Christy Davies joins Birmingham Law Society

Ward Hadaway’s social housing solicitor Christy Davies has been invited to join the Birmingham Law Society (BLS) Council by its president, Guy Barnett. This appointment sees her working alongside her colleague, partner Sabina Kauser, who was confirmed as BLS Vice President recently.

Operating from the Birmingham office and having four years of experience, Christy advises various stakeholders including housing associations, local authorities, and developers on creating affordable and sustainable communities. She is also a valuable member of BLS’s Property & Development Committee.

Guy expressed his views, stating “One of my priorities this year is to encourage colleagues at different stages of their careers to help shape the Society’s future, because their ideas, experience and perspectives are essential if we are to represent the profession across Birmingham and the wider region. Christy already contributes to the Society and I look forward to welcoming her to Council.”

In her new role, Christy aims to assist the Society’s Junior Lawyers Division and hopes to give back after benefiting from BLS’s guidance throughout her career. Christy commented “Birmingham Law Society’s guidance and events have helped me throughout my career, and I now want to give something back. I particularly want to support junior solicitors and others trying to establish themselves. I also hope to bring a fresh perspective to Council discussions.”

Sharing her focus on affordable housing, she added, “In my work, I'm focused on how I can play a part in helping housing providers unlock development opportunities, because there is real demand for affordable homes in Birmingham and the wider West Midlands. Collaboration and practical problem-solving can make more schemes deliverable.”

Christy’s presence on the Council is a notable addition as she joins Sabina Kauser, who advises on immigration law. Sabina, confirmed as BLS Vice President at the Society’s AGM on 24 September, will transition to President by 2027.

Sabina reflected on Christy’s role, remarking “It’s great to have Christy alongside me on Council. She knows the affordable housing sector well and cares about the work the Society is doing now and in the future. I look forward to working with her and other council members.”

Steven Petrie, the Managing Partner at Ward Hadaway, highlighted the importance of community involvement, stating “We want our people to be part of the communities they serve, so it’s particularly good to see two of our Birmingham lawyers helping to shape the future of the city’s Law Society so soon after we opened the office. We are proud that Guy has asked Christy to bring her experience to Council.”

Since its inauguration in summer 2025 at Chamberlain Square, Ward Hadaway’s Birmingham office has quickly assimilated into the city’s business community. In just 18 months, the office has more than doubled its partner team and garnered the Newcomer of the Year 2026 award at the City of Birmingham Business Awards, organised by Downtown in Business.