Mollie McQuade

Solicitor

Solicitor in the housing litigation team

Mollie is a member of the firm’s housing litigation team, specialising in possession claims, access issues, anti-social behaviour and housing disrepair.

She provides advice to a range of housing clients, from local authorities to registered providers, effectively and practically. Mollie regularly engages in advocacy within the County Courts, having conducted numerous housing-related hearings. Mollie is driven to provide a high-quality and friendly approach to all clients.

My specialisms

Possession claims
Access issues
Anti-social behaviour
Housing disrepair claims

My insights

The importance of proper service and complete bundles June 13, 2025

In the recent County Court Appeal case of Jeffrey v Teevan (2025), the court showcased the importance of compliance with service...

Breach of Access Injunctions - Connexus v Weaver [2025] June 12, 2025

The Court of Appeal in Connexus Homes Limited v Weaver and Anr [2025], decided an appeal from an access injunction, contempt of court...

Proportionality – Seeking possession against a tenant with a disability April 30, 2025

The recent High Court case of Thiam v Richmond Housing Partnership (2025) EWHC 933 (KB), considered the issue of proportionality when...

Crime and Policing Bill 2025 – The Second Reading April 1, 2025

The Crime and Policing Bill 2025 had its second reading in Parliament on 10 March 2025. The reading led to a significant number of...

Is service by post deemed service? January 24, 2025

As reported on Nearly Legal, the recent Court of Appeal case of D’Aubigny v Khan & Anor (2025), clarified the Court’s position with...

The court’s jurisdiction – Breathing Space Moratoriums January 6, 2025

The most recent case of Seculink Ltd v Forbes (2024) provided useful guidance on the operation of the debt-breathing space regulations. ...

Renters' Rights Bill - Committee stage December 11, 2024

The Renters Rights Bill has now completed its committee stage within the House of Commons. This stage involves a number of selected MPs...

Can fees paid by a tenant before the enactment of the Tenant Fees Act 2019 prevent a landlord from recovering possession under S.21 Housing Act 1998? December 10, 2024

The Tenant Fees Act 2019 came into force on 01 June 2019. In the recent Court of Appeal case of Martyna Switaj v Adrian McClenaghan...

What does it mean to occupy a property as your only or principal home? June 12, 2024

Under Part 5 of the Housing Act 1985, secure tenants of a local authority can exercise a right to buy their property. Both secure and...

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