Our Services

We represent individuals, sole traders, partnerships, companies, and other organisations and have quickly built up a solid reputation of providing our clients with first rate professional legal services.

Employment Law

Our employment solicitors provide employers and employees from all industries with competent legal advice and support regarding every aspect of employment.
Our service is personal, friendly and professional. We will work hard to obtain the best possible outcome for you whilst protecting your interests and reputation.
We can advise you regarding contracts of employment, consultancy, compromise agreements and restrictive covenants. We can also advise you on any employment issues that may be, such as discrimination, working time regulations, redundancy, dismissal, breach of contract, maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

We will help you to pursue or defend claims and, if necessary, represent you at the Employment Tribunal.
OJN Solicitors provides practical and commercial advice to assist you in achieving these aims.


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  • Representation at all Tribunals and all Courts
  • Unfair Dismissals
  • Compromise Agreements
  • Equal pay claims
  • Drafting and advising on Contracts of Employment
  • Establishing share option schemes and other employee benefit schemes
  • Disciplinary and Grievance procedures
  • Review and/or preparation of Employee Handbooks
  • Post termination restrictive covenants
  • Family Friendly' policies such as maternity and paternity leave, parental leave and flexible working
  • TUPE regulations and the impact on business transfers
  • Termination of employment, including disciplinary hearings and redundancy
  • Discrimination on the grounds of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation and religion or belief
  • Drafting and/or advising on equal opportunities policies

Family Law

Our family law solicitors understand that problems involving relationship breakdowns, separation or divorce, or disputes concerning your children can be extremely worrying and stressful times.

We take a compassionate and down-to-earth approach to resolving your problems. In situations like this you will need solicitors who have detailed legal knowledge and experience in family law.New Paragraph
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At OJN Solicitors, we will provide you with competent legal advice to get the best outcome for you. Our Family Law department combines relevant experience and expertise in the law with a firm commitment to reduce the anxiety and stress caused to you and your family.
In urgent cases, we can act immediately to secure injunctions and safeguard your rights.

  • Married/unmarried partner
  • Contact/residence orders
  • Same sex relationships
  • Domestic violence
  • Divorce
  • Injunction Applications
  • Separations
  • Property disputes
  • Ancillary Relief
  • Pension provision
  • Maintenance
  • Out-of-court settlements
  • Financial settlements
  • Parental rights/responsibilities

Immigration

If you need help with your immigration matters, our qualified immigration solicitors will be happy to advise you on the options available to  you under all categories of the Immigration Rules and give a frank, honest assessment on the potential of your case.
We offer both businesses and individuals effective and client-focused advice in all business and personal immigration matters. 
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Criminal Defence

Our criminal solicitors provide competent, efficient legal advice regarding your defence and are able to offer effective representation in all criminal courts.
We are able to provide this service throughout the UK. We are able to offer rigorous representation for the defence of cases at the police station or which are tried before the Magistrate's or Crown Court.

We can offer advice in relation to Recovery of Defence Costs Orders, Orders for Prosecution Costs and Confiscation Proceedings.
We can act as Solicitor Advocates or instruct independent Barristers to act in cases.


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Some types of work we undertake:

  • Benefits Fraud
  • Conspiracy to steal or defraud
  • Theft from an Employer or public body
  • Shop Lifting
  • Importation/ possession/ supply of drugs
  • Money Laundering
  • Murder
  • Manslaughter
  • Kidnapping
  • Possession of weapons/firearms
  • Robbery
  • Burglary
  • Public Order Offences
  • Death by Dangerous driving
  • Serious sexual offences
  • Internet Crime
  • People Smuggling
  • Criminal Appeals

Road Traffic Law

At OJN Solicitors, we are committed to keeping drivers on the road. We believe that no person should run the risk of losing their driver’s licence because they lack the legal knowledge or technical skill to defend themselves. 
Our solicitors offer specialist legal advice and assistance in all ranges of motoring or driving offences including representation in court.

We can help you avoid penalty points or disqualification and help you keep your driving licence.

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We always investigate the facts of each case thoroughly to determine if an offence has actually been committed. However, in situations where it is clear that an offence HAS been committed, we always strive to ensure that we enter strong mitigation to reduce the severity of the sentence from the Court. This includes making Exceptional Hardship applications or advancing Special Reasons to help you keep your licence.

We also offer affordable, clear FIXED -FEES for your ease of mind.

We have the expertise to defend our clients in all types of motoring offences, including:

 
  • Drink Driving
  • Drug Driving
  • Failing/ Refusing to provide a breath specimen
  • Speeding
  • Driving without Due Care
  • Use of a mobile phone whilst driving
  • Driving without Insurance
  • Tacograph offences
  • Failing to furnish identity of Driver/Section172 notices
  • Driving whilst disqualified
  • 'Totting up'

Civil Litigation

We have good quality legal experience representing clients as either claimants or defendants in a wide range of County Court and High Court matters.
We focus first on resolution (except where urgent action is required) but where commercially appropriate we have no hesitation in resorting to litigation to achieve the client's objective.

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However, we are committed to finding alternatives to avoid unnecessary and costly litigation by facilitating open and frank communication with the other party. This may involve cost-effective alternatives such as mediation or assisted communication sessions.

We offer a prompt, efficient and practical service and have the flexibility to adapt to the particular needs of each individual client. We represent companies, partnerships, sole traders and other organisations.

Our Services Include:

  • Property Disputes - neighbour disputes, boundary disputes, building disputes
  • Contracts - breach of contract, purchase of goods and services, general or more complex commercial transactions
  • Consumer Law - faulty goods, vehicles, builders, electricians, plumbers, patios & driveways, car finance disputes
  • Debt Recovery - we aim to recover our clients debts as quickly as possible with the highest payable interest rates
  • Professional Negligence - if you have suffered loss due to negligent service you have received from a professional (eg. accountant, lawyer, surveyor) we can assess and advise you on the merits of your claim and any remedies that may be available.
  • OJN Solicitors can offer a free assessment of the chances of success of your litigation but if there is a complex point of law, we may require counsel's opinion to assess the merits of your case. There is a fee of £500 + VAT for the barrister.

Actions Against the Police

Know your rights...

Actions against the Police are civil claims for compensation following police misconduct.

They are instigated in the civil courts and, if successful, could result in compensation and legal costs being paid by those responsible to the injured party.


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After taking your instructions, we can provide straight forward advice as to whether you may or may not be entitled to compensation and assist you in making an informed decision as to the best way to deal with your matter.

We can help you with any potential claims you may have against the police and also others for example shop security staff, prison officers, court or government security officers amongst others.

Possible Claims:

  • False or wrongful arrest
  • Police Brutality/ police assault
  • False imprisonment of unlawful detention
  • Malicious prosecution
  • Negligence
  • Misfeasance in public Office
  • Trespass to property or goods
  • Breach of the Human Rights Act 1988
  • Unlawful stop and search
  • Racial discrimination
If you have been detained, then your detention must be justified by the immigration officers at the time of your detention. A failure to lawfully justify detention or a failure to correctly review your detention quickly may result in the detention being unlawful.

In certain circumstances, it may be possible to seek damages from the Home Office for unlawful detention.

OJN Solicitors are experts at dealing with these claims and can assist on a ‘no win no fee‘ basis where possible.

Housing Law

Our Housing solicitors provide good quality legal advice and assistance in housing matters.

Whatever situation you are facing, whether you have a problem with a local authority, housing association or even private landlord, our team of experienced solicitors can advise you in relation to your legal position and the remedies that may be available to you.


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Alternatively, you may be a landlord who needs legal advice regarding the proposed eviction of a tenant or the defence of proceedings brought against you by a tenant.

If you are facing court proceedings, our solicitors can help you prepare your case or defence and then represent you at the court hearing. We have a clear understanding and practical knowledge of UK housing law.

Some of the areas we can offer advice and assistance on are:
  • Housing Disrepair
  • Eviction/ Possession including Mortgage Possession
  • Harassment and or unlawful eviction
  • Rights to Succession
  • Squatters rights/adverse possession
  • Injunctions
  • Judicial reviews of housing policies
  • Reviews/ Appeals
  • Service Charge disputes
  • Unfair termed contracts
  • Landlords Rights
  • Tenants' Rights
  • Anti - Social Behaviour

Property Law

At OJN Solicitors we offer advice and assistance on all arrears of commercial property law in the UK. Our commercial property team are specialists in Commercial Property law and we aim to offer you expert advice and assistance in all property matters.


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Property and land ownership are important assets for any business or individual. Whether your business is expanding, restructuring or managing its existing assets, OJN Solicitors have the required expertise and experience to assist.

Our commercial property team is renowned for its quality professional advice, covering a full range of property issues.

Our property law Solicitors are available between 9:30am-5:30pm Mondays & Fridays.
  • Commercial lettings
  • Commercial leases/renewals/rent reviews
  • Terminations and rent recovery
  • Sale and Purchase of a business

Entertainment Law

At OJN Solicitors, we advise and assist established writers, musical artists, publishers and record companies in the various entertainment industries.

We can offer expert advice and assistance in all aspects of the music industry including recording, publishing, distribution, artist management, live performances, sponsorship and merchandising.


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We also act on behalf of clients who have not yet broken into the music/entertainment industries and are seeking to establish themselves.

We can advise and assist you in the following areas:
  • Artist Contracts
  • Artist Management
  • Concert Booking & Performance contracts
  • Contract Explanations
  • Contract Packages
  • E-Books
  • Music Video, Film and TC Contracts
  • Music Publishing Contracts
  • Producer & Studio Contracts
  • Record Label & Distributon Contracts

Conveyancing

Our quotes are clear and concise plus we offer a fast and professional service from the outset to completion. We deal with all issues relating to the sale and purchase of land and property. We also deal with rental agreements and domestic and commercial leases.

Fee Guidlines

Price Range:

£750 plus £150 VAT 

Prices vary along with client requirements.


On average our legal fees for a house sale at OJN Solicitors range from £750 plus £150 VAT  for a simple transaction to £2,500 plus £500 VAT for a more complicated transaction.


We can also charge for the following as additional legal fees: ID verification £12 plus £2.40 VAT per name, File administration Fee £50 plus £10 VAT.


Our legal fees for a typical house purchase at an average house price * range from £855 plus £171 VAT (at 20%) for a simple transaction to £2,575 plus £515 VAT (at 20%) for a more complicated transaction such as, a new build shared ownership property.


We will also charge for the following as additional legal fees: SDLT application £75 plus £15 VAT (at 20%), Land Registry e-lodgement fee £25 plus £5 VAT (at 20%), Archive fee £29 plus £5.80 VAT (at 20%), ID verification £12 plus £2.40 VAT (at 20%) per name, Lawyer check £10 plus £2 VAT (at 20%), Telegraphic Transfer £45 plus £9 VAT (at 20%) for transfer of money to the seller’s conveyancer’, File Set up Fee £50 plus £10 VAT (at 20%)

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Additional Fees :


The following examples of additional fees is based on indiviual requirements only.


 

 Mortgage Administration Fee £90 plus £18 VAT 

Telegraphic Transfer Fee £40 plus £8 VAT

Redemption of charges Fee £75 plus £15 VAT (for each individual charge)

The examples given above are examples however a higher or lower charge may apply.


 

We will charge the rate of VAT current at the time of providing you with an estimate.



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Disbursements:

We will request payment of disbursements in advance, and fees and any duties must be paid on or before completion.


We will pay out several sums on your behalf, and these will be added to your account.


The cost of disbursements does vary. Sometimes not all are required, and sometimes additional ones are required.


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Bank Transfer (per item)

Local Search

HMLR Document, search fees

HMLR registration fees (see below)

Environmental Search


Purchase 

Approximate cost

£30.00

£110.00-£140.00

£8.00

£40.00 (average £150.00)

from £35.00


Sale 


£30.00


£8.00

Stamp Duty Land Tax:

On a purchase, you must complete an SDLT self assessment form and pay the tax. It is payable at 2% above £125,000, 5% above £250,000, 10% above £925,00 and 12% above £1.5M.


*NOTE - First time buyers purchasing their first home for £300,000 or less will pay no SDLT. Where the purchase price is over £300,000 but does not exceed £500,000 they will pay 5% on the amount above £300,000. 


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What happens?

There are essentially four stages that are involved in the sale or purchase of land and property on behalf of a client.


The first stage is pre-contract enquiries, the second is exchange of contracts, the third is 'completion' and the fourth is 'post completion' :-


Pre- Contract Enquires:- Having agreed a price for the property, the buyer and seller will thereafter instruct solicitors to act on their behalf. The buyers solicitor will begin an investigation into the land or property which may include valuations and will include relevant searches in the records of various authorities.


Exchange of Contracts: - Once these procedures are complete and the buyers solicitor is satisfied with the enquiries made about the property then contracts will be exchanged with a 10% deposit usually being paid by the buyer, following which both buyer and seller are legally bound to complete the contract of sale. exchange of contracts


Completion: - After further investigations and after the remaining documentation has been dealt with the balance purchase money will be paid to the seller. At this stage the transaction is completed and the new owner of the property or land can assume the legal 'rights of ownership'.


Post Completion: -Thereafter all that remains to be done 'post completion' is for the solicitor to deal with the final aspects of registration of the new owners interest in the land or property.

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