Browne Jacobson LLP is a key name regionally for social housing work, with key roles in transactions and dwelling developments. Gabor Taller heads up the social housing team, and is a recognised authority on social housing developments and complex funding regimes. Barry Sully has over 25 years of experience in regeneration projects, mixed-use schemes, joint ventures, and social housing projects, and Ben Standing has notable knowledge of planning, biodiversity, and environmental issues. Victoria Curran handles contentious matters including complex landlord claims and Human Rights Act breaches, while Simon Brooks focuses on shared ownership work. Holly Chadwick joined the team from Freeths LLP in July 2024.

Freeths LLP represents key local authorities and large national developers within the social housing sector, and has been active in advising local authorities on regenerative projects involving affordable housing programmes. Sarah Rowe undertakes work for housing association clients, and increasingly acts on behalf of local authorities preparing for property acquisitions. Rachel Clarke has advised on affordable housing disposals for housebuilders.

Acting for a number of private and professional landlords, Wilson Browne has specialist knowledge of the social housing sector; the team has also advised on developments, acting on high-value acquisitions on behalf of associations. Tom Warrender leads the practice and advises on the full spectrum of property deals from acquisitions to developments. Emma Oliver is highly regarded by clients, assisting with freehold and leasehold disposals.