Leading social housing junior joins Cornerstone Barristers

Victoria Osler, a specialist in property, housing and public law, has joined Cornerstone Barristers.

Cornerstone said Osler, who was called to the Bar in 2001, “is a formidable force in all aspects of real property and landlord and tenant law, covering both residential and commercial contexts.

“Her expertise spans a wide range of legal issues including lease interpretation, adverse possession, restrictive covenants, and disputes over rights to light, easements, boundaries, and more. Victoria is particularly noted for her meticulous preparation, doggedness in cross-examination, and analytical prowess in submissions.”

Osler has considerable experience in dealing with housing acts, fire safety regulations, possession claims, and a range of other matters, it added.

The set said: “Victoria’s keen interest in public law has seen her act for local authorities in homelessness appeals and challenges to allocation policies, demonstrating her commitment to impacting social welfare positively through her legal expertise.”

Philip Coppel KC and Tom Cosgrove KC, joint head of chambers, said: “Cornerstone Barristers are delighted to welcome Victoria Osler as a member of chambers.

“She brings a wealth of experience and talent with her…..and will enhance our property, housing and public law teams.”

Osler said: “I am delighted to be joining Cornerstone Barristers and look forward to working with both existing and new clients, continuing to provide the service they expect, safe in the knowledge that I am supported by well respected and formidable colleagues and a first-class clerking and administrative support team.”