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The 12 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Pontefract & Nearby

12 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Sarah Barr Young

Stowe Family Law     Leeds
Serving Clients in Pontefract

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

    

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4.4 score
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1445 reviews
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Wiselaw has undertaken additional research into this individual's experience, skills and track record in order for them to be listed as a Recommended Solicitor.

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...
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Dealt with everything in a timely, efficient & reassuring way Very friendly clear precise information and guidance Handled my case with professionalism and courtesy
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Mark Heptinstall

Slater Heelis     West Yorkshire
Serving Clients in Pontefract

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

    

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4.9 score
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1303 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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We were very pleased with the excellent service Mark Heptinstall guided me through, step by step, calmly and clearly Without doubt the most amazing solicitor
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Clare Peckett

Switalskis Solicitors     Pontefract
Serving Clients in Pontefract

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

    

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4.4 score
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30 reviews
Responsible for the growth and development of family law services across all offices, Clare is a highly accomplished family law specialist and one of the firm's directors and has specialised in family law matters since 1993. She is able to advise married and cohabiting couples on all family related...
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Deborah McBurney

Wright & Co     Pontefract
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Pontefract area.

    

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4.7 score
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24 reviews
Having practised exclusively in family law for 30 years, Deborah is a highly accomplished specialist in her field. She provides advice on a wide spectrum of matters with particular expertise in public law children cases including care proceedings brought by the Local Authority, as well as assisting with negotiating...
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I have recommended to others and I will be using again Made me feel at ease A good result with a matrimonial issue

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Jan Stephenson

CLS Solicitors     Pontefract
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Pontefract area.

    

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3.7 score
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20 reviews
With almost 30 years working in family law, Jan started her career as a paralegal before qualifying as a solicitor in 2006. She is well versed in all areas of family law, including divorce, separation, cohabitation matters, financial disputes, and relationship agreements such as pre-nuptial agreements and separation agreements....
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Stephanie Pollitt

Carters Solicitors     Pontefract
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Pontefract area.

    

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4.7 score
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35 reviews
Specialising in family law since 1998, Stephanie prides herself on bringing sensitivity and compassion to her role. A Director at the firm, she has considerable experience in divorce and children work, with a particular specialism in children law matters and domestic abuse. She regularly represents parents in care proceedings...
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Barbara Stevens

Hartley & Worstenholme     Castleford
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Pontefract area.

    

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3.2 score
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43 reviews
Bringing over 30 years' experience, Barbara handles a busy caseload as a senior solicitor at this reputable law firm. Specialising in matrimonial and children law, she offers advice and assistance with divorce and children arrangements as well as family finance, property and pension disputes/settlements arising out of divorce, cohabitee...
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Rebecca Sargent

Ramsdens Solicitors     Wakefield
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Pontefract area.

    

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4.6 score
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7 reviews
Noted as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500, Rebecca is a Partner in the Family Team at this award-winning full service law firm. She can guide her clients on all family law issues from divorce and associated financial disputes, Children Act proceedings and applications...
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Great company Helped me with a difficult situation Highly recommended

Chris Burns

Lupton Fawcett     Leeds
Serving Clients in Pontefract

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

    

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3.7 score
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36 reviews
Partner and Head of the Family Team, Chris has been providing high quality legal advice and representation for over 27 years. Acting on behalf of a variety of professional and private clients, he deals with the full range of family law matters with a specialism in complex financial and...
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Excellent and knowledgeable professionals Professional, friendly, knowledgeable

Lucy Phipps

Weightmans     Leeds
Serving Clients in Pontefract

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

    

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4.3 score
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9 reviews
Described as practical, down-to-earth and a serious match for her opponents, Lucy is a Partner and widely respected family lawyer and divorce solicitor at this award-winning law firm. She has particular strengths in divorce, separation and the financial and children matters associated with a relationship breakdown. Lucy’s work in...
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Courteous, professional and they kept me well informed Provided me with sound, clear, and practical legal advice

Rebecca Baker

Catteralls Solicitors     Wakefield
Serving Clients in Pontefract

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

    

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4.5 score
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69 reviews
A Partner and Head of the Family Law Department, Rebecca is a highly experienced and respected family law solicitor practising in a diverse range of family law services. With over 20 years' experience, she advises on divorce, resolution of financial issues, disputes involving children, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, cohabitation...
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Highly recommended solicitor Very friendly, professional and fast service Fast and efficient

Gareth Long

JWP Solicitors     Wakefield
Serving Clients in Pontefract

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

    

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4.0 score
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29 reviews
Qualifying as a solicitor in 2003, Gareth is a Partner and Head of the Family Department at this widely respected law firm. Well-known for his ability to work with detailed and complex cases, he can assist with all aspects of divorce and separation, financial issues, cohabitee disputes and matters...
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Explained everything in a simple way Gareth was professional, knowledgeable and friendly Thoroughly recommend him

Rebecca Payne

Chadwick Lawrence     Wakefield
Serving Clients in Pontefract

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

    

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3.8 score
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57 reviews
One of the firm’s Partners and practising in family law since 2007, Rebecca offers advice and representation on the full range of matters including divorce, financial disputes, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, separation agreements, disputes between cohabitees and private law children matters. Throughout her career, she has maintained a particular...
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Very helpful and understanding, knowledgeable and explained everything The service is always fantastic, very personable and great to work with Very good service, quick response time and friendly

Ann Robinson

Blacks     Central Leeds
Serving Clients in Pontefract

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

    

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4.2 score
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437 reviews
Partner and Head of the Family Law team, Ann brings over 30 years’ experience to her role and is a skilled expert in financial cases associated with a relationship breakdown. Her work involves advising in complex cases involving businesses, pensions, and overseas assets, often representing high-net-worth individuals. Ann is...
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Kept us up to date throughout the entire process They did not disappoint at all Wouldn't hesitate to recommend

Gabbie Clasper

Silk Family Law     Leeds
Serving Clients in Pontefract

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

    

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4.7 score
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14 reviews
An exceptionally talented family law specialist who has a reputation for her depth of legal knowledge and her ability to manage complex matters, Gabbie is highly regarded in the field of family law. She brings over 30 years’ experience to her work, specialising in divorce and the related matrimonial...
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Very helpful and provided guidance to make the best decision for our situation Would definitely use this law firm if required in the future The team simplified all the ambiguous language

Steven Eldridge

Thornton Jones Solicitors     Wakefield
Serving Clients in Pontefract

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

    

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4.7 score
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84 reviews
Steven is an expert no-nonsense family specialist with a wealth of experience in all elements of family law. Partner and Head of the Family Law team, he has a formidable reputation for being able to handle even the most complex cases, and is highly sought-after for his tough litigation...
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Explaining everything very clearly Nothing is too much trouble Expertise and astuteness

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