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National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has been appointed to a multi-million pound framework agreement by Torus, the North West’s largest affordable housing provider.

Clarke Willmott is among 11 firms appointed to Torus’ multi-lot framework having secured a place in the housing management legal services lot.

The estimated value of the framework is £6.48m and the contract is expected to run until 2029 with the possibility of four optional 12-month extensions until 2033.

Alongside legal expertise, Clarke Willmott will deliver measurable social value outcomes aligned to Torus’ mission of growing stronger communities.

Clarke Willmott’s dedicated housing management and leasehold teams provide specialist services to registered providers on all aspects of housing and leasehold management including succession, disrepair, tenancy and lease enforcement, nuisance behaviour, possession and leasehold asset management.

Lynn James, partner in the property litigation team at Clarke Willmott, will head up the work with Torus. She said: “We are delighted to be working with Torus and supporting the delivery of their goals over the next four years.

“Our national social housing team is going from strength to strength, and this latest client win is testament to our abilities and reputation as leading legal advisers in the sector.” 

Torus Group Chief Executive, Steve Coffey, said: “Expanding our framework reflects the ambition of our growth strategy which will require significantly more legal support and expertise.

“The response, quality and quantity of tenders received to the legal framework was excellent with some existing law firms retained and new companies added.

“We are really pleased to welcome Clarke Willmott on board as they will play an intrinsic role as a key partner helping us delivery crucial services to our tenants and communities.”

With over 40,000 properties in its portfolio, Torus, is an affordable homes provider and a fast-growing developer and commercial contractor. Aside from building, managing and maintaining its portfolio, Torus aims to make a social impact and support local people by investing in their future and in communities.

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For more information, please contact 0800 652 8025 or a member of our social housing team.

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