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“She will always fight her corner and put her client’s position strongly, whether she’s representing a child or a guardian.”
“Bridget Thompson is a firebrand. She has her clients’ back. She is dogged and fierce.”
Bridget Thompson
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.
Bridget Thompson is a public law specialist noted for her extensive children public law practice.
She shows strength in matters involving adoption. She is frequently called upon by parents and family members to resolve complex issues.
"Bridget brings a wealth of experience to her work so she will cover all aspects of a case comprehensively and sensibly."
"She will always fight her corner and put her client's position strongly, whether she's representing a child or a guardian."
"Bridget is clear and concise in court and in her written work."
"She is always very approachable, straightforward and pragmatic in her approach."
"Bridget Thompson brings a wealth of experience to her work so that I know that she will have covered all aspects of a case comprehensively and sensibly; again, I find it easy to work in a collective spirit with her."
"Osbornes has a hugely experienced mediation team with Andrew Watson, Bridget Thompson and Lisa Pepper who are able to offer financial and children mediation for a range of cases including those that are highly complex involving challenging clients."
"Bridget Thompson is a firebrand. She has her clients’ back. She is dogged and fierce."
"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'.
Bridget's 2023 directory quotes
Bridget Thompson is a public law...
Bridget Thompson is a public law specialist noted for her extensive children public law practice.
She shows strength in matters involving...
She shows strength in matters involving adoption. She is frequently called upon by parents and family members to resolve complex issues.
"Bridget brings a wealth of experience...
"Bridget brings a wealth of experience to her work so she will cover all aspects of a case comprehensively and sensibly."
"She will always fight her corner...
"She will always fight her corner and put her client's position strongly, whether she's representing a child or a guardian."
"Bridget is clear and concise in...
"Bridget is clear and concise in court and in her written work."
"She is always very approachable, straightforward...
"She is always very approachable, straightforward and pragmatic in her approach."
"Bridget Thompson brings a wealth of...
"Bridget Thompson brings a wealth of experience to her work so that I know that she will have covered all aspects of a case comprehensively and sensibly; again, I find it easy to work in a collective spirit with her."
"Bridget Thompson is a firebrand. She...
"Bridget Thompson is a firebrand. She has her clients’ back. She is dogged and fierce."
Bridget's Accreditations
Bridget is a recommended lawyer in Chambers UK
"Straightforward and clear, he is good...
"Straightforward and clear, he is good at cutting through the noise."
"Totally tenacious but brilliantly commercial; very...
"Totally tenacious but brilliantly commercial; very impressive."
"Incredibly impressive; he not only knows...
"Incredibly impressive; he not only knows the technical ins and outs but is a charismatic personality, one clients absolutely love and trust."
Bridget Thompson is a public law...
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...
"Bridget is client-focused, a pleasure to work with and incredibly supportive to her clients."
Bridget's Legal 500 testimonials
Bridget Thompson, is an exceptional lawyer:...
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 combines her excellent legal...
"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...
"The quick-thinking Bridget Thompson who is intelligent and pragmatic."
Bridget Thompson heads the family team,...
Bridget Thompson heads the family team, where client care is the top priority.
Bridget Thompson is 'tenacious, hardworking, pragmatic...
Bridget Thompson is 'tenacious, hardworking, pragmatic and sensible'.
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