Aashim Dhand

Co-Founder / Joint CEO / Director

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Aashim founded PLS Solicitors in 2008 with his colleague Robert Thomas. As Joint Chief Executive Officer, he is responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of the business and develops its long-term vision and strategy.

Aashim attained a first-class honours Law degree from Leeds University in 2003 and qualified as a solicitor in September 2005. Whilst previously working at Pannone solicitors he gained invaluable experience as a Commercial and Residential Property Solicitor.

adhand@pls-solicitors.co.uk

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Shared Ownership Explained: Your 2026 Glossary

Shared ownership is a government-backed scheme that lets you buy a share of a home, usually between 10% and 75%, and pay subsidised rent on the rest to a housing association. Because your deposit is based on the share you’re buying rather than the full property price, it’s often cheaper and more achievable than a...

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5 Star Friday: “7 Weeks From First Contact to Moving In”

This week, we are sharing a fantastic review for Lauren, who managed a returning client through their second move with PLS Solicitors. With a completion achieved in just seven weeks and a process described as fast, smooth, and completely bump free, this one really does speak for itself. “Amazing solicitors, we have used them for...

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What is Staircasing in Shared Ownership? Is It Worth It? 

One of the biggest advantages of shared ownership is that you don’t have to stay at your initial share forever. As your finances grow, you can buy more of your home over time through a process called staircasing. This means gradually increasing the percentage you own until, if you choose, you reach 100% ownership.  But staircasing isn’t automatic, and it isn’t always the right move...

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