Short Biography
Sena has developed a broad practice with a specialism in all forms of Land Law.
He enjoys both the adversarial and advisory aspects of practice and is always willing to speak to solicitors about the merits of a potential claim and procedural issues that may arise. Sena is astute at spotting nascent legal points and procedural issues in claims. He has considerable experience in handling tenancy deposit claims under the Housing Act 2004. He is regularly instructed in matters relating to Rent Repayment Orders.
Regularly appearing in all courts Sena deals especially in matters relating to residential and commercial leases, renewal and terminations under Landlord & Tenant Act 1954, Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996, orders for sale, party wall matters and applications for relief from forfeiture. He is regularly instructed by landlords in the private sector in possession claims, especially cases that raise important issues of tenure, notice, succession on death of tenants, assignment, breach of covenant and forfeiture.
Experience
Defending Catastrophic Cases
CY Property Management v Babalola, Central London County Court [2019] where the court was asked to consider whether a Company could rely on its trading address as opposed to its registered address for the purposes of Section 47 Landlord & Tenant Act 1987 – a successful outcome
Jones v Myles, Bromley County Court [2019] statutory duties in the context of possession proceedings – a successful outcome
Interface Properties Ltd v Patel, Romford County Court [2019], relief from forfeiture – successful outcome
Government and Nonprofit Work
Sena dealt with one of the seminal cases involving the Landlord Selective Licensing Scheme and successfully defended an Estate Agent who had failed to obtain a licence. The case considered the implementation of the scheme and whether local authorities had provided sufficient information and training.
Education
Accolades
Sena Frimpong is a qualified Barrister with extensive experience in civil litigation, particularly in housing and property law. Called to the Bar in 2009 and a member of Lincoln’s Inn, he has built a strong reputation for representing clients across all stages of the judicial process.
He has successfully handled a wide range of complex matters, including possession claims, homelessness, disrepair, and judicial review cases, demonstrating both technical expertise and practical advocacy. In addition to his professional work, he is actively involved in pro bono initiatives, supporting vulnerable individuals through organisations such as the Croydon Housing Aid Society.
