The 19 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Newcastle-under-Lyme & Nearby
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Helen Miller
Stowe Family Law
Staffordshire
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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Showing outstanding commitment to her clients, Helen is a tactically astute and exceptionally skilled family law expert with over 20 years’ experience under her belt. A Managing Partner at this renowned family law firm, she is one of the most sought-after family lawyers in the area, offering practical, honest...
Showing outstanding commitment to her clients, Helen is a tactically astute and exceptionally skilled family law expert with over 20 years’ experience under her belt. A Managing Partner at this renowned family law firm, she is one of the most sought-after family lawyers in the area, offering practical, honest advice on the full spectrum of issues arising from relationship breakdown. Diligent, determined, and pre-emptive, Helen has expertise on complex financial settlements on divorce or separation, nuptial agreements, cohabitee disputes, and arrangements relating to children. A large part of her financial work involves high-net-worth cases, involving family businesses both in the UK and overseas, as well as those including family trusts, property, pensions, and overseas/off-shore assets. Noted as a recognised practitioner in family law in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, Helen is known for her firm but fair approach, whilst being fully aware that her clients need not only legal advice, but also emotional support and empathy. Helen is accredited by Resolution in both advanced financial provision and children law, as well as holding advanced accreditation with The Law Society of England & Wales as a family law specialist. Play the law firm’s video.
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Handled my case with professionalism and courtesy
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Vicki McLynn
Slater Heelis
Staffordshire
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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Standing out in the field of family law with a career spanning over two decades, Vicki is an exceptional family solicitor and Partner at this widely regarded multidisciplinary law firm. Renowned for her expertise in complex cases, she provides advice and representation on divorce, separation, children matters, issues of...
Standing out in the field of family law with a career spanning over two decades, Vicki is an exceptional family solicitor and Partner at this widely regarded multidisciplinary law firm. Renowned for her expertise in complex cases, she provides advice and representation on divorce, separation, children matters, issues of domestic abuse and concerns around drugs and alcohol within families. Vicki is also extremely well-versed in negotiating financial settlements, often involving substantial assets and complex financial relationships, always striving to reach the best settlements for her clients. Often representing and protecting prominent clients and their children from media attention, she prides herself on her excellent level of service, offering empathy, sensitivity, and discretion alongside expert legal advice. Vicki is recognised as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500 and noted in Chambers & Partners and City Wealth as a leading matrimonial and family lawyer. She is also a regular contributor to print and broadcast media on topical family law issues.View the solicitor’s key information.
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Carly Colclough
Nowell Meller
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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5.0 score
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16 reviews
Director and Head of the Family Law team, Carly represents a wide range of clients on all matrimonial and family related matters. Her caseload includes divorce, separation, financial issues arising from a relationship breakdown, arrangements for children, domestic abuse cases, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. Keen to...
Director and Head of the Family Law team, Carly represents a wide range of clients on all matrimonial and family related matters. Her caseload includes divorce, separation, financial issues arising from a relationship breakdown, arrangements for children, domestic abuse cases, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. Keen to support her clients in resolving their disputes through constructive negotiation, Carly is a member of Resolution and a trained collaborative lawyer, as well as being able to offer the options of mediation and arbitration rather than using the court process. Friendly but pragmatic in her approach, she strives to go the extra mile for her clients and prides herself on her commitment to client care. Widely regarded amongst her peers and past clients, she is described as “a very dedicated and excellent lawyer providing first class service”.
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Shelley Brydon-Mason
Woolliscrofts
Hanley
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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3.8 score
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53 reviews
Head of the matrimonial department, Shelley is one of the most experienced divorce lawyers and family solicitors in the Staffordshire area with a career spanning over 30 years. She can oversee all aspects of family law work including divorce, financial settlements, pre and post-nuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, civil partnership...
Head of the matrimonial department, Shelley is one of the most experienced divorce lawyers and family solicitors in the Staffordshire area with a career spanning over 30 years. She can oversee all aspects of family law work including divorce, financial settlements, pre and post-nuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, civil partnership disputes, and child focused issues as well as non-molestation and occupation proceedings. Shelley has particular expertise in high-net-worth cases and contested child arrangement proceedings. She is also a member of Resolution, a collaborative lawyer, and the Chair of Staffordshire Collaborative Lawyers.
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Kept informed at all times, felt extremely comfortable & supported
Excellent, professional experience
Very professional & friendly staff - would highly recommend
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Rebecca Sykes
Dicksons Solicitors
Hanley
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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3.9 score
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65 reviews
A Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives with over 12 years’ experience, Rebecca is one of the firm’s Directors and heads up the Family Law Team. A specialist in children law, she is a Resolution accredited specialist in this area, and acts for parents whose children have become...
A Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives with over 12 years’ experience, Rebecca is one of the firm’s Directors and heads up the Family Law Team. A specialist in children law, she is a Resolution accredited specialist in this area, and acts for parents whose children have become subject to disputes with the Local Authority, involving allegations of non-accidental injury, neglect, drug misuse, domestic violence, and physical and emotional abuse. Priding herself on her professional, compassionate and down-to-earth approach, she provides a high level of care and commitment to her clients in often very challenging and emotional circumstances.
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Efficient, professional, friendly and helpful
Very kind caring and professional people
Efficient and professional
Helen Jackson
Tinsdills Solicitors
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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4.3 score
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40 reviews
Helen is recognised as being a leading expert in family law and is well known for her empathy, accessibility and commitment to helping clients. She has specialised in family law for over 30 years, representing clients in both the Newcastle-under-Lyme area and nationally, on divorce, financial issues (including pensions),...
Helen is recognised as being a leading expert in family law and is well known for her empathy, accessibility and commitment to helping clients. She has specialised in family law for over 30 years, representing clients in both the Newcastle-under-Lyme area and nationally, on divorce, financial issues (including pensions), cohabiting relationships, dissolution of civil partnerships, and issues relating to children. As a longstanding member of Resolution, she always works constructively for the best outcomes, wherever possible, aiming for long term, fair solutions for her clients. Helen firmly believes that identifying the right process for particular clients and their families can affect the outcome and is able to offer mediation and collaborative law services, as well as provide effective representation in court proceedings.
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Prompt attention throughout
Excellent and professional company
Amazing service and friendly staff
Sarah Johnson
Myers & Co
Stoke-on-Trent
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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4.7 score
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126 reviews
With a keen understanding of the need for sensitive but focused advice, Sarah was admitted as a solicitor over 30 years ago and has vast expertise in all matters relating to family breakdown. With a varied caseload, she handles issues relating to divorce, separation, dissolution of civil partnerships, child...
With a keen understanding of the need for sensitive but focused advice, Sarah was admitted as a solicitor over 30 years ago and has vast expertise in all matters relating to family breakdown. With a varied caseload, she handles issues relating to divorce, separation, dissolution of civil partnerships, child arrangements, cohabitation agreements, and domestic abuse and injunctions. Sarah is also able to advise on and draft pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. As a member of Resolution, she will always adopt a non-adversarial approach to settling matters for her clients, whenever possible, encouraging solutions that consider the best interests of the whole family, especially any children involved. Described as compassionate and approachable, Sarah has a reputation for dealing with challenging situations efficiently whilst maintaining a level of sensitivity. She is also able to handle matters relating to wills, trusts, estate administration, Lasting Powers of Attorney and deputyship applications.
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Professional attitude with courteous and efficient attention to detail
Fantastic service, very knowledgeable & straight talking, advice was no nonsense
Ann McCabe
Ann McCabe Solicitors
Newcastle under Lyme
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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4.8 score
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17 reviews
Founder of this thriving law firm in 2016, Ann is an accomplished family lawyer and divorce solicitor with almost 30 years of expertise under her belt. She has worked with clients on a wide range of divorce and separation cases, tackling both financial and child matters arising from relationship...
Founder of this thriving law firm in 2016, Ann is an accomplished family lawyer and divorce solicitor with almost 30 years of expertise under her belt. She has worked with clients on a wide range of divorce and separation cases, tackling both financial and child matters arising from relationship breakdown. Ann is dedicated to providing a personalised, efficient and cost-effective service and appreciates the distress relationship breakdown can bring especially when it involves children. She works closely with her clients to guide and support them through the legal process, minimising stress as much as possible. Ann also provides advice on wills, probate, and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
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Such a lovely lady, very thorough and helpful, recommend her to anyone
Ann was always available and replied quickly to emails and phone calls
Good communication keeping me informed
Michael Rigby
Chesworths
Longton
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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4.4 score
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34 reviews
Highly proficient at tackling any divorce or family issue, Michael is recognised as one of the area's leading family lawyers with a career spanning 40 years. Whether it is divorce, separation, financial disputes, or matters concerning children, he offers detailed, considerate and effective advice. A member of Resolution, Michael...
Highly proficient at tackling any divorce or family issue, Michael is recognised as one of the area’s leading family lawyers with a career spanning 40 years. Whether it is divorce, separation, financial disputes, or matters concerning children, he offers detailed, considerate and effective advice. A member of Resolution, Michael is keen to conclude cases in a constructive and non-confrontational manner, while maintaining his reputation as a firm but fair negotiator as the need arises.
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Really helpful and sorted everything quickly
Great solicitors
Very helpful and professional
Sharon Whiston
Salmons Solicitors
Stoke-on-Trent
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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4.5 score
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39 reviews
With an excellent reputation built over 20 years, Sharon has established a strong practice exclusively in family law. Head of the Family Law team, she is passionate about making a difference to her clients and empowering them to make positive decisions about their future. Sharon can help with divorce,...
With an excellent reputation built over 20 years, Sharon has established a strong practice exclusively in family law. Head of the Family Law team, she is passionate about making a difference to her clients and empowering them to make positive decisions about their future. Sharon can help with divorce, separation, disputes relating to children, financial settlements, domestic abuse cases. Her work also includes wealth protection matters including the drafting of cohabitation agreements and pre-nuptial agreements. An accredited family specialist with The Law Society and a member of Resolution, Sharon addresses family disputes in a constructive and non confrontational way.
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I received excellent advice and support throughout my case
Good service and very helpful
Highly recommend
Amie Pine
Poole Alcock Solicitors
Cheshire & Staffordshire
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Amie is highly experienced in all aspects of family law, with a particular emphasis on divorce and financial matters. In her role as Partner at the firm and as a specialist family law solicitor, Amie is regularly instructed in relation to high-value divorce cases and complex matters involving business interests and overseas assets. She has a keen eye for detail and a methodical and forensic approach to resolve matters efficiently and in her client’s best interests. Amie also represents clients in all types of Children Act matters, including complex cases where there are serious Safeguarding concerns, ‘Finding of Fact’ hearings, and matters involving guardians. She is also experienced in dealing with all aspects of cohabitation and separation disputes, including disputes over property under TOLATA. Amie is an accredited Resolution Specialist dealing with financial division and arrangements for children.
Jane Jacques
Poole Alcock Solicitors
Cheshire & Staffordshire
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Jane is a highly experienced family law specialist and Partner at the firm, with a particular specialism in matrimonial disputes and arrangements for children. She works closely with clients to resolve any issues, focusing on their needs in each individual case. Known for building an excellent rapport with her clients and providing them with indispensable advice, Jane is able to offer her expertise on family issues that include divorce, Child Arrangements Orders, Non-Molestation Orders, and financial remedy proceedings. She is also very experienced in advising in police divorce and the unique issues posed by the division of public sector pensions. A member of Resolution, Jane adopts a sensitive and constructive approach to disputes, seeking to come to an amicable resolution wherever possible.
Tim Edgeley
Poole Alcock Solicitors
Cheshire & Staffordshire
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4.7 score
71 Reviews
Offering professional, knowledgeable and robust advice and representation to his clients, Tim is an experienced family solicitor and Partner at this long established law firm. With a career surpassing 20 years, he specialises in all areas of family law including divorce, civil partnership dissolution, financial disputes (including high-value cases) and the arrangements for children post-separation. Priding himself on offering practical, honest guidance, Tim’s aim is to meet the objectives of his clients with as little exposure as possible to acrimony and cost. He will seek out a compromise where available, but has a reputation as a formidable advocate and will fight hard for his clients if required.
Lisa Ball
Poole Alcock Solicitors
Cheshire & Staffordshire
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4.7 score
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A supportive and compassionate family solicitor, Lisa offers specialist representation, advice and support on all issues pertaining to the separated family, including children and complex financial issues. A Partner at the firm, she has particular expertise in high-value divorce cases, as well as representing parents, grandparents and other family members in relation to arrangements for children following a relationship breakdown. Known for her empathetic and efficient approach, combining sensitivity with robustness, Lisa forms excellent working relationships with her clients, and aims to achieve the best possible outcome at what is often an emotional and stressful time for them.
Chloe Burgis
Poole Alcock Solicitors
Cheshire & Staffordshire
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4.7 score
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Chloe is a solicitor within the family team and deals with all aspects of family law including marriage and relationship breakdowns, arrangements for children, financial provision, divorce, and nuptial agreements. She is a member of Resolution, and as such works with clients on matters adopting a non-confrontational approach to resolving disputes, whilst ensuring the best possible outcome for clients. Chloe is professional, yet friendly and approachable. When instructing Chloe, you can be assured that the person handling your case will treat you with the sensitivity and care that you need.
Helen Stoller
Poole Alcock Solicitors
Alsager
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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Adept at dealing with a broad spectrum of family matters that arise from a relationship breakdown, Helen brings compassion, tenacity and strategic thinking to her role as a family lawyer and divorce solicitor. She provides advice on divorce, separation, matrimonial finances, arrangements for children and nuptial agreements. Helen is extremely...
Adept at dealing with a broad spectrum of family matters that arise from a relationship breakdown, Helen brings compassion, tenacity and strategic thinking to her role as a family lawyer and divorce solicitor. She provides advice on divorce, separation, matrimonial finances, arrangements for children and nuptial agreements. Helen is extremely proficient in advising clients in relation to the financial aspects of their separation and is committed to negotiation and compromise as a means of reaching a long term, workable solution. She also has a keen interest in supporting families to reach arrangements for their children and has recently acted for clients involved in complex Finding of Fact hearings where there were serious safeguarding concerns and in relation to emergency applications involving internal relocation and issues of parental alienation. Helen is also a member of Resolution and an accredited specialist in relation to private law children and complex financial remedies and takes a supportive and non-confrontational approach to her role as family solicitor, providing clients with a personal and tailored service.
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Donna Riley
Hibberts Solicitors
Crewe
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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39 reviews
Exceptionally popular with clients for her thorough yet supportive approach, Donna has an enviable track record in successfully handling family matters and has practised exclusively in family law since 1997. Head of the Private Family Law team, a specialist family lawyer and a Senior Chartered Legal Executive, she has...
Exceptionally popular with clients for her thorough yet supportive approach, Donna has an enviable track record in successfully handling family matters and has practised exclusively in family law since 1997. Head of the Private Family Law team, a specialist family lawyer and a Senior Chartered Legal Executive, she has wide expertise on divorce, financial disputes (including property and pensions), private children law proceedings, cohabitation matters, civil partnership issues and change of name declarations. As a member of Resolution and an accredited specialist in private children law and complex financial remedies, Donna strongly believes in conducting matters in a constructive and non-confrontational way where possible, but will engage in tough negotiation where necessary.
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Very helpful
Nice and friendly staff
A fantastic all round legal firm
Sarah Jones
Farnfields Solicitors
Warminster
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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4.9 score
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145 reviews
Providing a bespoke service to her clients with compassion and common sense, following the breakdown of a relationship, Sarah is a well respected Partner and Head of the Family and Mediation, and Dispute Resolution Departments. Advocating a constructive and non-confrontational approach to family matters, she provides high quality advice...
Providing a bespoke service to her clients with compassion and common sense, following the breakdown of a relationship, Sarah is a well respected Partner and Head of the Family and Mediation, and Dispute Resolution Departments. Advocating a constructive and non-confrontational approach to family matters, she provides high quality advice on a range of issues for both married and unmarried couples, with a particular specialism in complex assets such as inherited wealth, farms, businesses and foreign property, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. Sarah encourages her clients to reach early, practical and cost-effective solutions to their concerns, offering collaborative law and mediation services as alternatives to the court process. She is a member of Resolution, an accredited Resolution specialist, a member of The Law Society Family Mediation Panel, a Professional Practice Consultant (PPC) for mediation and a member of the Family Mediators Association.
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Helped me enormously
Always friendly, good atmosphere, very professional
Sarah was very quick, thorough, proactive
Greta Williamson
A H Brooks & Co
Leek
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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22 reviews
With a commitment to offering pragmatic advice, Greta is a highly accomplished Managing Director and sole owner of this long established law firm. She manages a diverse mix of family and matrimonial cases including divorce, separation, cohabitation disputes, civil partnerships, pre-nuptial agreements and issues relating to children. Clients value...
With a commitment to offering pragmatic advice, Greta is a highly accomplished Managing Director and sole owner of this long established law firm. She manages a diverse mix of family and matrimonial cases including divorce, separation, cohabitation disputes, civil partnerships, pre-nuptial agreements and issues relating to children. Clients value the individual support and understanding that Greta provides as well as her ability to interpret the law and make it work for them and their particular circumstances.
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Angela Gleave
Butcher & Barlow
Sandbach
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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37 reviews
Professional, knowledgeable and empathetic, Angela is a trusted family law solicitor and Partner at this well respected law firm. With a varied client base, she undertakes all forms of family and matrimonial work, with the majority of cases being complex with medium to high value assets, often dealing with...
Professional, knowledgeable and empathetic, Angela is a trusted family law solicitor and Partner at this well respected law firm. With a varied client base, she undertakes all forms of family and matrimonial work, with the majority of cases being complex with medium to high value assets, often dealing with businesses, farms, pensions and spousal maintenance. Angela also represents parents, grandparents and extended family members in disputes relating to arrangements for children, as well as receiving regular instructions concerning special guardian appointments on the recommendation of the Local Authority. A member of Resolution, Angela is focused on finding sensible and cost-effective solutions promoting a non-confrontational approach to family problems. However, she is also able to conduct her own advocacy if court proceedings are required and has appeared before Magistrates, Legal Advisers, District Judges and Circuit Judges.
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She provided expert guidance throughout the process
Prompt, efficient and very professional
There was nothing that Angela didn't deliver
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Ian Hamilton-Fey
Hall Smith Whittingham
Crewe
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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4.8 score
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96 reviews
With over 30 years’ experience in family law and Head of the Family Law Department, Ian is an experienced tactician and negotiator and advises on a wide range of family and matrimonial matters. He has a wealth of knowledge and expertise with a specialism on dealing with complex financial...
With over 30 years’ experience in family law and Head of the Family Law Department, Ian is an experienced tactician and negotiator and advises on a wide range of family and matrimonial matters. He has a wealth of knowledge and expertise with a specialism on dealing with complex financial disputes involving agriculture as part of a divorce. Approaching each case in a professional yet caring manner, Ian prides himself on offering a straightforward and friendly service and has built a strong reputation for his commitment to his clients. His aim is to resolve issues in a proportionate and constructive manner with minimum conflict and expense, although he does not flinch at taking a more tenacious approach where circumstances dictate.
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Feel like I have been dealt with as an individual, with a real relationship
The company kept me informed throughout the process
Wonderful team, communication and efficiency
Louise Martin
Onions & Davies
Market Drayton
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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4.2 score
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13 reviews
An extremely thorough, compassionate and intelligent specialist family lawyer and divorce solicitor, Louise heads up the Family Law team and advises on divorce and separation, financial settlements following divorce, child arrangements orders, disputes between unmarried couples, and pre-nuptial agreements. A member of Resolution and a family mediator, she assists...
An extremely thorough, compassionate and intelligent specialist family lawyer and divorce solicitor, Louise heads up the Family Law team and advises on divorce and separation, financial settlements following divorce, child arrangements orders, disputes between unmarried couples, and pre-nuptial agreements. A member of Resolution and a family mediator, she assists former partners and parents to reach decisions about their finances, property and matters concerning their children through the process of mediation, rather than through the court process. However, if required, she is able to represent her clients in court. Highly valued and recommended by her clients and colleagues, Louise is noted for her clear, confident, and concise advice, which is always delivered with compassion and empathy.
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Very good service & advice
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Melanie Sumner
Dixon Rigby Keogh
Sandbach
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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4.4 score
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16 reviews
With over 25 years’ experience in handling family law cases including divorce, ancillary relief, children matters and cohabitation disputes, Melanie brings an intelligent, organised, and supportive approach to her work. Offering her clients a personalised service which considers their best interests throughout, she is committed to compromise and negotiation...
With over 25 years’ experience in handling family law cases including divorce, ancillary relief, children matters and cohabitation disputes, Melanie brings an intelligent, organised, and supportive approach to her work. Offering her clients a personalised service which considers their best interests throughout, she is committed to compromise and negotiation in order to bring about a settlement amicably and speedily without expensive court proceedings. However, if court action is required, she is a persistent and confident litigator and clients will find themselves in very capable hands.
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Amy Walklate
Amy Walklate Family Law
Leek
Serving Clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area.
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4.3 score
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13 reviews
Recognised as one of the most respected family lawyers in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area with a unique approach to client care, Amy is Founder and Managing Director of this specialist family law firm. With over 25 years’ practising exclusively in family law, she provides advice and assistance on complex divorce...
Recognised as one of the most respected family lawyers in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area with a unique approach to client care, Amy is Founder and Managing Director of this specialist family law firm. With over 25 years’ practising exclusively in family law, she provides advice and assistance on complex divorce cases, children matters including parental alienation, and financial disputes involving individuals of high-net-worth, businesses, farms, tax issues, asset disposal, emergency orders and pensions. Amy prides herself on taking the time to listen to what her clients are seeking and what their expectations are before offering a practical and realistic way forward. She is a committed member of Resolution, an accredited specialist in complex lower income financial remedies and children law private and a member of The Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme.
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Family Law Glossary
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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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