Anisah Choudhry
I am a trainee solicitor currently working in the residential property team in St Albans. I joined Debenhams Ottaway in November 2023 as a legal assistant, in the commercial property...
Can the court force parties to mediate?
The Court of Appeal has recently confirmed that the courts have authority to compel parties to a dispute that is already issued in court to engage in Alternative Dispute Resolution...
Why it’s important to consider creating an LPA
The cost-of-living crisis and rising inflation prices have left many feeling uncertain about their finances, which is why protecting your family and planning for the future should be one of...
Charlotte Burrow
I joined Debenhams Ottaway in 2023, as the legal assistant in the Court of Protection team and provide a key supporting role to both Tammie Woods and Lucy Hollands. I...
Paulina Kloc
I work as a Legal Assistant in the Wills, trusts and probate team where I assist with the day-to-day administration of estates and trust matters, the drafting of Wills and...
Debenhams Ottaway participates in The Gingerbread Trail 2023
Debenhams Ottaway is delighted to be participating in another festive trail and showing our support for a fun and interactive community event. This year sees the introduction of the Gingerbread...
Debenhams Ottaway focuses on people development with more promotions
From 1 November 2023, Debenhams Ottaway has promoted four lawyers which reinforces its commitment to develop talent within the firm and invest in its people. This follows the promotions of...
More lawyers than ever ranked for Debenhams Ottaway in Chambers UK 2024
The number of Debenhams Ottaway lawyers recognised in Chambers UK 2024 has risen again, firmly establishing it as a trusted adviser to SME’s, owner-managed businesses and entrepreneurs in Hertfordshire, London...
Employment Law Settlement Agreement
Legal advice for employees: Speak to an expert Know your rights as an employee. Get independent advice from our legal experts on your employment law settlement agreement, so you understand...
The Legal 500 UK 2024: Debenhams Ottaway corporate and litigation teams rise up the rankings
Debenhams Ottaway is ranked in nine service areas, two in tier 1 and now five in tier 2 in the latest Legal 500 UK rankings which is the best achievement...
Emma Curtis-Vegh
I am a lawyer working in Debenhams Ottaway’s award-winning Wills, trusts and probate team. I have a warm and friendly approach and go above and beyond to give clients a...
Lucy Hollands
I support and help people, and their families and friends, who potentially have begun or has lost capacity when they have a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place and...
Lorna Wilkinson
I am a senior lawyer working in the commercial property team. The client is always at the heart of what I do. I aim to bring my experience in all...
Nia Miller-Jones
I support individuals and couples going through divorce or separation, guiding them through the practical and emotional challenges that often arise around children, finances and future planning. My work also...
SME businesses: How to manage employees with side hustles
A recent tribunal case found that Halifax Bank of Scotland had unfairly dismissed an employee for promoting her cake-making “side hustle” while on long term sickness leave, awarding her compensation...
Conveyancing: An insight to equity release
For most of us, our home is the most expensive purchase that we will ever make, and the most valuable asset we will ever own. Most of its value remains...
5 top tips for divorcing parents to help them protect children
Inevitably, getting a divorce means changes to the family routine, home and dynamics. However, adopting a healthy approach can help prevent unnecessary upset and stress. Parents considering a divorce need...
Creditor’s windfall : can a foreign judgment that can’t be enforced locally be enforced in England?
The latest judgment in Invest Bank P.S.C v El-Husseini [2023] EWHC 2302 (Comm), in which Debenhams Ottaway LLP represented the 6th Defendant (D6), grapples with 4 areas of novel law:...
Julie Potter
I am a legal assistant in the Wills, Trust and Probate Team based in St Albans assisting in Estate Administration, Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Trust Matters. I take...
National minimum wage: where employers can fall down
Last month, the government’s ‘Naming Scheme’ publicly shamed some high-profile employers including WH Smith, Marks and Spencer and Argos for failing to comply with national minimum wage (NMW) legislation. The...