Victoria Raven

Trainee Legal Executive

Victoria is a trainee Legal Executive (GCILEx) in the Litigation Department, assisting Rachel Stewart with a wide variety of civil and commercial litigation, and Andrew Turner with a range of property disputes. She is usually the first port of call for enquiries by clients about new matters the department may take on.

In her spare time, Victoria is a committed sportswoman, focussing particularly on triathlon and other endurance events. She also enjoys watching rugby. She is a keen linguist, with fluency in French and conversational Russian.

Deposits - when are you entitled to ask for your money back?

We use the expression deposit in a number of different ways. You can put down a damage deposit when renting a car or accommodation or you might pay a deposit when buying a car, a house or paying for a holiday. If you are paying a damage deposit, then the...

Building Inspector dodges liability

Imagine that you have just purchased a new-build flat. Shortly after moving in, you discover that the building is riddled with defects including faulty fire protection, defective drainage, inadequate ventilation, and non-functioning sanitation. You...

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“Hughes Paddison have provided assistance on numerous occasions consistently acting in an exemplary fashion whilst dealing with all aspects of the issue at hand. It is extremely reassuring to know that our company is represented by such a competent and professional firm.”
– Commercial Director, Ferroli Limited
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– Managing Director, Converge
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– Company Secretary - Supergroup PLC
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Deposits - when are you entitled to ask for your money back?

Building Inspector dodges liability