Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP > Holland-on-Sea, England > Firm Profile
Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP Offices
104-106 Kings Avenue
Essex
CO15 5EP
England
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Private client > Family: Essex Tier 1
Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP is a key practice in the South East for the full range of family law advice, spanning national and international divorce and finance work, cohabitation and nuptial agreements, and private law children issues. Simon Osborn and Charlotte Knappett lead the practice; Osborn is a family arbitrator and collaborative family law specialist, while Knappett is a specialist in domestic abuse-related mandates. Rachel Earnshaw is also recommended for public children law cases.Practice head(s):
Simon Osborn; Charlotte Knappett
Other key lawyers:
Richard Busby; Andrew Brown; Rachel Earnshaw
Testimonials
‘Simon Osborn was excellent at explaining the law behind dividing matrimonial assets and cut through all the legal jargon which can often be intimidating for those not accustomed to it. His advice and recommendations were invaluable in enabling me to ensure I maintained a strong position.’
‘Charlotte Knappett has been representing me from day 1 and I couldn’t recommend her enough. Her attention to detail and impeccable knowledge on everything has helped me come out with exactly what I’ve wanted.’
‘Strong team all round, knowledgeable, go the extra mile, very professional.’
‘The empathetic nature of the partner I dealt with was exceptional (Charlotte Knappett). I felt she was on my side from the beginning and offered me advice in a very transparent way, detailing the possible options and outcomes in my divorce case.’
‘I worked with Charlotte Knappett who was always kind, compassionate and thoughtful. I felt very much that she cared about my wellbeing and how different stages of my case would affect me.’
Work highlights
Dispute resolution > Commercial litigation: Essex Tier 2
Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP operates across the full spectrum of commercial disputes, exhibiting vast experience in handling matters for clients within the medical, care home and dental industries. In April 2024, Rhian Lowe assumed leadership of the team from Tony Fisher, who frequently acts in partnership and shareholder disputes, and is well-regarded for his knowledge of charity and education law. Lowe is an expert in the full range of insurance disputes, excelling in medical negligence and personal injury matters. Aaron Pottle left the firm in September 2023.Practice head(s):
Rhian Lowe
Other key lawyers:
Tony Fisher; Joe Sandercock; Billy Smith
Work highlights
Employment > Immigration Tier 3
Insurance > Personal injury: claimant Tier 3
At Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP, the personal injury practice, which sits within the firm's dispute resolution group, is led by Rhian Lowe in Chelmsford. Lowe took over as head of the department in April 2024, and excels across a varied spectrum of personal injury work including road traffic accident claims, accidents at work and fatal accident claims.Practice head(s):
Rhian Lowe
Private client > Personal tax, trusts and probate: Essex Tier 3
Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP’s wills, life planning and probate practice is jointly led by Tony Fisher,  Gregory John, Gina Fairweather, and James Bird following the retirement of Andrea Godfrey and Susanne Grimwade, and the departure of Sarah Rankin in March 2024. Fairweather and Bird are well versed in powers of attorney and estate administration matters, while John routinely handles mandates involving assets abroad and estate administration for non-domiciled residents. Bird and John were both promoted to partner in March 2024, and Thara Thangavel joined from Kerseys Solicitors LLP in December 2023, contributing her expertise in inheritance tax and trusts.Practice head(s):
Anthony Fisher; Gregory John; Gina Fairweather; James Bird
Other key lawyers:
Karen Goulding; Thara Thangavel