About landlord possession and ASB solicitors

Our housing litigation solicitors support landlords with possession, evictions, injunctions and closure orders, as well as advising on all other anti-social behaviour tools available.

While this can be a testing time for landlords, you can rest assured that our team of expert solicitors are ready to support in a way that protects residents, ensures regulatory compliance and reduces operational risk.

Whether you are facing mounting rent arrears, trespassers, abandonment or a complex ASB case that requires urgent court intervention, our housing litigation lawyers know how to take the legal action needed to resolve the situation. With our in-depth knowledge of new legal requirements, including the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, we can help ensure that notices are served correctly and court proceedings are handled efficiently to reduce financial losses or community disruption.

How our landlord possession and ASB solicitors can help

Possession and ASB cases can be costly if not resolved quickly, not to mention the reputational costs to a landlord that comes with it. For social landlords, these cases can also involve wider Equality Act, safeguarding and regulatory considerations.

Our team of landlord possession and ASB lawyers have worked with numerous housing organisations and can help you regain control of your property through the formal court process. Our solicitors will support you throughout the claim, from advising about the Renters’ Rights Act 2026, Equality Act and mental capacity concerns through to advocacy at hearings and eviction.

For ASB issues, we can help to secure emergency injunctions or closure orders, and we can support you in using the mandatory Grounds for Possession where there has been serious ASB.

Key concerns about landlord possession and ASB

If you are seeking advice on possession or ASB, it might be a crisis situation with a tenant or long running concerns you have been unable to resolve. We know all too well the stress this can cause on finances, reputation, complaints and the surrounding community. We are here to provide the decisive legal action needed to bring resolution.

Legal action around evictions or ASB can be complex and sensitive. You may have concerns around how long the recovery process takes, or how to navigate the court system. Our team of housing litigation lawyers can help you navigate the process whilst complying with renters’ rights and court processes. We offer a transparent staged fee structure so you can keep track of your costs throughout the process.

Cases like these can also be time-sensitive. We have extensive experience in securing emergency injunctions, closure orders and short notice possession hearings, so that you have access to the expert insight you need.

Possession

If you are having difficulty obtaining possession of a property, we can help. Our solicitors can provide advice, draft court papers and represent you in court.

We advise on a wide range of possession cases, including rent arrears, abandonment, unauthorised occupation, sub-letting, trespassers, hoarding, fraud, refusals of access, succession disputes and serious breaches of tenancy/lease.

Guiding you from initial instruction through to resolution, our team will keep you informed throughout and make sure every step is handled carefully and efficiently so that you can recover vacant possession of your property.

Anti-social behaviour tools

There are cases where you may need to urgently stop disruptive conduct, such as ASB. Advising on and using all the legal tools available allows landlords to take immediate action and protect residents, staff, and properties from behaviours like loud music or noise, harassing neighbours or criminal activity, such as violence or drug dealing.

We advise landlords on court orders like civil injunctions, or closure orders . We can also help advise on the use of community protection notices (CPNs) or absolute grounds for possession.

Why choose our landlord possession and ASB solicitors?

Litigation with purpose

We are a certified B Corp, committed to aligning with our clients’ purpose. We prioritise long-term social value alongside legal compliance. That means helping landlords take firm legal action where needed, whilst advising clearly on resident rights, community impact and wider social purpose.

Collaborative partners

Possession can be stressful. From the very first conversation, you will have direct access to a housing litigation solicitor who understands the specifics of your sector and what you or your neighbourhood are going through.

Leaders in the sector

Our 50 years of experience in our sectors means that we provide comprehensive housing litigation services that are tailored to the political and regulatory environment housing associations, local authorities, housing co-operatives and charities operate in.

Award-winning expertise

Our team’s senior lawyers have been ranked and recognised by Chambers UK and The Legal 500. We combine technical precision with authoritative responsive advice and training to provide a full-service of legal support to landlords.

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