Capsticks LLP is well-known for its vast expertise in social housing development and management. The team in Winchester has a wealth of experience handling transactions within the sector, including acquisitions, building leases, and joint ventures, with Michael Owen and Spencer Vella Sultana co-heading the practice. Owen regularly handles a variety of matters such as social housing fraud, disrepair claims, and cases relating to anti-social behaviour. With his in-depth knowledge of construction and planning requirements, Sultana routinely advises clients such as social housing providers and developers. Rita Saadeh is also noted for her experience in site development and regeneration projects.

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‘Mike Owen never fails to deliver. He is always there with great, honest, clear advice. He is extremely supportive to the team.’
‘This practice is excellent at communication, advice, attending meetings, and generally getting the best position for their client.’
'Michael Owen is a pleasure to work with and his team members Catherine and Charlotte are brilliant. Nothing is too much trouble for him and his team.’
‘Mike Owen is a strong housing lawyer and expert in his field. He provides robust evidence and clear advice.'
'Spencer Vella Sultana is an exceptional leader and has built a great team.’
‘They have excellent all-round knowledge. They have delivered some great training. They are very prompt with responses. Great customer service.’
‘The partners are very approachable. They don't over complicate things with legal terms. They are very friendly. They are always happy to meet face to face when requested.’
‘Charlotte Rawson is a credit to Capsticks. She is friendly, clear, and skilled in her expertise. She is a go-to solicitor for housing management enquiries. She presents information in a clear and concise manner whilst ensuring the key details are not overlooked.'

Key clients

Oriel Housing Limited
Ocean Housing
Places for People
Vivid Housing Ltd
Aster Group
Westward Housing
The Guinness Partnership Limited
Raven Housing Trust
Paragon Asra Housing Limited
Teign Housing
Sovereign network Group

Work highlights

Represented a housing association in the courts in order to determine how tenancies should be terminated on death where there is no succession.
Acted for Places for People in obtaining an injunction who were causing anti- social behaviour in the client’s block of flats.
Acted for Oriel Housing Limited in the acquisition and construction of 124 new affordable housing units in Reading.

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