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Read moreClaire is a highly experienced partner in the family team at Osbornes Law.
Claire advises clients in relation to a broad range of family law issues arising on the breakdown of marriage or cohabitation, with an emphasis on the financial claims that arise on divorce. She has particular experience in complex high-net-worth cases often involving a trust element.
Claire has significant experience in cases concerning children issues such as child arrangement orders. She is an experienced practitioner in child relocation and is regularly instructed in cases of this nature.
On the non-contentious side, Claire regularly advises clients in relation to pre-nuptial agreements and post-nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements.
Claire is listed in the Legal 500 and the CityWealth top 100 lawyers:
“Claire Andrews is one of the best of the younger crop of partners in London. She has client care skills in spades and is understanding and empathetic whilst keeping a focus on the right strategy.”
Claire is an active member of Resolution and the International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA). She recently hosted an event focusing on innovative practices within the family arena. Claire is regularly quoted in the Law Gazette and other publications.
Claire understands her clients’ needs when dealing with emotionally-trying circumstances. She is empathetic, with strong technical ability and a successful track record for providing clear judgement and guidance.
In her spare time Claire plays for her local football club.
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Claire has client care skills in spades and she is understanding and empathetic whilst keeping a focus on the right strategy.
Claire Andrews is one of the best of the younger crop of partners in London.
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