Best Law Firm 2020 for second year
News article published on: 14th November 2019
Osbornes Law once again appears in the Times ‘top 200’ Best Law Firm listing for its personal injury, medical negligence and family law services. The work of the personal injury department, led by Stuart Kightley is recognised for another year. Head of medical negligence Stephanie Prior‘s expertise in claims arising from birth injuries and delays […]
Anest Mathias joins the Executive Committee of British Infertility Counselling Association (BICA)
News article published on: 4th November 2019
We are delighted that Anest Mathias, family law solicitor has been invited to join this important charity. BICA are the only professional infertility counselling Association recognised by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority and the British Fertility Society in the UK. Anest is a highly experienced solicitor with a specialist focus on fertility and surrogacy […]
First-time buyer stamp duty exemption – don’t get caught out
News article published on: 4th November 2019
By Simon Nosworthy, Head of Residential Conveyancing at Osbornes Law Stamp duty is the bane of every home buyer, with only first-time buyers being exempt from paying the tax, if they purchase properties for less than £300,000. The first-time buyer stamp duty exemption has undoubtedly helped increase the number of people getting on the property […]
Statement on CPS decision not to charge Croydon tram crash driver from lawyer representing bereaved family
News article published on: 31st October 2019
Ben Posford, partner at London law firm Osbornes Law represents Andrzej Rynkiewicz whose wife Dorota died in the Croydon tram crash. Ben Posford says: “This news will be devastating for many of the families, who assumed that the delay of almost three years meant charges might be brought at the end of the investigation. However, […]
Osbornes solicitor invited to speak at 5th Congress of International Legal Practice, in Spain
News article published on: 23rd October 2019
Maria Conesa Gonzalez, family lawyer at Osbornes Law will be travelling to Murcia, to address delegates at the 5th Congress of International Legal Practice, next month. Maria will be taking part in practical debates with other lawyers and professionals covering the most recent topics of International Law. The three-day event, organised by the Bar Association […]
Property abroad? Beware of forced heirship rules
News article published on: 22nd October 2019
Whether it’s a holiday home, an investment property or a place you want to retire to, if you own a property abroad you could be subject to strict succession rules stipulating that your children must inherit at least a share of the property after you die, regardless of your wishes. These forced heirship rules are […]
Council failed homeless applicant at risk of self-harming and suicide
News article published on: 22nd October 2019
The Court of Appeal has quashed a council decision that said a young man with mental health problems and at risk of self-harming and suicide was not in priority need for housing when facing homelessness. London law firm Osbornes Law, who acted for Troy Guiste, says the case throws the spotlight on the London Borough […]
Top ranking for two Osbornes Law family partners in Chambers & Partners 2020
News article published on: 21st October 2019
Two family law solicitors – Lisa Pepper and David Leadercramer have gone straight to the top in a new category – Mediation/ADR introduced by legal directory Chambers and Partners. Lisa Pepper has been recognised for her role as a mediator in complex family cross-border disputes. Her skilled and sensitive approach to mediation has brought about a […]
Managing Partner elected to join Board of Trustees
News article published on: 17th October 2019
Stuart Kightley was elected by LCC members, at their Annual General Meeting on 16 October, to become a Trustee of their Board. Stuart is a keen cyclist and published commentator on a wide range of cycling issues. He is a recognised campaigner having fought for the right of cyclists and accident victims for many years. […]
‘Best Family Law Firm 2019’ – Greater London Enterprise Award
News article published on: 15th October 2019
Osbornes Law is delighted to announce that its Family Law team has won ‘Best Family Law Firm 2019 – London’ with SME News. SME News encompass the multitude of innovative and vibrant business industries, and acknowledge the talent and hard work from a full compliment of sectors in London. Our Family Law team are honest, […]
