The 14 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Morpeth & Nearby
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Nicky Hunter
Stowe Family Law
North East region
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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Standing out for her ability to deliver pragmatic and realistic family law advice and to offer creative solutions across the full spectrum of family law issues, Nicky is a highly regarded family law expert at this specialist family law firm. She has over 20 years’ experience in working with...
Standing out for her ability to deliver pragmatic and realistic family law advice and to offer creative solutions across the full spectrum of family law issues, Nicky is a highly regarded family law expert at this specialist family law firm. She has over 20 years’ experience in working with married and unmarried couples on a range of matters including separation and divorce, financial disputes, and arrangements for children. Nicky is committed to tackling complex and challenging cases, often involving high asset values, business interests, trust interests and pension sharing. She is also well versed in advising individuals who are looking to protect their assets in the form of nuptial agreements and living together agreements. Another key area of Nicky’s work is cases relating to children and she has vast expertise in advising families in care proceedings issued by the Local Authority or when CAFCASS Children’s Guardians are involved. Practising as a collaborative lawyer, and a member of Resolution, Nicky aims to reach negotiated settlements, ensuring the needs of the children are prioritised, but is also able to robustly represent her clients in court when required. Play the law firm’s video.
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Julie Nicholson
Alderson Law
Morpeth
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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3.8 score
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20 reviews
Julie has a strong reputation in the field of family law built up over the last 25 years in practice. She has a wealth of knowledge and expertise to bring to her cases in relation to divorce, separation, related financial issues and complex children cases, often involving residence and...
Julie has a strong reputation in the field of family law built up over the last 25 years in practice. She has a wealth of knowledge and expertise to bring to her cases in relation to divorce, separation, related financial issues and complex children cases, often involving residence and contact disputes. Julie was one of the first solicitors to achieve accredited advanced family law specialist status and is a member of The Law Society’s Family Law Advanced Accreditation Scheme. She is known for her friendly, professional and compassionate manner which clients hold in high regard.
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Tony Hetherington
Adams Hetherington
Ashington
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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3.6 score
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14 reviews
Having qualified over 30 years ago, Tony’s expertise in relationship breakdown is second-to-none, advising on every aspect of family and matrimonial law. Managing Partner at this highly regarded firm, his main areas of practice are family and child care work as well as matters relating to wills and probate....
Having qualified over 30 years ago, Tony’s expertise in relationship breakdown is second-to-none, advising on every aspect of family and matrimonial law. Managing Partner at this highly regarded firm, his main areas of practice are family and child care work as well as matters relating to wills and probate. Always aware of the emotional toll that relationship break-ups take on families, Tony uses his skills and expertise to ensure that the legal processes are as smooth and painless as possible and that both parties are treated with sympathy and consideration. He is known for offering exceptional client care, and is well liked and respected by his many clients for his calm approach, integrity and breadth and depth of family law experience and knowledge. Tony is a longstanding member of The Newcastle Law Society.
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Helen Holmes
Holmes Family Law
Cramlington
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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4.3 score
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6 reviews
Founder and Principal of this specialist family law firm, Helen is one of the most respected family solicitors in the Morpeth area and whose knowledge of family law coupled with her passion for service are second to none. Practising for over 20 years, she offers advice and assistance on...
Founder and Principal of this specialist family law firm, Helen is one of the most respected family solicitors in the Morpeth area and whose knowledge of family law coupled with her passion for service are second to none. Practising for over 20 years, she offers advice and assistance on a variety of family issues including divorce, separation, financial disputes and cases relating to children. Committed to offering high quality advice from the outset of a case, Helen supports her clients in making informed and constructive decisions for themselves and their families.
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Demonstrated compassion, kindness and understanding
Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend
Fast and reliable and very professional
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Victoria Lant
Browell Smith & Co
Ashington
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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5.0 score
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18 reviews
Head of the firm’s Family Law team, Victoria has developed an excellent reputation for providing high-quality client care in her role as a family lawyer and divorce solicitor. Admitted as a solicitor in 2003, she specialises solely in family law and deals with all matters involving divorce, separation, complex...
Head of the firm’s Family Law team, Victoria has developed an excellent reputation for providing high-quality client care in her role as a family lawyer and divorce solicitor. Admitted as a solicitor in 2003, she specialises solely in family law and deals with all matters involving divorce, separation, complex financial disputes, issues over arrangements for children and pre-nuptial agreements and living together agreements. A member of The Law Society and Resolution, Victoria offers a supportive and encouraging service using Resolution’s guiding principles of non-confrontation and collaboration.
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Would highly recommend them
Fast, efficient and very helpful
Couldn't do enough for me
Jacqueline Emmerson
Emmersons Solicitors
Newcastle
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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4.5 score
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148 reviews
A highly esteemed family law expert and Managing Director and Founder of this multi award-winning law firm, Jacqueline is one of the region’s most experienced family lawyers and divorce solicitors with over 30 years of expertise to call upon. She specialises in all aspects of family law, including divorce...
A highly esteemed family law expert and Managing Director and Founder of this multi award-winning law firm, Jacqueline is one of the region’s most experienced family lawyers and divorce solicitors with over 30 years of expertise to call upon. She specialises in all aspects of family law, including divorce and dissolution, separation, and issues relating to child arrangements, as well as handling financial settlements which can involve property, pensions and business assets. Jacqueline is a member of The Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme and a trained collaborative lawyer, advocating a non-confrontational and constructive approach, to achieve the best possible solution and avoid the financial and emotional impact of court proceedings. As well as her family work, Jacqueline is also able to advise in relation to wills, probate, estate administration, estate planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney and court of protection. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Professional service received at all times
Excellent service at a difficult time
Professional service and done in a timely manner
Charlotte Hall
Hadaway & Hadaway
North Shields
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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3.9 score
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51 reviews
A longstanding member of the firm since qualifying in 1995, Charlotte is a Partner and Head of the Family Law Department. With a calm, yet determined manner, she provides comprehensive advice to clients on a range of matters including divorce and civil partnership dissolution, separation, property and financial disputes,...
A longstanding member of the firm since qualifying in 1995, Charlotte is a Partner and Head of the Family Law Department. With a calm, yet determined manner, she provides comprehensive advice to clients on a range of matters including divorce and civil partnership dissolution, separation, property and financial disputes, issues relating to children, cohabitee disputes, domestic abuse, and pre-nuptial agreements. Charlotte has been a member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme since 2002 and was one of the first Resolution accredited specialists in the North East, with expertise in children matters and domestic abuse.
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Very polite and professional
Professional and efficient service
Really good advice, these solicitors really care about people
Margaret Simpson
Silk Family Law
Central Newcastle
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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4.2 score
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20 reviews
Margaret is widely lauded as a leading family law practitioner and has considerable experience in dealing with a wide range of family issues, particularly in the area of matrimonial finance. Boasting a 25 year track record, she advises a broad range of clients in cases involving significant assets and...
Margaret is widely lauded as a leading family law practitioner and has considerable experience in dealing with a wide range of family issues, particularly in the area of matrimonial finance. Boasting a 25 year track record, she advises a broad range of clients in cases involving significant assets and complex issues. Margaret has a particular interest and expertise in landed estates and farming cases, both of which often involve disputes relating to trust assets, valuation and liquidity. A trained collaborative lawyer, she encourages a problem-solving approach in a non-confrontational and constructive manner to help families resolve disputes, without the need for court proceedings. Margaret chairs the Tees Valley Resolution family law group. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Work hard and achieve results
Meticulous in their handling
Exceptional service
Louise Masters
Sintons Law
Central Newcastle
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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4.4 score
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119 reviews
Recognised as a 'Next Generation Partner' in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500, Louise is described as "an extremely capable family lawyer and collaborative lawyer. She is innovative and forward thinking and a good leader". A Partner and Head of the Family Team at this reputable firm, she...
Recognised as a ‘Next Generation Partner’ in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500, Louise is described as “an extremely capable family lawyer and collaborative lawyer. She is innovative and forward thinking and a good leader”. A Partner and Head of the Family Team at this reputable firm, she has a breadth of experience covering all aspects of family law, however regularly deals with cases in which there are co-mingling of matrimonial and non-matrimonial property or where the assets are tied up in a company or trust. Louise has gained a stellar reputation both locally and nationally and as a result often represents high profile clients or those in the public eye. She is a committed member of Resolution, as well as one of their assessors, and a trained collaborative lawyer and offers a constructive and collaborative dispute resolution approach to her cases. If required, Louise is able to conduct her own advocacy in court and has been praised by numerous clients for the support and representation she has provided and the way that she has conveyed the case to the judge. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Top class service
Personal & helpful at all times, legal business with a caring persona throughout
Professional, quick and explained every step of the way
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Gemma Iceton
Ward Hadaway
Newcastle
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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4.1 score
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49 reviews
Committed to offering an outstanding service to her clients in an approachable, compassionate and friendly manner, Gemma is a highly regarded family law specialist with over 18 years of expertise and knowledge to call upon. She handles a variety of cases including separation, divorce, children matters, pre-nuptial agreements and...
Committed to offering an outstanding service to her clients in an approachable, compassionate and friendly manner, Gemma is a highly regarded family law specialist with over 18 years of expertise and knowledge to call upon. She handles a variety of cases including separation, divorce, children matters, pre-nuptial agreements and living together agreements. Gemma also has a breadth of experience on matters relating to matrimonial and non-matrimonial property, assets held in trust, businesses, complex pensions, offsetting, life time allowance, and spousal maintenance. Her approach to her cases is constructive and practical with the aim of reaching a negotiated settlement. However, if court proceedings are necessary, she is able to conduct her own advocacy to ensure her clients receive a seamless service. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Gemma Iceton dealt with my enquiry professionally and sympathetically
Experience, intelligence, common sense, empathy and attention to detail
Her emotional support during what is naturally a difficult time was a godsend
Lyn Rutherford
Mincoffs
East Newcastle
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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4.6 score
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115 reviews
With a strong track record in family law cases that spans over 35 years, Lyn is a highly regarded family law specialist serving the Morpeth area. He is able to oversee all types of family matters, with significant depth of expertise in high-net-worth financial matters, involving multi millions, farming...
With a strong track record in family law cases that spans over 35 years, Lyn is a highly regarded family law specialist serving the Morpeth area. He is able to oversee all types of family matters, with significant depth of expertise in high-net-worth financial matters, involving multi millions, farming cases, disputes involving complex businesses and pensions, and vast property portfolios. Lyn has an enviable reputation as a proactive and tough negotiator with unquestionable litigious ability and consistently achieves the best results for his clients. He is recognised in The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, being described as a “thoroughly established name in the North East”. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Very professional and a pleasure to deal with
Quick to reply to questions, helpful & clear instructions
My experience in using this company was great
Paul Dodds
Paul Dodds Law
Wallsend
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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4.3 score
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63 reviews
Adopting a solutions focused approach to his family law cases, Paul is a Senior Partner at the firm and Head of the Family Law Department. Offering legal advice and representation since 1979, he has vast expertise and knowledge on the full range of matters including divorce, separation, asset division...
Adopting a solutions focused approach to his family law cases, Paul is a Senior Partner at the firm and Head of the Family Law Department. Offering legal advice and representation since 1979, he has vast expertise and knowledge on the full range of matters including divorce, separation, asset division and finances, cohabitee disputes, pre-nuptial agreements, and public and private law children cases. Paul is a member of Resolution, an accredited specialist in children law and a member of both The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme and the Family Law Accreditation Scheme. Paul’s key objective is to always resolve matters swiftly, amicably, and cost-effectively in furtherance of his clients’ best interests. However, if required, he can expertly and robustly represent his clients in court proceedings.View the solicitor’s key information.
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Handled my case brilliantly with the utmost professionalism
Deal with clients respectfully and delicately
This firm truly cares about its clients
Joanne Major
Major Family Law
Newcastle & North East
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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A highly acclaimed, no-nonsense, astute, and strategic family lawyer and divorce solicitor, Joanne commands huge respect in the field of family law and draws clients in like a magnet because of her enviable reputation for sound judgement and dedication to client care. Founder of this specialist family law firm...
A highly acclaimed, no-nonsense, astute, and strategic family lawyer and divorce solicitor, Joanne commands huge respect in the field of family law and draws clients in like a magnet because of her enviable reputation for sound judgement and dedication to client care. Founder of this specialist family law firm and with the last 25 years of her legal career specialising in family and matrimonial cases, Joanne has built an enviable reputation as a professional who is as tenacious as she is caring, and who offers innovative approaches to successfully resolving relationship disputes. Joanne is one of a small group of family law solicitors in the UK to achieve “Hall of Fame” status in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500 Directory – the highest ranking possible – for her work and reputation nationally as a divorce and family lawyer of excellence. Offering a trusted guiding hand to her clients, she prides herself on her straight-talking yet calm approach, always going the extra mile to ensure that her clients’ needs are met and that her team are operating at the highest standards of professionalism and efficiency. Joanne’s ability to negotiate good settlements for her clients are reflected by her wealth of 5 star reviews, making her a very popular choice, often through recommendation from past clients as well as other professionals in the legal sector. With a significant depth of experience in all areas of family breakdown, Joanne’s cases regularly involve disputes over finances such as property, pensions, assets, businesses, and inheritances. As part of her role as Managing Director, she also mentors her growing team, recruiting like-minded family lawyers who have the high expectations and drive to thrive in this nationally recognised family law firm.
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Very informative, professional and positive
Fantastic service offered by Major Family Law
So impressed with Joanne she made the information I required clear
Jennifer Goldstein
Samuel Phillips Law
Central Newcastle
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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4.2 score
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77 reviews
Boasting more than 30 years’ experience in family law, Jenny is a Senior Consultant and Head of Family Law at this well regarded law firm. She has wide expertise on a range of family matters arising out of a relationship breakdown, including separation, divorce, financial disputes, and children matters....
Boasting more than 30 years’ experience in family law, Jenny is a Senior Consultant and Head of Family Law at this well regarded law firm. She has wide expertise on a range of family matters arising out of a relationship breakdown, including separation, divorce, financial disputes, and children matters. A longstanding member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme, Jenny has vast experience in representing children, guardians and other family members in complex and challenging care proceedings. As a member of Resolution and a collaborative lawyer, she is focused on helping families resolve their problems, finding solutions that will benefit everyone and is renowned for her exceptional client care. Due to her high level of specialism and expertise, Jenny has obtained full accreditations from the Chartered Institute of Family Law Arbitrators and as a Family Mediator through the Family Mediation Association. View the solicitor’s key information.
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An excellent law firm
Professional throughout
Explained everything in detail, efficient and matter concluded swiftly
Clare Usher
Hindle Campbell Law
North Shields
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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4.3 score
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55 reviews
Heading up the Family Department at this progressive law firm, Clare has an enviable track record in successfully handling family matters arising from a relationship breakdown. Boasting a 25 year career, she provides advice and assistance on divorce, separation and all issues relating to children and finances including acting...
Heading up the Family Department at this progressive law firm, Clare has an enviable track record in successfully handling family matters arising from a relationship breakdown. Boasting a 25 year career, she provides advice and assistance on divorce, separation and all issues relating to children and finances including acting for clients who have substantial assets. Clare is also a member of both The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme and the Family Law Accreditation Scheme and is able to act on behalf of parents and children via their appointed Guardian, in care proceedings initiated by the Local Authority. As a member of Resolution and a trained collaborative lawyer, she encourages constructive and sensible negotiation to resolve issues without acrimony. Clare is keen to ensure that legal representation is available to all and has introduced fixed fees for her family law work to enable clients to access excellent service at an affordable price. View the solicitor’s key information.
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HC have given me a service I would struggle to fault on every level
Having found Clare, I would recommend her to anyone in my predicament
Can't recommend them enough
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Christian Butler
Hay & Kilner
Central Newcastle
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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4.4 score
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27 reviews
Known for his fearless dedication to pursuing the best possible outcome for his clients, yet empathetic and sincere in his approach, Christian is a highly regarded family lawyer and divorce solicitor. Partner at this full-service law practice, he accepts instructions on all aspects of family and matrimonial law, including...
Known for his fearless dedication to pursuing the best possible outcome for his clients, yet empathetic and sincere in his approach, Christian is a highly regarded family lawyer and divorce solicitor. Partner at this full-service law practice, he accepts instructions on all aspects of family and matrimonial law, including disputes arising from divorce and separation involving complex assets, companies, pensions and property portfolios, arrangements for children, disputes between cohabiting parties, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, emergency injunctions and protective orders. Christian has a good understanding of the stresses and challenges that a relationship breakdown can bring, recognising the importance of the advice he provides to his clients in assisting them to move forward with their lives. He is a member of Resolution, Chair of the Young Resolution (YRES) Committee for Newcastle and the North East of England and has been recognised as a ‘Next Generation Partner’ in The Legal 500. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Made to feel at ease
Extremely competent, reassuring and professional
Their advice was invaluable in a caring and professional way
Lucy Mead
David Gray
Newcastle
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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4.8 score
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412 reviews
A go-to family law expert, a Partner and Head of the Family Department, Lucy has dealt with family and matrimonial issues since qualifying as a solicitor in 2001. Representing clients from all sectors, she advises on divorce, dissolution of civil partnerships, arrangements for children, injunctions and financial issues. Lucy...
A go-to family law expert, a Partner and Head of the Family Department, Lucy has dealt with family and matrimonial issues since qualifying as a solicitor in 2001. Representing clients from all sectors, she advises on divorce, dissolution of civil partnerships, arrangements for children, injunctions and financial issues. Lucy is also a member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme and has extensive experience in representing children, parents and other extended family members in care proceedings. Her priority is to reach an early settlement, but if this is not possible, her experience as a Higher Rights Advocate enables her to represent her clients at all levels of the single family court. Lucy is also a qualified Family Arbitrator and a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) and the Institute of Family Arbitrators. Ranked in Chambers & Partners and noted in The Legal 500 as a ‘Leading Individual’, she is described as “extremely professional, objective and a strong court advocate”. Lucy is also a member of Resolution and an accredited specialist in the areas of financial provision, cohabitation breakdown and domestic abuse. She works hard for her clients and receives praise for her communication and negotiation skills. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Absolutely incredible work done, all lovely & considerate people
Friendly, efficient and helpful
Their determination to help us outstanding
Sue McArthur
EMG Solicitors
Newcastle
Serving Clients in Morpeth
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Morpeth area.
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4.1 score
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17 reviews
Client focused and personable, Sue is a highly competent and experienced family lawyer who takes pride in offering tailored, practical advice to her clients to support them in moving forward with their lives. Qualifying as a solicitor over 30 years ago, her client cases have led her to develop...
Client focused and personable, Sue is a highly competent and experienced family lawyer who takes pride in offering tailored, practical advice to her clients to support them in moving forward with their lives. Qualifying as a solicitor over 30 years ago, her client cases have led her to develop significant expertise with matters involving divorce and separation, family finances, child contact and child residence. Sue is a Resolution accredited specialist in relation to financial matters for both married and unmarried couples, a committed collaborative lawyer, an experienced family mediator and a longstanding member of Resolution. She works to constructive and non-confrontational guidelines when resolving couples’ disputes, always acting with honesty, integrity and objectivity. Building relationships with her clients based on trust and mutual respect, Sue is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes with the least amount of stress and turmoil. View the solicitor’s key information.
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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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