1.8.2024
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Read moreYael Selig
Email: yael.selig@osborneslaw.com
Yael is a partner at Osbornes Law and head of the Family offices in Hampstead.
Yael is an experienced specialist who deals with all areas of family law. With 30 years of experience, she is often involved in cases involving complex financial issues arising out of the breakup of a relationship, whether married or cohabiting, as well as issues relating to children . Yael has considerable experience in addressing the impact on both adults and children involved in a relationship breakdown.
Yael is a qualified barrister both in England and in Gibraltar. She is fluent in Spanish and often advises clients on foreign Pre-Nuptial Agreements and their compliance with English law.
Her area of expertise includes drafting and advising on Pre-Nuptial Agreements, Cohabitation Agreements, as well as Deeds of Separation
Yael has a following in England and in Gibraltar, and often deals with other international jurisdictions.
Separating couples who have multiple nationalities and/ or domiciles or reside in different countries may have a choice as to where they divorce and/ or where they resolve the financial arrangements for themselves or their children. These situations call for quick and effective advice to secure and seize the most advantageous jurisdiction.
Yael is a member of Resolution and is a trained Mediator and Collaborative lawyer.
Yael has been recognised and recommended by the relevant Legal directories and has been described as “commercial and charismatic” and “down to earth and practical”
Yael is a proud Gibraltarian and outside work loves to exercise and keep moving to keep up with her 3 sons !
Yael’s experience transpires in the results of her work and I am very grateful to have her represent me.
At each juncture Yael has provided me with clear information and advice, and each time she has obtained results that have prioritised the well being of myself and my son.
Any litigation in family matters weighs heavily on everyone involved and with emotions running high, I was terrified at the prospect of what lay ahead of me when I decided I wanted a divorce. From the very first telephone call, Yael proved to be an excellent listener, extremely professional, empathetic and always forward thinking.
Not only was she always fast to respond, but she provided me with great advice and explained everything in lay terms. Yael made the process feel stress free and would 100% recommend working with her.
Yael was very helpful in guiding me through the process and at every step was extremely patient and answered all my questions with ease.
Yael is a pleasure to work with and I have no qualms in recommending her. She is a small but mighty force to be reckoned with and you definitely want her on your side.
I hired Yael in 2020 to help me through my very difficult divorce. She guided me through every stage with her vast knowledge of divorce law and she made everything a bit easier.
"Osbornes Law have a very broad family practice which does all areas of family law at a high level. They have an excellent practice; they are top quality across the board."
Osbornes have been a sound firm forever. They have phenomenal work and an excellent skill set.
Osbornes have high-end partners doing high-end work. They are very impressive.
They have an excellent practice; they are top quality across the board.
Osbornes have a very broad family practice which does all areas of family law at a high level.
He is very hard-working, diligent and thoughtful in his approach. He is on top of the detail and makes strategic decisions.
He commits himself to getting the best results.
He’s a really tough litigator that you certainly want on your side. He will defend his clients to the hilt.
Mark is an immensely capable lawyer, with vast experience and a well-deserved reputation for getting the very best for his clients.
Lisa Pepper is extremely hard-working and adored by her clients. She is a very empathetic and approachable lawyer.
She’s an extremely supportive and kind lawyer and has an increasing mediation profile too
Andrew secured me the best financial settlement for my claim. He is a credit to Osbornes Solicitors.
"It has a strong and experienced team of solicitors who don’t take bad points, work sensibly to get a settlement and who you can always pick up the phone and speak to. They are good lawyers and know the strengths and weaknesses of their clients’ cases. They don’t posture and always pursue their clients cases appropriately. "
"Mark Freedman is a very capable lawyer, renowned for not being a pushover and pushing his clients’ cases as much as he can, but will always talk sensibly about settlement. He is among the best – tenacious, good judgment and tactically aware."
"Mark Freedman is a dynamic and highly experienced family lawyer who fights extremely hard for his clients and is always in their corner, thus ensuring their loyalty and confidence. In a trial you would always want him on your side."
"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 has impressed me as someone who fights my corner but also understands the importance of resolving issues without unnecessary escalation. She is calm and reassuring."
"Her mediation practice is exceptional; she is also a great solicitor and has a breadth of skill which is really useful."
"He is really experienced and wise. He has a lovely manner about him and clients feel safe with him."
"Jo Wescott is top notch and widely recognised as a rising star throughout the profession. She brings a winning combination of great judgement, an immense work ethic, and a relaxed and charming way with opponents and clients alike. Someone you want on your side”
"Osbornes is pre-eminent for family law in North London. Mark Freedman is a real rainmaker. He is an excellent lawyer and has a top-notch practice"
Mark Freedman is intelligent and personable and has a good selection of high-net work cases.
"Exceptional value for money. Highly competent and reasonably priced. Mark Freedman: one of the best in the field."
"Client-focused. Ready to fight the clients’ corner, but also ready where possible to steer client from unnecessary dispute. Mark Freedman – very experienced, with good instinct for the eventual result. Clients love him and he thinks ahead and directs the client to the best result for the client."
Mark Freedman is a serious player. A fearless family law litigator, who protects his clients’ interests passionately.
Breadth of knowledge and willingness to go the extra mile is what makes it stand out. Mark Freedman – devoted to his clients
Mark Freedman frequently takes on high-value financial and children proceedings that involve complex tax, trust and accounting issues. Sources praise the "tenacity and common sense" he brings to challenging disputes.
"Mark is very experienced, competent, good with clients and takes a sensible approach to cases. He knows exactly what he's doing."
"An exceptional outfit. They take on difficult cases, fight hard and win."
"They are an outstanding firm to work with. They are consistently impressive in their work."
"The team frequently deals with cross-border estates for high–net-worth individuals."
"Mark Freedman is a real heavyweight litigator who has dealt with some very significant cases."
"Mark Freedman boxes clever, keeps his powder dry and when it comes to the end game he negotiates a really good deal."
"Mark Freedman has a specific focus on high-net-worth divorces and finance cases where there are overseas assets and trusts."
"Lisa Pepper somehow manages to get parties to settle on matters where there isn’t much hope to start out with."
"Well-regarded family practice assisting clients with substantial matrimonial disputes and sensitive children proceedings."
"Mark Freedman draws acclaim for his work in high net worth divorce cases, including those involving company structures, family trusts and overseas assets."
"He never gives up. He fights for you to the end and has boundless energy."
Bridget Thompson heads the family team, where client care is the top priority.
Mark Freedman advises high-net-worth clients and knows his stuff.
Highly regarded for his experience as a litigation and mediation expertise, Mark Freedman is tenacious and determined. Clients really feel that he is fighting their corner.
[The Family Law department] handles significant matrimonial finance cases and complex nuptial agreements. Respected for its expertise in cross-border children law matters.
They have a really good, strong team, with the junior elements punching well above their weight. It doesn't matter who you talk to; they are all switched on."
"Mark Freedman receives a lot of instructions from clients based abroad, often relating to complex divorce proceedings. Sources say: “His main strengths are his enthusiastic passion for the job in hand and his total dedication to his clients.”
