England - London • Public sector
Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP
Led by the highly experienced Andrew Brookes, Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP has particular expertise in public and administrative law challenges related to housing. The team recently acted in two interventions in the Supreme Court: one judicial review concerning a local authority’s requirement to find suitable accommodation, and the other relating to Rent Repayment Orders for landlords.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Excellent strength in depth.’
‘Andrew Brookes is an outstanding lawyer with tremendous depth of knowledge and tactical nous.’
‘Expertise in challenging property-based matters with local authorities.’
‘Absolute experts in their field. Strong team, up to date with all the recent legislation and case law. Negotiate well and are realistic and sensible.’
‘Giles Peaker is the leading housing solicitor out there. He knows more about housing law than probably anyone else in the field.’
‘Giles Peaker is one of the most experienced and knowledgeable legal commentators in the housing field. His expertise, wit and ability to crystallise complex legal arguments for a wide audience is second to none.’
‘The combination of Anthony Gold's capabilities, strengths, and practice is unique compared to other firms. They work with clients, devote their time and energy wholeheartedly to the best of their abilities and always work for the client's interest and represent the client so well. They are very open and transparent, and their practice innovation matches the present practice environment well.’
‘The particular individual who always stands out is Andrew Brookes of Anthony Gold; I worked with him for five years on one of the most important public inquiries known to the broader world, and he instantly recognised the importance of my contribution through involvement.’
Key clients
- Safer Renting CIC
- Crisis UK
- Core Participants in the Grenfell Tower Inquiry
- Lowe Guardians
- FHCO Limited
Work highlights
- Acted for Safer Renting CIC on intervention in the Supreme Court in Rakusen v Jepson, arguing the public policy point of Rent Repayment Orders under Housing and Planning Act 2016.
- Acting for Crisis on intervention in the Supreme Court in LB Croydon v Imam, arguing on the extent of a local authority’s duty under s193 Housing Act 1996 to secure suitable accommodation for those owed a full homelessness duty.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Andrew Brookes