49 Effra Road, The Link, Ground Floor, Suite 13
London SW2 1BZ
E: chris@ccsolicitors.com | T: 020 7738 3898 / Emergency: 07739 985 447
Chris & Co Solicitors is a well-known, trusted and growing law firm based in the heart of Brixton, south London. We’re proud to be part of this vibrant and exciting community and honoured to serve it. And we have done so for more than 15 years.
Is your Landlord – Social (Council) or private, letting you down by failing to carry out repairs to your property promptly or at all? Dealing with housing disrepair can be stressful and most of the time, froth with uncertainty which could be harmful to healthy living. For most tenants, the embarrassment of letting strangers into their home, seeing all the horrible state of disrepair in their property is unthinkable. Also, the fear that they might lose their home if they complain to their landlord about the state of disrepair in their home is another major reason why most tenants who lives in rented accommodation with disrepair are reluctant to complain. That should not be the case.
At Chris & Co, we are fully aware of the predicament facing tenants living in properties with disrepair. That is why we offer our housing disrepair services on a No Win No Fee. That means you don’t pay us a penny if we don’t win your case. It is that simple! And that’s why you should give us a call right now to take advantage of our expertise and commitment on a No Win No Fee. What is more, we offer free inspection of your property. If your case is successful, you may be entitled to compensation or damages and your landlord pays our costs!
We have extensive experience ensuring your rights are maintained and that agreements with landlords are upheld and fully honoured. As a tenant, you have a right to ‘quiet enjoyment’ of your home. If you are being threatened with eviction or the relationship with your landlord has broken down and you think you’re being treated unfairly, it’s important to act quickly to get matters resolved. Landlords can’t simply turn up unannounced nor can they threaten to evict you. There are laws in place to protect your rights as a Tenant.
Often issues arise in relation to disputes with your tenants, which require a legal overview and support. At Chris & Co, we are skilled in handling Landlord and Tenant disputes through mediation and also through the Court.
Whether you’re a landlord or a tenant, we have the necessary know-how to foster beneficial Landlord-Tenant relationship.
Building on our skills and experience, over the years, we have established strong reputation at solving often time complex immigration problems. We have a ‘can do’ attitude which reflects in our relationship with our clients faced with some of the following problems:
Human rights permeate every aspect of life in a civilised society. They apply regardless of where you come from, what you believe or how you choose to live your life. They can never be removed from you although sometimes, it can be restricted, e.g. if you break the law or your action infringe on the rights and freedoms of others. Rights such as dignity, fairness, equality, respect and independence are included under this term. The right to respect for your private and family life is fundamental to the Human Rights Act 1998.
Actions and decisions of public officers in the course of their duties although not intended, could very easily violates the rights of members of the public. Officers of local authorities especially are under a duty of care to ensure the rights of others are respected when discharging their duties. The aim of the Human Rights Act 1998 was to incorporate into UK law the rights contained in the European Convention on Human Rights, thereby giving the British public added remedy in addition to rights available under national laws.
If in doubt as to whether your rights have been violated, always seek legal advice. Better to be safe than sorry. At Chris & Co, you can always talk to us about any concerns you may have. Be it a decision by your local authority on matters such as Housing, Social Welfare Benefits and Education or your application for planning permission, give us a call right now.
When a relationship and/or a family breaks down, there is so much to address. Breakdown of relationship, be it domestic or commercial, can be traumatic and stressful. Property, access to and custody of children, business interests, finance, the list goes on. It is a time when the ability to function normally or rationally is severely affected. Decisions made in time of breakup are prone to mistakes / regrets because decisions are either made in a rush without clear and analytical thinking or in anger. Sometimes, decisions are made under duress.
Having someone skilled in the relevant law is critical at such times. If you are concerned that your domestic or business relationship is coming to an end or it is actually happening and you are worried about your rights or interests, give us a call for confidential one-to-one consultation. Having someone qualified and experienced in such matters could save you money, valuable time and reduce stress and anxiety and most important of all, safeguard your physical and mental health wellbeing. Call us today.
Someone said the only certainties in life are death and taxes. We are not tax advisors, but we do help people prepare to have their wishes extend beyond the end of their own life and administer estates on behalf of families and loved ones. A well written will is important, whether your estate is complex or simple.
Some of the cheaper, web-based Will arrangements may not be suited to your particular needs. Poorly prepared Wills can be very costly especially for the beneficiaries and the loved ones who will have to deal with the consequences of a badly written Will. A professionally written Will gives you the peace of mind knowing that your last wishes will be carried out to the letters. We assist many of our clients with their Wills. If you are considering making a Will but not sure when or how to go about it, now is the time to give us a call to arrange a one-to-one meeting to discuss your particular needs. We can arrange home visit if necessary. For a professional service and peace of mind, give us a call today.
Communication is one of the remedies for a lasting relationship. Do you need to take legal action or perhaps you’re facing legal action taken against you? Actions to get redress in a whole range of civil litigation matters such as property dispute between partners or family members, trespass, breach of contract, negligence and the like require cutting edge skills to get results. Equally, effective negotiation before things escalate keeps costs down and often yields better results. Whether you need a situation negotiated, mediated or need to go to Court, Chris & Co can help. Call us today to arrange a one-to-one consultation to how we can be of assistance to you!
Have you, a family member or someone you know, recently returned back home after many years living abroad and they are no longer as physically and mentally capable as they once were. Are they concerned for their welfare?
At Chris & Co, we can assist you with your Lasting Power of Attorney, making sure the document is professionally prepared and registered.
We can arrange home visit and still provide high quality service in the comfort of your own home.
