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Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP is a niche family practice established in 2018. The three founding partners, Emily Boardman, Ruth Hawkins and Irena Osborne, all hold national reputations for their areas of specialism. The firm offers legal advice and representation in areas such as divorce, financial arrangement, child arrangements, adoption, child non-accidental injury, kindship care, domestic abuse and abduction. They also have a growing mediation practice, with a team of 3 mediators who are also practising solicitors. Read more...
Also known as - BH&O LLP
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Client Reviews
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Rebecca Horne
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This firm really really helped me with my case. Always honest with me and always gave honest opinions which helped me alot
Always there when I needed to ask something or any help and adivce
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Matter Type:
Divorce
Ms C. Evans
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Since taking over my case from another solicitor at BH&O on 6th August 2023, Helen Bishop has dealt with my case is a very competent, professional and timely manner. I have always felt very much supported and well advised. I felt in safe hands at such a difficult and stressful time in my life.
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Elle
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I have recently had Ruth Hawkins helping me on a case with my children. She was excellent from start to finish. My case involved the local authorities, Ruth was quick to be on their case whenever they slacked. Her assistant Sophie was also excellent, she kept me up to date on anything needed if Ruth was around or in office. I struggle to understand some things, Ruth and Sophie made sure things were simplified for me. I would highly recommend using BH&O. I am in fact using them again now for help against the LA not sticking to their plans. I could not thank them enough.
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Elle
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I have recently had Ruth Hawkins helping me on a case with my children. She was excellent from start to finish. My case involved the local authorities, Ruth was quick to be on their case whenever they slacked. Her assistant Sophie was also excellent, she kept me up to date on anything needed if Ruth was around or in office. I struggle to understand some things, Ruth and Sophie made sure things were simplified for me. I would highly recommend using BH&O. I am in fact using them again now for help against the LA not sticking to their plans. I could not thank them enough.
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Matter Type:
Family law
Anonymous
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Irena and the team have been looking after my child and I for 3.5 years. The stress and process at times has been immensely painful but from the moment I discovered BH&O Legal my hand has been held. Irena has supported me through an incredibly difficult time and I have felt like she has been on this journey with us, standing by my side. Going over and above at times to respond or resolve queries I had, Irena has an incredible way of empowering me to form a decision for myself which is something I have always struggled with, whilst also guiding and advising where necessary within the limitations of her specialism. The team have all also been very attentive and helpful. They have always made sure I felt safe and supported. Thank you.
A representative from Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP responded to this review on 20 March, 2025:
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review of Irena and Kerri - we are so pleased that you found them to be supportive and attentive. We wish you all the best. BH&O
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Howard Cannon
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I would like to thank Amanda for the work that she has done in my case very professional and very helpful.
A representative from Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP responded to this review on 20 March, 2025:
Thank you so much for your kind review of working with Amanda, it is much appreciated. Best wishes for the future, BH&O
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Matter Type:
Children
Tamara
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From day one my solicitor's approach and advice regarding my situation was always in my best interests and my son. I cannot find anything that was not Efficient when it came to providing feedback or on our schedule meetings. She worked with my available timings and provided the support I needed for my case.
A representative from Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP responded to this review on 20 March, 2025:
Thank you so much for your kind review of working with Irena, we appreciate your feedback and are pleased that your experience of working with her was positive. Wishing you the best for the future, BH&O
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Matter Type:
Child Custody
Scott Crawford
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Bh&o are amzing company with very helpful and professional employees that have made my journey successful for me and my children. I would like to thank all the staff at bh&o and a very special thank you to Irena Osborne
A representative from Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP responded to this review on 10 March, 2025:
Thank you so much for your kind review Scott, we are so pleased that the outcome of your case was successful. Wishing you all the best, BH&O
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Matter Type:
Adoption, Surrogacy, Care and Special Guardianship
Shay
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We had a complicated and very prolonged adoption case that Emily helped us get through with a positive outcome. I don't think we could have done it without her. She was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and to the point. From the first time we spoke to her we knew she was the right person for us. She was thorough and listened to everything we had to say and her answers were always thought out. She kept us fully aware of everything she was doing and we never felt like we were wasting her time or ours. I wouldn't hesitate to use her again and would highly recommend her to anyone needing a solicitor to do with adoptions.
A representative from Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP responded to this review on 21 February, 2025:
Thank you so much for your kind review - we are thrilled that you found Emily to not only be knowledgeable as a professional, but also to be a support during this time and that you would happily recommend her. We wish you all the best Kind regards BH&O
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Peter Gatehouse
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Thanks to Simone for listening to the situation, writing to all parties, clearly and without delay and faultless communication as needed. I clicked all of the boxes below this as pretty well all of them apply and sorry I'm short of time to analyse all aspects in detail!
A representative from Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP responded to this review on 21 February, 2025:
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave Simone a review - we are thrilled that you found that so many of the automated options apply to BH&O! We wish you all the best for the future. Kind regards Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne
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Nisha
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Just wanted to say a big thank you to Irene Kerry and all the other team members for helping me with my child arrangements case. They were super supportive throughout the whole process, always kept me updated, and made things a lot less stressful. Thanks to them, I got the outcome I was hoping for. Really appreciate all your hard work - Would definitely recommend them to anyone dealing with a similar situation.
Regards,
Nisha Paul
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Family law
Lindsay
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There's something very warm Karen Newman at Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne. I have known Karen for several years via a networking business relationship. We value her for kind & empathetic nature, but also for her extensive knowledge and expertise in her field. My business dealings with Ruth and other people at BHO have also been very professional. Highly recommended.
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Family law
grzegorz
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Great
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Liz
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I have known Karen Newman for several months now through networking locally and I find her extremely warm, friendly and approachable and have no doubt as to her ability, both in support of and commitment to, her clients.
A representative from Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP responded to this review on 01 December, 2022:
Thank you for the kind review. We are glad to have been able to help. At Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne we pride ourselves on the service we provide to our clients for all issues that require legal support
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Family law
Lesley
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Helen Bishop acted for me during my divorce and was excellent. She was sensible and practical, stepping in only as and when required.
A representative from Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP responded to this review on 01 December, 2022:
Thank you for the kind review. We are glad to have been able to help. At Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne we pride ourselves on the service we provide to our clients for all issues that require legal support
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The partners and consultants all have established reputations for particular specialisms and they all appear in both Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500. Our ethos is based in a strong commitment to support individuals in some of the most difficult circumstances of their lives: divorce and separation; disputes over children; involvement with social services and domestic abuse. Each of our clients has their own needs and we tailor our legal advice and packages to each situation. Some clients want to do everything themselves, except appear in court; while some want a full service and representation throughout their process. We offer competitive private rates, fixed fees where appropriate and legal aid for eligible cases and clients.
Family Law
