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The 16 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Batley & Nearby

16 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Joanne Major

Major Family Law     National    

4.9 score
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449 reviews
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An exceptionally well regarded figure in the field of Family Law, Joanne offers clear-sighted, shrewd, and carefully considered advice on all aspects of divorce and family law. She is consistently hailed by clients for her exceptional care, wisdom, and staunch dedication to serving their best interests. Founder and Managing...
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Well-known professional firm of family lawyers, highly recommended We have already recommended Major Family Law to an acquaintance So impressed with Joanne she made the information I required clear
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Charlotte Beck

Slater Heelis     West Yorkshire    

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4.7 score
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1718 reviews
Offering exceptional legal knowledge, client care, and a unique drive to achieve success for her clients, Charlotte Beck is a highly sought-after family law solicitor. A Director at this widely acclaimed law firm, she has an excellent track record in a broad spectrum of family and matrimonial cases involving...
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Professional in handling my case with a terrific result We were very pleased with the excellent service Brilliant solicitors. Extremely helpful and professional.
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Jason Deacon

JWP Solicitors     Batley    

4.7 score
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3 reviews
A popular choice for individuals facing Family Law issues, Jason Deacon has spent more than 20 years helping clients navigate the challenges of relationship breakdown. Known for his respectful, honest and approachable manner, he provides clear guidance on a wide range of private family law matters, with particular expertise...
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Emma Clough

Brearleys     Batley    

4.0 score
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36 reviews
A Partner and Head of the Family Law Department at a highly respected law firm, Emma Clough is a widely recognised matrimonial law specialist with extensive experience across both private and public law matters. While she advises on a broad range of family issues, she is particularly known for...
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Rebecca Payne

Chadwick Lawrence     Morley    

4.4 score
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52 reviews
With more than 15 years of Family Law experience, Rebecca Payne is a respected specialist who advises clients on a wide range of issues arising from relationship breakdown. Her expertise covers divorce, financial settlements, nuptial and separation agreements, cohabitation disputes and private children matters. Rebecca is particularly recognised for...
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My dealings with them were fair and equable, would use again and recommend Very helpful and knowledgeable I have received a good service, I would recommend it to anyone

Victoria Harrington

Harrington Family Law     Cleckheaton    

5.0 score
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14 reviews
With more than 32 years of experience, Victoria Harrington founded a specialist Family Law firm 14 years ago and has built a strong reputation for providing clear, compassionate and effective legal advice. She represents clients across the full range of family law matters, with particular expertise in relationship breakdown,...
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Feeling clearer about things I found the service from start to finish personable & friendly Guides you where you need help

Rebecca Baker

Rucklidge Law     Cleckheaton    

5.0 score
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3 reviews
Rebecca is a talented, solution-focused family solicitor who offers honest and practical legal advice on a range of family-related issues. With over 30 years of expertise to bring to bear on every case, she can provide guidance on divorce, separation, financial disputes, and matters related to children. A valued...
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Sam Carter

Major Family Law     National    

4.9 score
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449 reviews
Sam Carter is a highly esteemed Family Law specialist who is known for his outcome and client focused approach and has earned recognition for his expertise in matrimonial law as a ‘Leading Associate’ in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500. Legal Director at this Legal 500 ‘Top Tier’...
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Sam’s professionalism, reassurance and expertise made a huge difference Sam Carter is exceptional, have always felt in safe hands Clear, practical advice and explained everything in a way I could understand

Iain Cutts

Ison Harrison     Morley    

4.5 score
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130 reviews
A highly regarded Family Law professional, Iain Cutts has spent more than 30 years helping clients navigate the legal and personal challenges that can arise following a relationship breakdown. Known for his approachable, committed and determined manner, he advises on a wide range of family and matrimonial matters, including...
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Friendly and completed my work to an excellent standard Friendly and approachable staff, great service Excellent service, complete the work to a high standard with no issues

Sukhbeer Shergill

Jordans Solicitors     Dewsbury    

4.6 score
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18 reviews
Sukhbeer Shergill has dedicated her entire legal career to Family Law and is widely respected for her expertise in children matters. As a Director and Head of the Family and Child Care Departments at a well-established law firm, she advises and represents clients in a broad range of cases...
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Alison Barnes

Barnes Clark Family Law     Liversedge    

5.0 score
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7 reviews
Family Law firm Founder Alison Barnes has more than 29 years of experience helping individuals and families through the legal challenges that can arise following a relationship breakdown. Since establishing her specialist practice in 2010, she has advised hundreds of clients on a broad range of matters, including divorce,...
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Staff clearly show they care Highly recommend An amazing job
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Rebecca Sargent

Ramsdens Solicitors     Wakefield    

4.1 score
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12 reviews
Rebecca Sargent is a Partner and Solicitor within the Family Law team, bringing extensive experience across the full spectrum of matrimonial matters. She advises and represents clients on divorce, separation, financial remedy proceedings, private children cases, domestic abuse, and relationship planning, including nuptial and cohabitation agreements. Known for her...
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Highly recommended Helped me with a difficult situation Great company

Steven Eldridge

Thornton Jones Solicitors     Wakefield    

4.7 score
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212 reviews
Director of Family Law at this prestigious firm, Steven Eldridge is a highly regarded solicitor known for his strategic, solution-focused approach to family and matrimonial matters. He advises clients through key life changes with clarity and care, working to protect their interests and those of their families. Specialising in...
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Prompt, friendly, professional, definitely would recommend Superb advice, delivered in both a professional and personable manner Good communication and made the process really simple and straight forward

Emma Pearmaine

Ridley & Hall     Huddersfield    

4.7 score
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243 reviews
Managing Director Emma Pearmaine has more than 20 years of experience supporting clients with their Family Law disputes. An award-winning solicitor at a highly regarded firm, she is recognised for delivering clear, practical advice and exceptional client service across a broad range of family matters. Emma advises on divorce,...
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Understanding and caring people Very helpful and efficient Fantastic service from start to finish

Jennifer Noel

Makin Dixon     Huddersfield    

4.3 score
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35 reviews
Jennifer Noel has been a qualified Family Law solicitor for 15 years and has dedicated her career to supporting individuals and families through a wide range of legal challenges. Accredited under both the Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme and Children Law Accreditation Scheme, she has particular expertise in...
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Would definitely suggest them Very pleasant to deal with Always kept informed and treated professionally and efficiently
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Allan Layfield

Switalskis Solicitors     Huddersfield    

4.3 score
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48 reviews
With numerous accolades to his name, Allan Layfield is a highly respected Family Law expert with 18 years of experience advising clients on a broad range of family and matrimonial matters. He handles cases involving divorce, separation, financial dispute resolution, ancillary relief and children issues, and is particularly recognised...
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Would definitely recommend Switalskis for any type of legal matter Supportive and knowledgeable, approachable and empathetic Dealt with Allan who was excellent to work with on a family matter