Established NW law firm launches new housing division

Nina Patel

Law firm Broudie Jackson Canter, part of the Liverpool-based Jackson Lees Group, has launched a new housing division in the heart of Manchester city centre.

Based from the firm’s Manchester Piccadilly office, the practice is a stone’s throw from Manchester Crown Court.

As a registered legal aid solicitors, the team will provide specialist legal services to both private clients and those who qualify for legal aid.

The practice will provide legal assistance across a range of issues including homelessness, housing disrepair, tenancy deposits, possession proceedings and eviction – providing those in need with access to justice in central Manchester.

The team will be headed by Jackson Lees Group’s head of housing & social welfare, Nina Patel, who has more than 18 years’ experience specialising in complex housing cases, particularly those arising from mental health or capacity issues.

Nina is also a trustee for Local Solutions, a charity that supports disadvantaged individuals, families and communities with a primary focus on those experiencing exclusion and vulnerability.

She said: “Our housing team has a wealth of experience working with clients facing a variety of complex legal housing issues. We know there is huge need in Manchester – particularly for legal aid housing specialists to support people who may be at risk of becoming homeless.

“We already have a great network of partner organisations across the city that we work with closely to ensure people – particularly those who may be vulnerable – are supported by outstanding legal professionals when they need it most.

“We’re looking forward to building on this base and creating a best-in-class service for people in the city centre.”

The Jackson Lees Group is made up of Broudie Jackson Canter and Jackson Lees.

The Group provides a full-service legal solution to personal and commercial clients and has more than 280 employees across six offices in Merseyside and Manchester.

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