Sian qualified as a solicitor in 1990 and joined Weightmans as a partner in 2007. Sian is sector lead for housing and she is also a partner in the property litigation team. She specialises in all aspects of property litigation, both commercial and residential, in the High Court, the County Court, the First Tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) and Upper Tribunal. Sian also acts for a wide range of housing associations, stock transfer organisations and fully mutual housing co-operatives. Sian has specialist knowledge of housing management issues including possession cases based on convictions, breach of tenancy terms and anti-social behaviour, anti-social behaviour injunctions (with and without notice), general estate management issues including exchange, abandoned properties, squatters and disrepair. Sian appears regularly as an advocate in the county court. Sian also has a wealth of experience in commercial property litigation. She is also skilled in all forms of alternative dispute resolution and has had noted success in mediations. Sian is recommended in Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 as a leader in her field. She is also a contributor to the Which Guide to Renting and Letting and is a current member of the Law Society’s Housing Committee, having been the Chair between 2011-2014. She is an accomplished external speaker on housing and landlord and tenant issues.
England - North West • Real estate
Weightmans LLP
Weightmans LLP is recommended for providing ‘a service which is focused on achieving the client’s objectives’. The firm acts for numerous registered providers including Riverside, Midland Heart and the Guinness Partnership, regularly assisting with matters ranging from housing litigation to employment work and financing. ‘Astute and pragmatic’ litigator Sian Evans leads the team, supported by local authorities expert Lee Rogers. Matthew Wilson moved to Clarke Willmott LLP.
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Testimonials
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‘Whilst being a heavy hitting practice which attracts a number of high profile clients, they have a down to earth approach which puts the client at the heart of a case. No matter how big or small the case, they will provide a service which is focused on achieving the client's objectives, whether that is best served through negotiation or litigation.’
‘Sian Evans (Partner) is as an exceptional litigator. She is astute and pragmatic and understands the need to ensure that litigation is conducted proportionately.'
‘Clear advice balancing risk and commercial appetite. Someone is always available to talk to.’
‘Lee Rogers and Luke Millington have both taken time to understand our organisation and how we work. They provide clear advice in a timely manner and are both approachable and responsive.’
Key clients
- Midland Heart
- Riverside
- Clarion Housing Group
- Magenta Living
- Sanctuary Housing
- Regenda
- Sovini
- The Guinness Partnership
- Forviva
- Harbour Light Assisted Living
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sian Evans