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1-3 Ock Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AL

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1-3 Ock Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AL

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Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
15% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
16% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
18% above
national average
Communication 4.9/5
Initial Impressions 4.9/5
Approachability 4.9/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.9/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
Value for money 4.9/5

Accreditations

Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP
Trading names:
BH&O LLP

Description

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.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.

Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
15% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
16% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
18% above
national average
Communication 4.9/5
Initial Impressions 4.9/5
Approachability 4.9/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.9/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
Value for money 4.9/5

Accreditations

Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP
Trading names:
BH&O LLP

Description

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.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.

Meet the team of Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP

Meet the team of Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP

Contact & Locations - Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP

Opening hours

Monday 09:00–17:30
Tuesday 09:00–17:30
Wednesday 09:00–17:30
Thursday 09:00–17:30
Friday 09:00–17:30
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

1-3 Ock Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AL

Reviews

4.9 /5 120 Reviews
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What clients say about Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP

The firm specialises in family law—child access, adoption, care proceedings and divorce—demonstrating deep legal knowledge and strong courtroom experience, including work through the High Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court. Clients praise thorough preparation, clear guidance on process, and effective case strategy that secured favourable outcomes. Valued soft skills include compassion, empathy, patience, honesty, calm reassurance and active listening. Clients also highlight reliability, responsiveness, personalised support and integrity, noting the team’s dedication and tireless advocacy during highly emotional and stressful situations.

compassionate support
highly knowledgeable
clear guidance
reassuring communication
reliable service
strong preparation
successful outcomes
empathetic approach
tireless dedication
personalised attention

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Family Court

Emotions are high when other people are slippery and dont always say whats true. BHO /Ruth pulled me back and made sure I kept to facts and stayed on course to whats needed to be heard in court.

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Child Law

Family matters

Helped me navigate through the process of gaining access to my son. Shared care result achieved.

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Divorce Proceedings

Overall, I was satisfied with the service provided during my divorce proceedings. My solicitor was kind, professional, and much better to speak with over the phone, where things felt more personal and reassuring. At times, communication could have been clearer, particularly around the different stages of the process and what to expect next. I also found the costs significantly high, which added a great deal of additional stress during an already difficult time. That said, I did appreciate the support shown throughout, and I’m grateful for the help I received.

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brilliant solicitor

emily is a top solicitor very exact and was very helpful would definitely recommend to anyone

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Thank you for your lovely review. We are very pleased that you found Emily helpful and we wish you well in the future.

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Family Law

Great support following a data breach

Our experience of working with Emily and her team was fabulous. It was a highly anxious time for us and having Emily’s empathetic approach, understanding and experience was invaluable to us and it took so much of the pressure away. Emily was open and honest and we felt really supported and confident with the advice we received.

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Nisha

Family Law

Nisha

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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Thank you for taking the time to write your review. We are pleased that you found Ruth and Sophie so helpful. We appreciate your feedback and wish you all the best.

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Stephanie Henwood

Stephanie

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.

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Lindsay

Family Law

Lindsay

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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grzegorz

Family Law

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Great

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Lesley

Family Law

Lesley

Helen Bishop acted for me during my divorce and was excellent. She was sensible and practical, stepping in only as and when required.

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Reviews

4.9 /5 125 Reviews
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What clients say about Boardman, Hawkins & Osborne LLP

The firm specialises in family law—child access, adoption, care proceedings and divorce—demonstrating deep legal knowledge and strong courtroom experience, including work through the High Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court. Clients praise thorough preparation, clear guidance on process, and effective case strategy that secured favourable outcomes. Valued soft skills include compassion, empathy, patience, honesty, calm reassurance and active listening. Clients also highlight reliability, responsiveness, personalised support and integrity, noting the team’s dedication and tireless advocacy during highly emotional and stressful situations.

compassionate support
highly knowledgeable
clear guidance
reassuring communication
reliable service
strong preparation
successful outcomes
empathetic approach
tireless dedication
personalised attention

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Anonymous

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Family Court

Emotions are high when other people are slippery and dont always say whats true. BHO /Ruth pulled me back and made sure I kept to facts and stayed on course to whats needed to be heard in court.

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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for BH&O and Ruth. We wish you well for the future.

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Child Law

Family matters

Helped me navigate through the process of gaining access to my son. Shared care result achieved.

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Excellent

Really good service and helped me throughout my case really reliable

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Divorce Proceedings

Overall, I was satisfied with the service provided during my divorce proceedings. My solicitor was kind, professional, and much better to speak with over the phone, where things felt more personal and reassuring. At times, communication could have been clearer, particularly around the different stages of the process and what to expect next. I also found the costs significantly high, which added a great deal of additional stress during an already difficult time. That said, I did appreciate the support shown throughout, and I’m grateful for the help I received.

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gemma

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brilliant solicitor

emily is a top solicitor very exact and was very helpful would definitely recommend to anyone

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Thank you for your lovely review. We are very pleased that you found Emily helpful and we wish you well in the future.

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Nisha

Family Law

Nisha

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

A representative from Boardman Hawkins & Osborne LLP responded to this review

Thank you for taking the time to write your review. We are pleased that you found Ruth and Sophie so helpful. We appreciate your feedback and wish you all the best.

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Stephanie Henwood

Stephanie

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.

0
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Lindsay

Family Law

Lindsay

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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grzegorz

Family Law

grzegorz

Great

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Liz

Liz

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.

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A representative from Boardman Hawkins & Osborne LLP responded to this review

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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