Thaine Wilson

Thaine Wilson is a Partner and the Deputy Head of our Social Housing Team.

He qualified as a Solicitor in 2002 and has over 20 years of experience advising and assisting registered providers and local authorities in housing and asset management related litigation, focusing on anti-social behaviour, tenancy fraud, disrepair, policy reviews and drafting. Thaine is known for his approachable nature and straightforward thinking, making him a trusted advisor and popular trainer among social landlords.

Thaine’s commitment to the social housing sector is evident in his proactive approach to client care and his passion for making a positive impact. Clients appreciate his unwavering support, practical advice, and ability to navigate complex legal challenges.

Before joining us in March 2023, Thaine was the Managing Partner and Head of Social Housing at Batchelors Solicitors. He played a pivotal role in the firm’s growth and Batchelors’ merger with us in 2023. Thaine also served as a co-opted committee member of a large-scale voluntary transfer housing association for 5 years, contributing to the governance and strategic direction of the organisation.

Thaine has been recognised by Legal 500 for over 10 years and by Chambers and Partners for 15 years. Legal 500 [UK 2025] praises him as a “brilliant housing lawyer who is loved by his clients and is a delight to work with“, highlighting his “superb housing instinct“. Chambers [UK 2025] clients describe him as “always available, informative, and to the point“, noting that he “feels like an extension of our team”.