OSBORNES LAW - Key Persons
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- Senior Associate
- Case Reiterates Local Authorities Should Follow Allocation Scheme
- Expert Housing Lawyer in the Housing and Community Care Department at Osbornes Has Been Quoted in Various Publications.
- Specialist
- the Homes ( Fitness for Human Habitation ) Act 2018 - Implementation
- Vulnerable Child Wrongly Assessed to Be an Adult
"Alex McMahon is brilliant with vulnerable clients and very thorough."
"Alex McMahon was always calm and reasonable, friendly and helpful. He has a thorough knowledge of the subject and is a strong negotiator"
Alex McMahon routinely represents tenants in possession and disrepair proceedings and has further experience handling disability discrimination and anti-social behaviour matters.
"Alex McMahon is a specialist within judicial review, frequently representing claimants against public bodies."
Alex McMahon, expert housing lawyer in the housing and community care department at Osbornes has been quoted in various publications...
Alex joined Osbornes in April 2022 and is a solicitor in the Property Litigation team. He has worked in Housing and Public Law since 2013 and qualified as a solicitor in 2019.
He specialises in all aspects of housing and public law. His work includes possession, disrepair, unlawful eviction, succession, anti-social behaviour, injunctions and other landlord and tenant disputes. He has acted for both landlords and tenants, whether to advise or bring proceedings on their behalf. He undertakes both private and publicly funded work.
In addition, his work includes Judicial Review challenges and assisting homelessness clients with their applications, reviews and County Court Appeals. In October 2021, Alex acted for a client who successfully appealed a county court decision in the Court of Appeal.
During his career, Alex has represented tenants on the Solicitor Duty Desk Scheme at Barnet and Clerkenwell & Shoreditch, continuing at the latter to date. He also has also represented his own clients at court.
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- Government Announces Leasehold Reforms
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- Associate
- Solicitor
- Associate Solicitor / Personal Injury Solicitors View Profile
- Cyclist Claims for Shoulder Injury
- Cyclist Hit by Range Rover Claims £30k Compensation
- Cyclist Hit by Sports Car Claims £50k Compensation
- Specialist
Andrew is an Associate Solicitor in the Personal Injury Department. A significant proportion of Andrew's caseload involves handling claims for injuries sustained by cyclists. He helps cyclists hit by drivers of cars, trucks and buses. He also assists clients who have suffered injuries sustained by riding over potholes, substances left on the road and dangerous cycle paths.
Andrew's other key practice areas are accidents at work, including injuries sustained on building sites and representing pedestrians struck by vehicles in the road.
Andrew is also involved in a number of cases involving e-scooters and has previously spoken about the law relating to e-scooters on BBC Radio 4.
He always works to achieve outcomes which benefit his clients from the moment he meets them and works to make complicated situations easy to understand. Andrew has gained a wealth of experience dealing with clients who face difficult circumstances.
His aim is to make sure clients feel able to relax in very difficult circumstances and to help them gain the compensation they deserve.
Andrew Middlehurst is superbly diligent and...
Andrew Middlehurst is superbly diligent and responsive, with a combination of genuine empathy and drive to get the best results for his clients
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- Beneficial Interest in Property
Angus Andrew and Peter Kolbe were working as solicitors at Warmingtons when they decided to set up a new law firm together. They approached the firm and asked if they could buy the lease of 7 Parkway in Camden, which by this time lay empty. Warmingtons agreed and Angus and Peter decided to name their new practice ‘Osbornes Solicitors', inspired by the the previous occupant of 7 Parkway, William Osborn. As a leaving gift Warmingtons gave them the original W.A.L Osborn plaque which they had inherited in 1958.
Osbornes Solicitors began helping clients from 7 Parkway in 1973 under the stewardship of Angus and Peter.
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- Partner / Personal Injury Solicitors View Profile
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- Compensation After Accident at Work Leads to Blood
- Cyclist Claims for Head Injury
- Injury from Gym Leads to Compensation Settlement
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- Hackney Council Ignore Vulnerable Resident 's Request
Edward Taylor undertook my case from an almost unwinnable position. From our first meeting, Edward's enthusiasm was apparent. He was determined, diligent and most professional when dealing with my case, keeping me informed at every stage. I wholeheartedly thank Edward for his endeavours and would not hesitate in recommending him and Osbornes Solicitors to others.
Hampstead solicitor Elspeth Neilson of Osbornes Law has qualified as a notary public (a notary), meaning she can now certify...
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- Partner
- Making Alterations to a Leasehold Property
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- What Is Spousal Maintenance
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- Partner
- Gifting Property to Children
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- Senior Associate at Osbornes Law Settled a Claim for a 27 - Year - Old Motorcyclist Who Was Involved in a.
Kate Milton, acted on behalf of a Romanian National who was hit by a speeding vehicle as she was walking...
Kate Milton, a Senior Associate at Osbornes Law settled a claim for a 27-year-old motorcyclist who was involved in a...
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- Senior Associate
- Solicitor
- Cyclist Claims £70k for Wrist Injury
- Personal Injury Specialist
- Senior Associate / Personal Injury Solicitors View Profile
Laura is a catastrophic injury Associate Solicitor specialising in both medium and high value complex injury claims, particularly those involving brain and spinal cord injuries, loss of limbs, fatalities, polytrauma and severe psychiatric harm.
Laura acts in claims for compensation arising from cycling accidents, accidents at work, accidents arising from public negligence, road traffic collisions, clinical negligence and gynaecological injuries. She specialises in looking to obtain early intervention and treatment to aid rehabilitation.
Laura is an Accredited Senior Litigator and Fatal Accidents Specialist by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL). Laura is also the Joint Co-Ordinator of the APIL Damages Special Interest Group
Laura is listed within the Legal 500 as "another product of the Osbornes academy of excellence, Laura has drive and energy that are the envy of her contemporaries. Nothing is too much trouble and she instils confidence in her clients".
Laura is a member of the London Cycling Campaign (LCC) and a keen cyclist.
Before joining Osbornes in 2012, Laura worked with Human Rights Watch in New York and used to be a coach for the Irish Special Olympics Ski Team.
In her spare time Laura enjoys playing hockey, cycling, skiing and reading.
Laura Swaine is a very able...
Laura Swaine is a very able solicitor who handles her own caseload as well as assisting on the most serious of cases. Extremely efficient and knowledgeable.
Laura Swaine is another product of...
Laura Swaine is another product of the Osbornes academy of excellence, Laura has drive and energy that are the envy of her contemporaries. Nothing is too much trouble and she instils confidence in her clients.
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- Child Maintenance for High Earners
- Child Maintenance: When Is Capital, Income
- What Is Coercive Control
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- Do I Pay Stamp Duty Land Tax When Transferring Property into My Partner 's Name? When It Comes to Property
- Shared Ownership Stamp Duty
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- Consultant
- Consultant / Family Law
- Expert
- Member of Many Influential National Committees
- the Doyenne of Adoption
"Naomi has a depth of knowledge in issues relating to surrogacy and adoption as well as matters in which immigration status is a factor."
"Naomi Angell is the fount of all knowledge on adoption and surrogacy cases. She is a lawyer to whom judges defer."
Naomi Angell is a consultant at Osbornes Law and heads their adoption, surrogacy and fertility law unit.
She specialises in intercountry and domestic adoption, international and domestic surrogacy, fertility law and children's cases with an immigration interface.
Naomi is recognised as a leader in her field in Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 directories.
She advises and represents children, birth parents and extended family members, intended parents in surrogacy cases, adopters and foster parents. In addition, she advises and acts as an expert witness to local authorities, foreign courts, lawyers and organisations involved in cross-border children's cases.
Naomi was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2020 Family Law Awards. She also is a previous recipient of the Outstanding Contribution Award at the Family Law Awards.
Osbornes is an approved legal partner of the leading surrogacy organisation, My Surrogacy Journey, which helps couples and individuals exploring international surrogacy. Naomi also appears in the Tatler Advisory Address Book as a recommended lawyer.
Naomi combines her case work with involvement with family policy, working to bring about changes in law and practice that she can see from her cases are necessary.
In 1981, the International Year of the Child, Naomi set up the Children's Legal Centre and, in 2013, was invited to take up the position of Patron at the centre.
Naomi has been a member of many influential national committees including chairing the Family Law Committee of the Law Society and the Faster Family Justice Committee at the Law Society. In addition, she chaired a panel for one of the leading national adoption agencies.
Naomi has very deep knowledge of adoption and surrogacy
"Naomi Angell is a highly esteemed practitioner who is highlighted as "a leader in the field" and "extremely knowledgeable" by interviewees. She is particularly recognised for her experience in complex adoption disputes."
Naomi Angell is the doyenne of inter-country adoption and the font of all knowledge in this area.
Naomi Angell advises on international adoptions and complex surrogacy matters. She is commended for her broad, in-depth experience."
Naomi Angell leads the market in cross-border children law matters. Sources confirm that she is "at the cutting edge of changing law and policy" when it comes to international adoption
Naomi is well regarded and has huge knowledge of parenting orders with cross-border elements
Naomi Angell is a renowned practitioner in the market with a wealth of experience in cross-border family cases.
Naomi Angell has considerable strength in adoption, surrogacy and fertility issues
Naomi Angell is a renowned practitioner...
Naomi Angell is a renowned practitioner in the market with a wealth of experience in family cases involving immigration issues. She has a depth of knowledge in surrogacy issues and is respected for her experience handling adoption matters.
Naomi was the recipient of the Cornwell Award for Outstanding Contribution to Family Law at The Family Law Awards 2015.
Naomi Angell - the doyenne of adoption and surrogacy family law, dedicated to her clients and hardworking.
"Naomi Angell is a leading name in international adoption." The Legal 500
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- Associate Solicitor / Personal Injury Solicitors View Profile
Osbornes Law are delighted to be hosting internationally known parenting expert, Noël Janis-Norton, who will be delivering the talk:...
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- Car Accident Client Stories
- London Tube Sign Causes Head Injury
- Partner / Personal Injury Solicitors View Profile
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- Partner / Personal Injury Solicitors View Profile
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- Why It Is Important to Involve First Class
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- Partner
- Basement Developments - How to Fight Back
- Buying a Property Where a Party Wall Award
- Government Eviction Reforms "Risk Increasing Delays
- Head of Property
- Licensing for Houses in Multiple Occupation to Be
- New Builds, Poor Standards
- Overlooking Nuisance Claims
- Partner / Property Litigation
- Reasonableness" of Service Charges
- the Building Safety Act 2022
- the Consumer Credit Act 1974 to the Rescue
Head of property litigation at Osbornes Law, Shilpa Mathuradas is an experienced property litigation lawyer specialising in all aspects of property law in a residential and commercial context including:
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- Partner
- Conveyancing Solicitor
- Declaration of Trust for Property
- First - Time Buyer Stamp Duty Exemption
- Head of Property
- Partner / Property Law
- Stamp Duty Tax to Remain the Same until 2025
Simon is Head of Property Law and handles all residential conveyancing transactions, including house sales, purchases, and re-mortgaging.
For over 15 years, Simon has managed all types of property transactions throughout England and Wales. His clients include families, professionals, celebrities and returning clients. He leads a full property law team of 10 associate solicitors, solicitors and paralegals. His team deals with all property types of varying values and types, from flats for first-time buyers to multi-million-pound freehold properties. Simon is proud of the high level of service his team offers clients and the positive feedback they receive.
Simon relishes each transaction he handles and prides himself on ensuring a comprehensive and secure process. He endeavours to always be on call for his clients, providing support and putting them at ease. In the fast-moving property world, Simon knows that ensuring a speedy exchange of contracts and keeping property agents updated and involved at all times is very important.
Simon is a regular commentator on the property market within leading property publications and advice websites.
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- Partner / Personal Injury Solicitors View Profile
- Partner and Personal Injury Lawyer, Has Successfully Settled a Compensation Claim on Behalf of the Widow and.
- Partner in the Personal Injury Department, Has Successfully Settled an Accident at Work Claim Arising from an.
- Pedestrian Hit by a Car Claims Substantial Compensation
Siobhan McIvor, a Partner and Personal Injury lawyer, has successfully settled a compensation claim on behalf of the widow and...
Siobhan McIvor, a Partner in the Personal Injury Department, has successfully settled an accident at work claim arising from an...
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- Accident at Work Compensation Examples
- Cycling Accident Claims: Client Stories
- Osbornes Specialist
- Partner / Personal Injury Solicitors View Profile
- Specialist Personal Injury Lawyer at Osbornes Law, Recently Represented a Client Who Suffered Life - Changing Injuries Following a.
Sophie Davies, a specialist personal injury lawyer at Osbornes Law, recently represented a client who suffered life-changing injuries following a...
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- Partner / Personal Injury Solicitors
- Partner / Personal Injury Solicitors View Profile
On 12 February 2019, the Tenant Fees Bill received Royal Assent and comes into effect on the 1 June 2019 The Act prevents landlord...
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- Partner
- Its Leader
- Public Law Solicitor
William Ford is the best housing and public law solicitor of his generation.
William Ford is "highly committed to his clients and leaves no stone unturned in seeking to assist them with their problems"
William Ford receives effusive praise for his dedication and commitment to social housing. Interviewees highlight his technical understanding and background in housing law, and describe him as highly impressive."
William Osborn was the sole practitioner of his firm based in Camden above the tube station, which is currently occupied by HSBC. He moved his practice to 7 Parkway after the office was bombed in World War II. William sadly died in 1958 following a heart attack, which he supposedly suffered whilst working at his desk. He was only 56 years old. Mr Wheeler sent us a newspaper cutting from 1958 and through it, we learnt that William had qualified as a solicitor in 1925 and that he first practised from St Pancras in 1927. His other passion, apart from the law, was music and for some time he served as chairman and artistic director of The Bedford Amateur Operatic Society.
After his death, The Law Society arranged for the firm Warmingtons Trevor Jones to take over William's files and his Camden office. The firm later moved all staff from the Camden office to their Piccadilly office.