Particularly noted for its strong presence in the technology and digital business sector, Osborne Clarke LLP‘s expertise extends to restructuring, redundancies and data privacy issues, with a notable aptitude in cross-border matters. Steering the practice is Danielle Kingdon, who assists clients with a diverse variety of issues, extending from strategic advice through to litigation. Emma Ladley works with tech businesses on employment and HR issues, as well as the employment elements of corporate transactions.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team at Osborne Clarke are highly knowledgeable and give practical advice in a way that allows us to reach a decision really quickly. The team's availability is also a huge plus point.'

  • ‘The team's knowledge levels and ability to give excellent advice is a standout.'

  • ‘The team is always friendly and responsive. I enjoy working with them.’

  • ‘I mainly work with Danielle Kingdon. I find her to be knowledgeable, responsive and friendly. I enjoy working with Danielle and value her advice and counsel.’

  • 'They are always pragmatic and timely with respect to their advice. They have collaborated with us on numerous matters, provided us with budgets and keep to them.’

  • ‘They have excellent legal skills, they have a constructive, service minded nature, and they understand the business and market.’

  • ‘I have had the pleasure to work with Danielle Kingdon, who is a really good lawyer; she is responsive and delivers hands-on advice. She is particularly outstanding when it comes to the legal analysis in combination with practical/hands-on advice and which course of action is preferable with an account of relevant risks/benefits.’

  • ‘Knowledgeable and pragmatic.’

Key clients

  • Dalata Hotel Group plc

Work highlights

  • Advised Dalata Hotel Group plc on the employment aspects of a £50m hotel acquisition as lawyers for the purchaser.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Danielle Kingdon

Other key lawyers

Emma Ladley