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Yesterday, our Private Client Partners Nimalee Bastian-Carter TEP and Peter Taylor T.E.P. attended The Association of Lifetime Lawyers – London Regional Group autumn event: Roundtable Conversation – Legal Reform, Financial Insight, and Cross-Professional Perspectives.

The Times Best Law Firms 2026 - A proud moment for Judge & Priestley as we celebrate our first inclusion in this prestigious annual listing.

Read more in The Times “Best Law Firms 2026” publication here: tinyurl.com/4w67c9ar

Last night, the J&P team attended the Above and Beyond Bromley Business Awards 2025 (The ABBBAs) at Oakley House. Although we didn’t take home the award, we were proud to be finalists in the Best Long Standing Business category.

👏 Congratulations to all the well-deserving winners!

Some of our Judge & Priestley team swapped desks for donations last week when they spent the day volunteering at the Demelza Charity shop in Orpington.

You can support Demelza’s amazing work by donating here: www.demelza.org.uk/donate

#WeAreDemelza

The Renters’ Rights Act strengthens tenant protections, housing standards, and accountability in the private rental sector.

See what this means for landlords, tenants, and housing professionals: bit.ly/43rHF5E

For tailored advice, contact our team: 020 8290 0333 | info@judge-priestley.co.uk

This Remembrance Day, we honour the courage and dedication of our service members, past and present. Their sacrifices protect our freedoms and way of life. Let us pause in gratitude for their remarkable service.

#rememberanceday

YouTube video by Judge & Priestley Awaab's Law tips

Social landlords now face new responsibilities under Awaab’s Law. In this #QuickLegalQuestions video, Carol Nakazwe, Solicitor in our Housing Litigation team, shares essential guidance and practical tips for staying compliant.

Watch here: tinyurl.com/5eme2rkp

#HousingLaw #AwaabsLaw #TenantRights

What a fantastic day at Beckenham Business Day 2025, celebrating ideas, connections, and opportunities!

It was a great chance to connect, collaborate, and grow with our local business community.

#BeckenhamBusinessDay #StrongerTogether #BusinessGrowth #Beckenham

Social landlords face new duties under Awaab’s Law. In this #QuickLegalQuestions video, Carol Nakazwe, Solicitor in our Housing Litigation team, explains the key obligations.

Watch here: bit.ly/4nHfira

📄 Read Carol’s article on what’s changing and how landlords can comply: bit.ly/4nHfira

Happy Gurpurab! Today marks a very special day in the Sikh calendar - the birth anniversary of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus.

At Judge & Priestley, we extend our warmest wishes to everyone celebrating.

#Gurpurab #GuruNanakDevJi #DEI

Exciting conversations and fresh talent at the University of Nottingham Careers Fair! Students explored careers in law and beyond, asking great questions and sharing their ambitions. Representing J&P were Isabel Elliott, Adedoyin Adesanya-Shine, and Nita Newsome.

#UniversityofNottingham

A wonderful evening at The Savoy for the Restaurant Association Gala Dinner & Awards 2025.

J&P were proud sponsors, with Managing Partner Steven Taylor presenting the Service Excellence Award.

#RAGala2025 #RAGalaDinner

This November, our Managing Partner Steve Taylor is growing his moustache to raise awareness for men’s health and suicide prevention. Movember has funded over 1,250 projects worldwide, transforming how men access support.

We’re proud to support Steve. Please donate here: bit.ly/49yN3Yg

Judge & Priestley is pleased to welcome two new starters. Alexa Dewar joins us as a solicitor in our London Property team and Daniel Fitzpatrick joins us as a partner in our Housing team.

A warm welcome to both – we’re excited to have you on board!

J&P will be attending the Beckenham Business Day 2025, themed “Stronger Together,” brings local businesses together to connect, collaborate, and grow.

📅 Wednesday, 5 November 2025
🕙 10am – 5pm
📍Azelia Hall, 258 Croydon Road, Beckenham BR3 4DA

🔗 More info: bit.ly/47B5hG9

Honoured to support the Restaurant Association Gala Dinner & Awards at The Savoy, celebrating 58 years of recognising excellence across UK and global hospitality.

As event sponsor, we will be represented on stage by our Managing Partner, Steven Taylor, who will present the Service Excellence Award.

J&P’s Bromley office turned into a food festival on 29 Oct to wrap up Black History Month. Afro-Caribbean dishes, and healthy competition—especially over Which jollof is best?
🏆 Catherine Feludu
🥈 Rachel Addai & Angel Asare-Owusu
🥉 Fariha Shams
🍽️ Oxtail, curry chicken & puff puff featured too.

Stepping out of her comfort zone… and into -35°C! Eloise Foley, Senior Assistant in our People and Culture team, will be taking on the Arctic Challenge this January in support of the National Literacy Trust. 👉 tinyurl.com/mvs8dyt9

#NationalLiteracyTrust #CSR #Charity #ArcticChallenge

This London Poppy Day, over 1,000 serving personnel from the Royal Navy, British Army, and RAF will be collecting donations across 70 stations and offices throughout London.

Let’s come together to show our gratitude and ensure no one who has served is ever forgotten.

YouTube video by Judge & Priestley How do I acquire right of way?

"Right of way" refers to the legal right to pass through property owned by another person. In this #QuickLegalQuestions video, Fariha Shams, Associate Solicitor in our Litigation team, breaks down the key steps and legal considerations for obtaining this property right. youtu.be/kEGw7wg6P3Y?...

Another look at last week’s Long Service Celebration Lunch: we’re inspired by the commitment and dedication of our colleagues. Together, those being celebrated represent 260 years of combined service — a remarkable milestone that reminds us how every individual contributes to J&P’s journey.

The Felix Project is London’s largest food redistribution charity. They rescue high quality, surplus food that would otherwise go to waste and redistribute it. Well done to Sarah Rochester, Trainee Solicitor at J&P Credit Solutions Litigation team, who volunteered with them yesterday in Crowborough.

We’re gearing up for the J&P CSR Committee’s December Raffle in support of two brilliant causes: Demelza and CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably). Can you give us a hand?

AI tools like ChatGPT are increasingly being used in litigation — not just by lawyers, but also by litigants in person. Angel Asare-Owusu, CS Litigation Paralegal, explores how AI is shaping the landscape, its benefits and risks, and why human judgment remains irreplaceable. ➡️ bit.ly/3LaZRtS

J&P has been named a finalist in the Best Long Standing Business category at the Above and Beyond Bromley Business Awards 2025.

These awards celebrate businesses and individuals who truly go above and beyond for their customers, community, and industry.

260 years of commitment in one room. This week’s Long Service Celebration Lunch honoured colleagues marking milestones from 5 to 36 years with J&P. Hosted by Steve Taylor (Managing Partner) and Mark Oakley (Partner & Head of Property Litigation), the afternoon was a moment to pause and say thank you

Excitement filled the room at the Warrick University Law Fair yesterday, and Judge & Priestley were proud to be part of it!

The event brought together leading firms and aspiring legal professionals, offering valuable opportunities to connect and share insights.

#UniversityofWarwick

Maria Conesa González, Partner in our Family Team at Judge & Priestley, has been ranked Band 4 in the Chambers and Partners 2026 guide for her expertise in children-related matters and cross-border disputes.

Read more in our full press release here: tinyurl.com/yfn5bysw

#ChambersAndPartners2026

What is Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead)? 💀🌼

In this video, Daniel Lazo, Digital Marketing Manager at Judge & Priestley, explains the meaning and traditions behind Mexico’s Day of the Dead.

Filmed at Mestizo Mexican Restaurant in Camden.

Watch here: tinyurl.com/34dcnj3a

#DEI #DayoftheDead

Nitika Singh, Head of our Housing Management team, has been ranked Band 2 in the Chambers and Partners 2026 Guide.

A huge thank you to our clients for their continued trust and feedback, which helped make this recognition possible.

Read more in our full press release here: tinyurl.com/yfn5bysw