Housing Law Solicitors

Housing Law at Highwood Solicitors

At Highwood Solicitors, we know that problems with your home can be frightening, overwhelming, and exhausting. When your housing is at risk, it can feel like everything else starts to fall apart. You may be worried about your family, your health, your job, or simply where you will sleep next.

You do not have to deal with this alone. We are here to listen, to support you, and to use the law to protect you.

How We Work With You

We believe that everyone deserves a safe, secure place to live. Having a home should not be a source of fear or constant uncertainty.

Our Housing Law Solicitors take the time to understand your situation and explain things clearly, without legal jargon. We will tell you what your options are, what your rights mean in real terms, and what steps we can take to help you.

We are known for being approachable, patient, and determined. When something is unfair or unlawful, we will challenge it strongly — always keeping your wellbeing at the centre of everything we do.

How We Can Help You

We can support you in many housing‑related situations, including:

1. Defending possession claims and helping you stay in your home
2. Stopping evictions, including urgent last‑minute cases
3. Taking action against landlords for disrepair, where your home is unsafe, unhealthy, or poorly maintained
4. Challenging illegal eviction or harassment by landlords or agents
5. Helping you respond to anti‑social behaviour injunctions
6. Challenging homelessness decisions made by the council
7. Taking action when the council has failed to house you, even though it should have
8. Challenging temporary accommodation that is unsafe, unsuitable, or inappropriate for you or your family