Renter’s Rights Act 2025: What landlords need to know now
The much heralded Renters’ Rights Act 2025 will be the biggest change in the law between landlords and tenants of residential property since the Housing Act 1988. It received Royal...
Clarifying the good arguable case test in freezing injunctions: Isabel dos Santos v Unitel
The judgment handed down by the Court of Appeal in Isabel dos Santos v Unitel [2024] EWCA Civ 1109 provides significant clarification on the test for obtaining a freezing injunction....
Maddie Evans
I am a trainee solicitor currently working in the Family team. Expertise Having graduated from the University of Warwick with a BASc in Psychology and Global Sustainable Development in 2022,...
Thulasi Easwarakumar
I am a trainee solicitor, currently supporting the Wills, Trusts, Inheritance & Probate team. I am dedicated to providing a high standard of client service while maintaining a friendly and...
Death of the shareholder rule: Jardine Strategic Holdings Ltd & another v Oasis Investments II Master Fund Ltd & 80 others (No. 2) [2025] UKPC 34
“Can a company assert privilege over its legal advice against a shareholder only where litigation privilege is established, or from the time that the interests of the company and shareholder...
Navigating capacity with confidence: Upcoming deputyship workshops
Following our recent recognition as finalists at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2025, Debenhams Ottaway’s Court of Protection team is proud to host two expert-led events designed to demystify...
Debenhams Ottaway celebrates legal excellence in Chambers UK 2026
Hot on the heels of our top-tier Legal 500 rankings earlier this month, Debenhams Ottaway has once again earned national recognition, this time from Chambers UK 2026. With six teams...
Another success for our litigation team – Abbotsley Ltd & Vivien Saunders v Pheasantland Ltd & Others
The dispute resolution team at Debenhams Ottaway, together with counsel Richard Bottomley of Maitland Chambers, acted for Pheasantland Ltd, the successful first defendant in this claim. The High Court has...
Legal 500 2026: Debenhams Ottaway cemented as a trusted adviser to businesses
Debenhams Ottaway has achieved tier 1 status in four practice areas in the 2026 Legal 500 rankings. The corporate and commercial and commercial property teams join the family law and...
How to prepare for your first family mediation session
Family mediation can be a positive step towards resolving conflicts and finding workable solutions that benefit everyone involved. If you’ve never been to mediation before, it’s natural to feel a...
Debenhams Ottaway’s Employment Law Round Up September 2025
Click the links below to read more about some upcoming changes in employment law next month: Government u-turn on re-introducing employment tribunal fees Government responds to Women and Equalities Committee...
Amy Lodge
I’m a case handler in the residential property team. I strive to carry out my work efficiently and with a strong attention to detail. I have been described as reliable, friendly...
Debenhams Ottaway returns to sponsor the VIP Lounge at Pub in the Park St Albans
We’re excited to be back at Pub in the Park St Albans as proud sponsors of the VIP Lounge, set in Verulamium Park from 5-7 September. It’s shaping up to be another unforgettable weekend...
Help! I think my company is insolvent, what may happen next?
Insolvency can be a challenging and stressful situation for any company (and its directors). However, taking prompt action and understanding your options can help protect your business, creditors, stakeholders and...
Debenhams Ottaway’s Employment Law Round Up August 2025
Click the links below to read more about the changes in employment law in August: Government launches “WorkWell” pilot to support 56,000 people with health conditions back into work Impact...
6 reasons why one-to-one initial meetings are crucial before family mediation
When families are going through separation or dealing with conflict, family mediation offers a more constructive, cost-effective, and respectful alternative to going to court or other approaches to resolving disputes....
Business structures: Choosing the right option for you
Starting a business is an exciting challenge —but before you take your first steps, it’s crucial to choose the right trading vehicle. Your decision impacts everything from tax and liability...
Debenhams Ottaway High Net Worth teams praised for ‘responsiveness and technical knowledge’
Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025 rankings recognise Debenhams Ottaway’s Family and Private Wealth teams As well as maintaining top positions for the private wealth team and Susan Glenholme for...
Debenhams Ottaway’s Employment Law Round Up July 2025
Click the links below to read more about the changes in employment law for July 2025: Council liable for race discrimination – Court of Appeal upholds tribunal’s decision EAT: Tribunal...
Leading litigator Juliet Schalker awarded with IWIRC Excellence Award 2025
Debenhams Ottaway is proud to announce that partner and Head of our Dispute Resolution team, Juliet Schalker is the recipient of the 2025 IWIRC (International Women’s Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation)...