The ‘knowledgeable’ multidisciplinary team at Geldards LLP provides ’a very customer-oriented service’ to a number of Wales-based housing associations across the gamut of their property needs and ongoing operational requirements, adding extra strength by dint of its strong working relationships with many local authorities. Team head Harriet Morgan has ‘vast expertise and depth of knowledge in the sector’, which is buttressed by her equally strong overarching charity law prowess, ensuring clients are expertly supported in governance matters. Liz Ganderton regularly advises RSLs on SUDS legislation and secured lending concerns.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'The very knowledgeable team provides a very customer-oriented service.'
- ‘The team provides a holistic approach to client satisfaction. The firm places a strong emphasis on understanding clients' needs and tailoring solutions to meet those needs effectively.'
‘Harriet Morgan delivers key insights and knowledge and is very dedicated to keeping up to date with market trends.'
‘Harriet Morgan has a vast expertise and depth of knowledge in matters relating to the housing sector in Wales. She is able to provide comprehensive and accurate advice wherever possible which helps to make informed decisions.’
Key clients
- United Welsh Housing Association
- Westmoreland Supported Housing Limited
- Adra
- The Pobl Group
- Newydd Housing Association (1974) Limited
- Chrysalis Supported Association Limited
- Valleys to Coast
- Wales and West Housing Association
Work highlights
- Advised Westmoreland Supported Association on a complex lease of houses and gardens where the gardens were owned bona vacantia by the crown.
- Advised Newydd Housing Association (1974) Ltd on the development of a 14-dwelling site subject to planning, SUDS and Welsh government grant funding. Advising on the complex site acquisition made up of various different titles and a subsale agreement.
- Advising Chrysalis Supported Association Ltd on the move to a new group structure, giving charities advice on conflicts of interest and charity assets and regulatory advice on the requirements on the Regulator of Social Housing.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Harriet Morgan