Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP possesses expertise in the social housing sector. The team has in-depth experience challenging the decisions of local authorities through judicial and statutory reviews. Andrew Brookes heads the practice. Giles Peaker is another seasoned member of the team, who has recently advised on a case exploring the extent of the local authority’s obligation to secure suitable accommodation for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Testimonials
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‘They have a strong focus on the client and their aims.’
‘They have a very strong reputation in housing-related public law.’
‘Giles Peaker and Eleanor Solomon are standout members of the team.’
‘They have a particular expertise in housing-related law, which may often result in challenging local decisions.'
'The team works flexibly and will adapt to the client's needs.’
‘Robin Stewart is a standout associate with extensive expertise for property-based litigation.’
‘They are absolute experts in their field. They do not take silly legal points and are respected in the housing/property world generally.’
‘The team has a very strong breadth and depth of knowledge.’
Key clients
- Safer Renting CIC
- Crisis UK
- Grenfell Tower Inquiry
- FHCO Limited
- Lowe Guardians
Work highlights
- Acted for Safer Renting CIC in intervention in the Supreme Court, arguing the public policy point of Rent Repayment Orders under Housing and Planning Act 2016.
- Acting for Crisis in intervention in the Supreme Court, arguing on the extent of a local authority’s duty under s.193 Housing Act 1996 to secure suitable accommodation for those owed a full homelessness duty.
- Acted for MP in successfully challenging a discharge of homeless duty and refusal to accept a review request by Royal Borough Kensington & Chelsea by judicial review pre-action protocol.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Andrew Brookes