Noted for its ‘diverse range of specialisms’, Stephens Scown LLP handles a spectrum of social housing mandates ranging from procurement and governance work to financings, transactions and tenancy matters. Practice head Tim Walmsley is based in Truro and advises housing associations, small trusts and CLTs, while Keith Wright focuses on rural housing initiatives, and Laurie Trounce advises on procurement, regulatory and corporate governance mandates. Kate Westlake is another integral member, with construction head Jim Gorrod bringing further expertise. Sarah-Jane Williams-Cole is noted for planning work, while senior associate Helen Thomas has a focus on residential landlord and tenant disputes.
Testimonials
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‘Stephens Scown respond promptly to queries and offer sound advice with options so we do not feel backed into a corner.’
‘Our key contact, Kate Westlake, is very professional and personable. She is supported by helpful and efficient colleagues.’
Key clients
- Magna Housing
- Reside Housing
Work highlights
- Acting for several social housing organisations on right to buy and right to acquire disposals.
- Handling disposals, boundary issues, licence agreements, disposals of land, overages, pre-emption agreements and conditional contracts alongside providing general advice and support on day-to-day queries for Magna Housing Limited.