Navya Joginipally Solicitor
Dispute Resolution
Navya Joginipally is a Solicitor in Swinburne Maddison’s Dispute Resolution team, bringing a wealth of experience in housing and property litigation. She initially qualified as a lawyer in India in 2012 and later obtained her LLM from American University, Washington DC. She then went on to qualify as a Solicitor in England and Wales in 2022.
Prior to joining Swinburne Maddison, Navya worked as a Solicitor at Citizens Advice Gateshead and Wills Chandler Solicitors in Basingstoke, specialising in housing law. She has represented clients in complex possession claims, housing disrepair disputes, and anti-social behaviour matters, as well as defending mortgage possession claims. Her experience also extends beyond housing law, having previously practised in other areas of law in India before relocating to the UK.
Navya is known for her professional work ethic, ability to meet tight deadlines, and her commitment to delivering clear and practical advice. She takes a fair and empathetic approach with clients, ensuring they feel supported and fully informed throughout legal proceedings. As an advocate, she is confident in representing clients in hearings and achieving the best possible outcomes.
In line with her ambition to continue developing her expertise, Navya is currently working towards her qualification as a Notary, which she expects to complete in 2026.
- Possession Claims
- Anti-Social Behaviour
- Housing Disrepair
- Mortgage Possession Claims
- County Court Advocacy
With over a decade of legal experience across the UK and India, Navya has built a strong reputation for providing strategic and client-focused legal solutions. While she has broad legal experience, her specialism lies in housing law, where she has successfully defended possession claims related to rent arrears, anti-social behaviour, and mortgage disputes.
In her previous role, Navya represented defendants in possession claims, regularly securing successful outcomes for her clients. Over the last five years, she has achieved a success rate of approximately 90% when representing clients in court proceedings.
At Swinburne Maddison, Navya advises a wide range of clients, including private individuals, social landlords, and corporate entities, on pre-action and litigation matters and is keen to support clients with complex legal disputes in the housing sector and beyond.
- Bar Council of Hyderabad, India
Additional Qualifications
- Diploma in Notary Law, 2026 (In Progress)
- Diploma in Law of Intellectual Property Rights, 2011
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When Are Oral Agreements Legally Binding? Lessons from Leddington v Sandercock
In Leddington and another v Sandercock and another [2026] EWHC 938 (Ch), the Chancery Division dismissed a claim for over £333,000 relating to an alleged oral agreement between the parties. The case highlights a key issue in contract law, that although oral agreements (sometimes referred to as “gentlemen’s agreements”) can be legally binding, they must […]
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Renters’ Rights Act. Key Changes Landlords Must Act on Before 31 May 2026
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 represents one of the most significant reforms to the private rental sector in recent years. It strengthens tenant protections while placing greater responsibility on private landlords. Mandatory Requirement for Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet 2026 By 31 May 2026, landlords must provide tenants with the Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet […]
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Major Changes Ahead for Consumer Subscription Contracts – What Businesses Need to Know
The UK Government has confirmed significant reforms to the rules governing consumer subscription contracts. These changes are expected to be introduced in spring 2027, through secondary legislation under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA), following the conclusion of the Department for Business and Trade’s consultation. Unlike the current rules, which were never […]
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