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Are winding up petitions an effective tool for recovering money owed or are we just winding you up?
A winding up petition can be one of the most effective ways to recover a debt. In our experience it results in 4 out of 5 debts being paid and...
Contentious insolvency update
The Supreme Court has today ruled that section 21(1)(b) of the Limitation Act 1980 (“LA 1980”)[1] applies to trustees who are company directors, who are to be treated as being in...
Why appoint a professional executor?
Among the many good reasons for appointing a professional executor in your Will, having a complex estate of properties, investments, pensions, businesses or having young children rank amongst the highest....
Theo Knibb
I’m a senior lawyer in our award winning Wills, trusts and probate team, where I help individuals and families plan for the future with confidence and clarity. My work covers...
Tammie Woods
I am a specialist Court of Protection practitioner with over 35 years’ experience of helping families with lasting powers of attorney, enduring powers of attorney, and Court of Protection deputyship...
Susan Glenholme
As managing partner, my role is to inspire the team at Debenhams Ottaway, nurturing our lawyers and business services teams so they feel supported, motivated and appreciated. In putting our...
Stuart Harries
Stuart is a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx). He is a senior associate conveyancer in the residential property team and has over 20 years’ experience in...
Stephanie Jackson
Stephanie is the executive assistant in our practice support team. As our executive assistant, Stephanie provides administrative support primarily to the managing partner, Susan Glenholme and also to the senior...
Simon Tucker
As a Consultant in the property litigation team, Simon handles the full range of property disputes. His many years of experience mean he is sought after for his in depth...
Ruth Boulton
As well as being a partner and head of our highly successful commercial property team, Ruth is recognised by Chambers UK as a leading property lawyer in the region as...
Rachel Hyndman
I help wealthy individuals and families protect what matters most, providing clear, practical advice on Wills, trusts, probate, tax planning and later-life matters. I also lead Debenhams Ottaway’s Court of...
Nigel Drake
Nigel is the head of our residential team and has over 26 years’ experience in residential property work. Nigel specialises in high value property sales and purchases, operating in Hertfordshire...
Nicola Reynolds
Nicola joined Debenhams Ottaway in 2014 as a legal assistant in our private client team. Nicola has worked within the legal profession in family, litigation for over 30 years and has...
Neil Mercer
I’m a partner in the commercial property team, with extensive experience advising clients on the key issues involved in occupying, developing, buying, and selling commercial property. I take pride in...
Natalie Lester
I’m a partner in Debenhams Ottaway’s highly regarded family law team. I’m here to help you with all aspects of family law, including divorce, separation, financial settlements, and child arrangements....
Natalie Clarke
With over 30 years experience working on commercial and residential property transactions, Natalie is known for her calm and approachable manner. As a legal assistant, she works closely with the lawyers...
Michael Kerrigan
Michael is a partner in our employment team and has over 13 years’ experience in employment work. He has a diverse range of experience in advising both employers and employees....
Kat McDonagh
Kat is a Senior lawyer in our property team, based predominantly in our Radlett office. Working with private individuals, companies and charities, Kat has a reputation for providing an efficient...