sian Evans' client care skills are excellent. A trusted advisor to our business.’
‘Weightmans provide a great service to us - they are always friendly, professional and responsive. They take time to discuss the pros and cons of various options available to us, enabling us to make informed decisions. Weightmans have a strong reputation within our sector and have experts available to deal with a wide range of issues.’
Key clients
- Midland Heart
- Riverside
- Clarion Housing Group
- Magenta Living
- Sanctuary Housing
- Regenda
- Sovini
- The Guinness Partnership
- Halton Housing
- South Liverpool Housing
Work highlights
Acted for Clarion in an application the Upper Tribunal (Lands Chamber) to modify a restrictive covenant. The matter was listed for a two day final hearing at the Royal Courts of Justice. The Tribunal ordered that the covenant should be modified as sought by the client.
Acted for Open Solutions (OSUK) Limited’s (part of Halton Housing) commercial subsidiary company in their acquisition of housing stock in Manchester, as part of this client’s strategic ongoing acquisition programme for their PRS offering.
Advised a housing association on its exit from the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Jennifer Hankinson
Practice head
Sian Evans
Other key lawyers
Joshua Stolberg; Beth Williams; Jen Hankinson; Karen Neald