Claire Wilson Solicitor
Dispute Resolution
Claire Wilson is a Solicitor in the Dispute Resolution team at Swinburne Maddison, specialising in Property Litigation. She graduated with a Law degree from the University of Sunderland in 2015 before completing the Legal Practice Course at Northumbria University the following year. Claire qualified as a Solicitor in October 2020 and has since developed a strong practice with a focus on leasehold enfranchisement and landlord and tenant disputes.
Claire brings a calm, organised, and approachable manner to her work, making her a trusted advisor to both national clients and local businesses. She is committed to delivering clear and timely legal advice, with a focus on practical outcomes. Her clients value her ability to listen, understand their needs, and explain legal options in a straightforward way. Claire is keen to grow her regional client base while continuing to support clients across the UK.
- Property Litigation
- Possession Proceedings
- Housing Disrepair
- Landlord and Tenant Disputes
- Leasehold Enfranchisement
Claire began her legal career in 2016 at Newcastle law firm, progressing from a Commercial Investment Property Paralegal to a Trainee Solicitor, and gaining significant experience in Property Litigation and Leasehold Enfranchisement. Upon qualification, Claire has continued to develop her knowledge within this specialism and has also led an enfranchisement team, helping to streamline service delivery while maintaining high standards of client care.
Throughout her career, Claire has worked on a wide range of matters, including:
- Leasehold enfranchisement (including collective enfranchisement and lease extensions)
- Landlord and tenant disputes (both commercial and residential)
- Commercial rent arrears and debt recovery
- General property litigation, including boundary and access disputes
Claire is passionate about building long-term client relationships based on trust, consistency, and clarity. Her long-term ambition is to continue progressing within Swinburne Maddison and to develop a strong network of local clients and referrers in the North East.
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