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Read more“She is outstanding in her field because of the breadth and depth of her experience and her expertise, as well as her very good client skills.”
“Bridget Thompson, is an exceptional lawyer: super bright; realistic; funny; friendly, and she is able to navigate the most complex cases.”
Bridget is head of the family department and has been a partner at Osbornes since July 2000. A New Zealander, she is a graduate of Otago University, where she graduated in Law and History. Bridget qualified as a lawyer in 1985, she practiced originally in New Zealand before transferring to the UK in 1992.
Bridget is a member of The Law Society Children’s Panel and The Resolution Accredited Panel.
Bridget practices in all aspects of family law. She has a particular interest in representing children or parents in complex children act cases and has also developed a practice in adoption work. She is also a trained mediator.
She likes to travel when not at work.
"She is outstanding in her field because of the breadth and depth of her experience and her expertise, as well as her very good client skills."
"She is unflappable and understands the twists and turns of public law proceedings."
"She is a strong advocate who represents her clients' interests well."
Bridget Thompson, is an exceptional lawyer: super bright; realistic; funny; friendly, and she is able to navigate the most complex cases. Human rights, ethics, and fairness are always at the front of her thinking. She is a pleasure to work for and one of my favourite women in family law – love her!
"Osbornes' achievement cannot be underestimated
Bridget has foresight and vision. She was able to predict the outcome from the beginning. Such wisdom is founded on Bridget’s deep understanding of the law. By asking the right questions Bridget achieves insight. Bridget is formidable and an inspirational leader."
"Highly recommended
Bridget and Amy-Jo were very supportive during what were very stressful proceedings. They were collaborative and I felt listened to and part of a team rather than just a client. We ended up being successful at the hearing."
"Bridget Thompson combines her excellent legal knowledge with a clear, succinct and robust style of advice and advocacy. Her approach clearly inspires a high degree of client confidence in her"
"She is excellent. She's very reliable, talks about her cases passionately and is very committed to her clients."
Bridget Thompson is a public law specialist noted for her extensive practice in matters involving alternative families and adoption. An interviewee observes: "She's a fighter, she's clever, and she understands all aspects of a case."
"The quick-thinking Bridget Thompson who is intelligent and pragmatic."
"Bridget is client-focused, a pleasure to work with and incredibly supportive to her clients."
Bridget Thompson heads the family team, where client care is the top priority.
Bridget Thompson is 'tenacious, hardworking, pragmatic and sensible'.
"She is outstanding in her field because of the breadth and depth of her experience and her expertise, as well as her very good client skills."
"She is unflappable and understands the twists and turns of public law proceedings."
"She is a strong advocate who represents her clients' interests well."
Bridget Thompson, is an exceptional lawyer: super bright; realistic; funny; friendly, and she is able to navigate the most complex cases. Human rights, ethics, and fairness are always at the front of her thinking. She is a pleasure to work for and one of my favourite women in family law – love her!
Bridget Thompson is a public law specialist noted for her extensive practice in matters involving alternative families and adoption. An interviewee observes: "She's a fighter, she's clever, and she understands all aspects of a case."
"Bridget is client-focused, a pleasure to work with and incredibly supportive to her clients."
"Bridget Thompson combines her excellent legal knowledge with a clear, succinct and robust style of advice and advocacy. Her approach clearly inspires a high degree of client confidence in her"
"The quick-thinking Bridget Thompson who is intelligent and pragmatic."
Bridget Thompson heads the family team, where client care is the top priority.
Bridget Thompson is 'tenacious, hardworking, pragmatic and sensible'.
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