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The 14 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Brighouse & Nearby

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Sarah Barr Young

Stowe Family Law
Yorkshire

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

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4.5 score

1541 reviews

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A Managing Partner at this widely respected specialist family law firm, Sarah is lauded as a first-class family law expert who adopts a holistic approach to her family law cases. Valued for her empathy and commitment to alleviating the stress of a relationship breakdown, she advises and represents clients in the process of divorce, those who have not been married and those who have entered into a civil partnership. Her substantial experience also includes complex financial cases involving substantial income and capital, both in the UK and internationally, as well as a variety of financial, business, and trust structures. Sarah is also regularly instructed in child law matters, cases relating to the international relocation of children, cohabitation issues and pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. A Resolution member and recognised as an accredited specialist in complex financial remedies and private children law, Sarah is skilled at providing a non-confrontational approach to solving the problems faced by her clients, always prioritising their interests and objectives first and foremost. Play the law firm’s video.

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Dealt with everything in a timely, efficient & reassuring way Excellent reputation for its expertise in family law cases Handled my case with professionalism and courtesy

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Mark Heptinstall

Slater Heelis
West Yorkshire

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

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4.9 score

1335 reviews

Recognised as a leading expert in the field of family law, Mark is well known for his meticulous approach to case preparation alongside a proactive and tough stance when negotiating the best outcomes for his clients. Partner and Head of the Family Department at this Legal 500 ‘Leading Firm’,...

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Mark from the family team is amazing Mark is so approachable, I felt like I was his only client Without doubt the most amazing solicitor

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Roy Dunn

Wilkinson Woodward Norcliffe & Co
Brighouse

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

4.6 score

38 reviews

Roy is recognised as one of the region’s leading family lawyers and his technical expertise in family law coupled with his compassion and empathy is sought after by a range of clients. With over three decades of experience and knowledge, he is committed to helping his clients see a...

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Very helpful and friendly staff, easy communication Absolutely recommended Excellent, friendly and knowledgeable service

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Victoria Harrington

Harrington Family Law
Brighouse

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

4.9 score

8 reviews

Principal of this specialist family law firm and practising exclusively in this area of law for nearly 30 years, Victoria can advise on the full spectrum of family legal issues, including divorce, civil partnership dissolution, financial issues and children matters. A Resolution accredited specialist in ancillary relief and domestic...

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Knowledgeable, straight forward & dedicated Great experience from start to finish Trust them implicitly

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Alex Kennedy

Brearleys
Brighouse

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

4.0 score

77 reviews

Well known in the Brighouse area for her empathetic approach to the often stressful area of family law, Alex has been practising for over 20 years. A Partner at the firm, she deals with all areas of family law including divorce, separation, injunctions, financial disputes, cohabitee issues, civil partnership...

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Excellent service.1st class. Great service and good advice given Efficient, friendly and helpful service

Amanda J Palfreman

Finn Gledhill
Halifax

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

3.6 score

16 reviews

A longstanding member of this well-established firm since 1987, Amanda is a Partner and Head of the Family Department. She specialises in children law and represents children and parents in care proceedings brought by the Local Authority where the children are considered to be at risk or harm. A...

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Alison Barnes

Barnes Clark Family Law
Liversedge

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

5.0 score

7 reviews

Co-founder of this specialist family law practice established in 2010, Alison has secured a reputation in the Brighouse area for offering practical, pragmatic and cost-effective solutions to her clients. With over 28 years working in family law, she has vast expertise of a range of issues relating to family...

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The process is smooth, professional and well explained from start to end Amazing team who care Knowledge and support through a difficult time was exemplary

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Ison Harrison
Huddersfield

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

4.1 score

44 reviews

A talented Associate Solicitor in the Private Family Team, Jessica is highly focused and dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for her clients and their families. Her work involves all family and matrimonial issues including divorce, separation and any associated financial issues, children matters and domestic abuse. She...

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Very good, no messing around Was very professionally and quickly helped by the attorney Would definitely recommend their services

Katherine Stephenson

Eaton Smith
Huddersfield

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

3.7 score

52 reviews

Specialising exclusively in family and matrimonial law for over 15 years, Katherine provides excellent care and guides clients through the legal process with the utmost ease and reassurance. A Partner in the Family Team, her area of specialism is children matters, in particular public children cases. As a member...

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Strongly recommend Very helpful with family law Would definitely recommend

Allan Layfield

Switalskis Solicitors
Huddersfield

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

4.4 score

43 reviews

An experienced family law specialist and one of the firm’s Directors, Allan has worked in family law since 2001 and offers advice and assistance on a range of matters. Representing clients from all walks of life, he deals with divorce, separation, division of matrimonial assets, civil partnership dissolution, cohabitee...

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Emma Pearmaine

Ridley & Hall
Huddersfield

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

4.7 score

176 reviews

An award-winning Managing Director at this highly respected law firm with a number of accolades under its belt, Emma has over 20 years’ experience and knowledge as a specialist in family and matrimonial law. She has represented a broad range of clients in divorce and children matters with particular...

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Very helpful and efficient Fantastic service from start to finish They were very professional and gave me good advice every step

Jennifer Noel

Makin Dixon
Huddersfield

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

4.0 score

22 reviews

One of the firm's Partners and Head of the Huddersfield office of this reputable family law firm, Jennifer has been practising exclusively in family law for over 13 years. Combining expertise and confidence, she advises on all family matters with a specialism in domestic abuse and children cases. A...

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Helpful and friendly Fantastic solicitors Very pleasant to deal with

Melanie Hartley

Rucklidge Law
Cleckheaton

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

5.0 score

2 reviews

Noted for her dedicated, down-to-earth and personable approach, Melanie is a Senior Consultant at this specialist family law firm. She has been recognised in The Legal 500 for her ability to negotiate strong settlements, and is able to provide advice and assistance in cases relating to divorce, separation, child...

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Melanie Hartley has expertly guided me She gives sensible and clear advice Easy-to-talk-to, and makes herself available when you need her

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Sarah Ward

Ramsdens Solicitors
Huddersfield

Serving Clients in Brighouse

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Brighouse area.

4.2 score

52 reviews

Partner at the firm and a specialist family lawyer, Sarah has a wealth of experience assisting married couples, cohabiting couples, and families in their legal disputes. She specialises in divorce and financial settlements, especially those involving business assets, shareholdings, pensions and properties. Sarah also acts for clients on pre-nuptial...

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Excellent staff and efficient, will continue using these solicitors Really good experience, everything explained plainly Professional and helpful advice

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Family Law Glossary

Advocacy

Advocacy is the act of the solicitor (or more typically, a barrister) putting their client's case to the court. This may happen if a case cannot be resolved via negotiation between the clients’ solicitors (e.g. a divorcing couple cannot come to an agreement on how their finances should be divided), and so the case may then have to go to court in order for a judge to enforce a solution.
CAFCASS

CAFCASS is an acronym for ‘Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service’. It is a public body that exists to consider the best interests of the children involved in family law cases. The officers at CAFCASS offer advice to family courts on what they think is in the best interests of the children involved as a result of their enquiries into a family setting. In some cases they are asked to produce a report for the court with recommendations that include who the children should live with, and what time they should spend with the other parent.
Child Arrangements Order

A child arrangements order is a court order that defines who is responsible for the care of a child, including who they live with and how often the child will have contact the parents. This type of order can be necessary if the parents cannot agree on how to share the care of their child/ren.
Collaborative Lawyer

A collaborative lawyer is trained to represent their client through a collaborative divorce process or family dispute. The clients on both sides sign up to to the collaborative divorce process which can involve them and their lawyers attending four-way meetings in order to negotiate and reach a formal agreement that avoids the need for any court hearings.
Consultant Solicitor/Lawyer

A consultant solicitor provides services on a self-employed basis or as a contractor, but typically does so under the umbrella of a law firm. The client will be represented by a consultant solicitor in the same way as they would if the solicitor was an employee of the firm, but once the client pays the firm for the consultant solicitor’s services, the firm will typically pay the consultant solicitor’s business (e.g. a Limited Company) a percentage of those fees, rather than pay a salary. In most cases, the differences between a salaried solicitor and a consultant solicitor relate to how the consultant solicitor is employed and paid. There is little to no noticeable difference for the client.
Prohibited Steps Order

A prohibited steps order is a court order usually applies to a parent and prevents them from conducting certain activities with their child/ren who are under 16 years old (such as preventing the parent from removing the child from school, or them taking the child abroad, or changing their surname). It also prevents the parent from exercising their parental responsibility.
Resolution

Resolution is an industry body with a membership made up primarily of family lawyers. As members, the lawyers agree to conduct their work in line with Resolution’s Code of Conduct which is based on taking a “non-confrontational approach to family law issues”. This means that the lawyer actively tries to reduce conflict between the parties and encourages families to put the best interests of any children first.
Specific Issue Order

A Specific Issue Order is a court order that sets out how a specific question or issue regarding a child should be addressed by the parents. This could be a specific issue that the parents cannot agree on, such as which school the child should attend, or if certain medical treatment should or shouldn’t be administered. If the parents cannot agree, the court can enforce an answer via a Specific Issue Order.
TOLATA (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act)

TOLATA relates to disputes between two individuals who have lived together and now disagree on a matter relating to their cohabitation. Most commonly, this relates to disputes over who owns the property, what the split of ownership is, or who should remain in the property.
The Legal 500

The Legal 500 is a directory of solicitors and firms, broken down by geographic region and legal discipline. Solicitors are ranked in The Legal 500 based on their merit and experience, using publicly available information and information supplied by the firm. Annually, The Legal 500 issues awards to individual law firms and solicitors such as ‘Leading Individual’, ‘Recommended Lawyer’, ‘Rising Star’ and ‘Leading Firm’. It is worth noting that the ‘500’ in the name does not refer to the number of firms/solicitors that are ranked, which is actually a significantly larger number. Nonetheless, it is still a highly regarded award in the legal profession.

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