Alexander Panayi | Trainee

I joined HJA as a Housing Paralegal in March 2016. I have previously worked as a paralegal for over 3 years, with almost 2 years specifically in Housing Law.

As a keen advocate I have represented clients via the Court Duty Scheme at Barnet and Clerkenwell & Shoreditch County Courts, the latter of which is through HJA. In addition, I have advocated in other County Courts across London on behalf of both Landlords and Tenants, in bringing and defending possession proceedings.

I run my own case load, to include possession proceedings, homelessness and disrepair. I have also recently joined the Property Disputes team. In particular, I enjoy defending possession proceedings involving section 21 and deposit protection matters.

Education

• Law LLB (Hons) 2:1– Nottingham Trent University, 2008-2011
• Legal Practice Course – College of Law, 2011-2012

Career

• Paralegal at Hodge Jones & Allen, March 2016 – present
• Paralegal at Moreland & Co Solicitors, September 2014 – February 2016
• Paralegal at SSP Law, January 2013 – August 2014
• Citizens Advice Bureau (Hendon) August 2012 – November 2012

Client comments

• “You were fantastic and I would recommend you to friends and family.Thank you for all your help.”

Personal interests

I regularly play football and am an avid supporter of Chelsea FC, as well as following the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL. In addition I enjoy tennis, having attended Wimbledon on numerous occasions. I enjoy eating out and travelling, having most recently visited India and Italy.