The Housing Disrepair sector in the UK focuses on issues concerning the condition and maintenance of rental properties. It involves tenants seeking legal recourse against landlords who fail to maintain their properties in a habitable and safe state.
Persistent dampness and mould resulting from poor ventilation or structural defects.
Issues with the property’s structure, including subsidence, cracked walls, or faulty roofing.
Leaks, broken pipes, and inadequate drainage.
Faulty heating systems or unsafe electrical installations.
Presence of pests such as mice and rats.
Maintenance of shared areas in multi-occupancy buildings.
Turn to Christopher Law! Our team of skilled solicitors, consultants, and experts brings extensive experience and in-depth knowledge to the housing disrepair sector, ensuring we provide a top-tier legal service.
Our goals are straightforward:
We achieve this by offering expert guidance and support to tenants. Our team typically works on a no-win, no-fee basis and is responsible for liaising with the landlord to ensure justice by managing and advancing the claim through to its conclusion.
A member of our team will contact you to obtain your details and discuss the disrepair in your property.
A dedicated file handler will be appointed to deal with your claim and notify the Landlord of the claim.
We will continue to liaise directly with the Landlord and make use expert opinions and evidence until a settlement is reached.
We will maintain contact with you throughout the process and provide you with tailored advice up until the repairs have been completed.
To pursue a housing disrepair claim successfully:
If the landlord fails to remedy the situation within a reasonable period, a claim can be pursued.
The typical process for a housing disrepair claim is as follows:
Director, Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP) & Head Of The Housing Disrepair Department
Numan is responsible for overseeing the day to day running of Christopher Law through his role of being the COLP. He is a qualified solicitor who brings a wealth of experience to Christopher Law and has a steadfast commitment in providing excellence in his legal services. He has cultivated a legal career marked by successful settlements through litigation, strategic leadership and a client centric approach. Numan has a proven track record of delivering exceptional results for clients through his deep understandings of legal principles, combined with his keen ability to navigate complex cases and applying his expertise.
Numan has previously worked on a number of successful housing disrepair matters as well as matters involving criminal injuries, road traffic accidents, employer and public liability work. He also advocates for the use of ADR and represents clients through contentious litigation. Numan is head of the housing disrepair department and brings extensive expertise and commitment to advocating for tenants’ rights. Numan takes pride in building honest and trusting relationships with his clients, whilst managing their expectations and providing his unwavering dedication to their satisfaction.
Paralegal
Nicholas was called to the Bar in 2023 and works as a freelance paralegal for the firm. He brings his experience in litigation and court procedure, assisting on a wide variety of cases, particularly in personal injury and clinical negligence. Alongside this, he contributes to the Housing Disrepair department, where he drafts court proceedings and attends allocation hearings on behalf of Christopher Law’s clients. Outside of work, Nicholas has been actively involved in pro bono clinics, offering representation in employment, housing, and social security claims. He is also dedicated to providing voluntary medical care to hospitals and care homes abroad. His motivation stems from a passion for assisting vulnerable people and acting as a voice for those without representation.
Membership:
Christopher Law is a specialist clinical negligence law firm, representing victims of medical accidents nationwide. We deal with the full range of clinical negligence claims from lower value claims involving short-term or minor injuries, to maximum severity brain damage claims. Additionally, we handle housing disrepair claims, helping tenants secure compensation and repairs for issues caused by landlord negligence.
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