At Osborne Clarke LLP, ‘the team is never phased’; the practice is wide-ranging, but is particularly well known for its inquests and inquiries, internal investigations, crisis management and cross-border expertise. Recently, the group has seen a marked increase in building and fire safety work, for which it has also long been highly regarded. Practice head Mary Lawrence is most frequently instructed by notable clients from the media and entertainment sector. The team fields a number of regulatory crime experts, including Matthew Kyle and senior associate Georgia Lythgoe.

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‘The team are really friendly, knowledgeable about our business and really approachable. We sometimes bring up issues that are very production specific and left-field; the team is never phased and offer professional and timely advice.’
‘I work most closely with Mary Lawrence. She is wonderful. Approachable, knowledgeable and professional.’
'Understanding of our context, curiosity and partnership approach.'
'Mary Lawrence has been fantastic to work with and has been a real thought-partner with challenges.'