The 18 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Wakefield & Nearby
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International Child Abduction
Inheritance Disputes
Asst Tracing & Hidden Assets
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Sarah Barr Young
Stowe Family Law
West Yorkshire
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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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...
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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Came via a recommendation and I cannot recommend them more
Exceptional advocates
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Mark Heptinstall
Slater Heelis
West Yorkshire
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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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’,...
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’, Mark provides advice and representation to a varied client base, from business owners and professionals, to parents and spouses, to sportspeople and clients with international connections. His authority in family law is further underpinned by him holding two part-time judicial appointments: as a Deputy District Judge dealing with all types of civil and family cases, and as a Recorder specialising in more complex private and public law children proceedings. He is also authorised as a specialist complex financial remedies/family money Judge. As is to be expected, Mark practises in all areas of family law, with a particular specialism in family finances including high-value or complex cases in relation to contested trusts, estates, property, pensions, inheritances, and Court of Protection matters. He is noted for his calm and insightful analysis and can progress matters through the court process or by using a more collaborative approach to assist a settlement – he is a trained collaborative lawyer and a member of Resolution. Recognised for yet another year as a ‘Leading Individual’ in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500 and ranked in Chambers UK, Mark is described as a “true professional” with clients commenting on his exceptional knowledge of the law whilst maintaining a compassionate approach.
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I would highly recommend Mark Heptinstall
Professional in handling my case with a terrific result
A fantastic job dealing with everything professionally and quickly
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Rebecca Payne
Chadwick Lawrence
Wakefield
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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3.8 score
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59 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...
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 interest in advising on financial settlements arising from divorce and has a depth of experience ranging from cases where there are limited assets (and the objective is to reach a settlement that meets the needs of all parties) to medium and high-value financial disputes frequently involving pensions. A member of Resolution and collaboratively trained, Rebecca encourages couples to take a non-confrontational approach to resolving matters arising from their divorce or separation without the need for contested court cases.
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Very good service, quick response time and friendly
The service is always fantastic, very personable and great to work with
Very helpful and understanding, knowledgeable and explained everything
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Rebecca Baker
Catteralls Solicitors
Wakefield
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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4.5 score
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70 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...
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 disputes and injunctions. A member of The Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme and Resolution, Rebecca is committed to resolving disputes in a constructive and conciliatory manner and prides herself in her ability to relate to clients quickly at the outset of a matter, to assure them and to break down the various legal steps that may be required.
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Highly recommended solicitor
Explained everything at each stage and went above and beyond
Always friendly & approachable, nothing too much trouble
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Gareth Long
JWP Solicitors
Wakefield
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield 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...
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 relating to children. A member of Resolution and holding an accredited specialism in complex lower income financial remedies and children law private, Gareth is passionate about providing sound, sensible legal advice alongside excellent service, ensuring the best outcome for his clients. He also has wide ranging advocacy experience and deals with a variety of complex matters before the County and High Courts.
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Gareth was professional, knowledgeable and friendly
Thoroughly recommend him
Really, really helpful
Steven Eldridge
Thornton Jones Solicitors
Wakefield
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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4.7 score
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85 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...
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 skills. Dealing with a varied caseload ranging from divorce and separation to matters relating to children and pre-nuptial agreements, he is particularly skilled in complex financial cases involving medium to high-net-worth finances and is a Resolution accredited specialist in this area. Steven’s clients appreciate his pragmatic, yet sympathetic approach and his ability to think outside the box to find the most suitable resolution to their matter.
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Expertise and astuteness
I was very confident in them
Friendly and welcoming
Clare Peckett
Switalskis Solicitors
Wakefield
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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3.9 score
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53 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...
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 matters with particular expertise in complex financial issues arising from a relationship breakdown or divorce. Clare is also experienced in child law cases, including residence and contact issues following divorce, as well as adoption. She leads her team to ensure their clients are provided with all the information from start to finish, allowing them to make informed decisions which best suit their personal situation.
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Would recommend to anyone
Very compassionate and understanding
Friendly, professional and knowledgeable staff
Verified: Leading Lawyer Award since 9th Dec 2021
Rebecca Sargent
Ramsdens Solicitors
Wakefield
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield 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...
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 under the Family Law Act 1996, to domestic abuse cases, forced marriages and children work. Rebecca provides regular representation to parents in court on applications under the Children Act 1989 which includes applications for child arrangement orders. She is noted for providing clear and constructive advice on all aspects of family law, with clients often commenting on her sensitive, approachable and flexible manner.
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Great company
Helped me with a difficult situation
Highly recommended
Daniel Sugaré
Sugare & Co
East Leeds
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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4.8 score
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143 reviews
Appreciated for his friendly and approachable manner, Daniel will always act in the very best interests of his clients and endeavours to obtain the best outcome whether by negotiation or by way of court proceedings. Head of the Family Law Department, he has experience in all areas of family...
Appreciated for his friendly and approachable manner, Daniel will always act in the very best interests of his clients and endeavours to obtain the best outcome whether by negotiation or by way of court proceedings. Head of the Family Law Department, he has experience in all areas of family law including divorce and finance disputes, child arrangement issues, care proceedings, injunctions and disputes between unmarried couples. Clients appreciate Daniel’s professional and effective approach developed over more than 12 years as a family and divorce specialist. View the solicitor’s key information.
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I have always been happy with the service received
Dan and his team at Sugare & Co provided an exceptional service
Listened and took the time to really understand on a human level
Sabeena Din
Milson Legal Solicitors
Leeds
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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5.0 score
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35 reviews
Practising exclusively in family law for over 20 years, Sabeena is founder of this specialist family law firm which prides itself on its modern approach and commitment to client care. She covers a wide range of services representing the needs of married couples, cohabitees, and parents on all family...
Practising exclusively in family law for over 20 years, Sabeena is founder of this specialist family law firm which prides itself on its modern approach and commitment to client care. She covers a wide range of services representing the needs of married couples, cohabitees, and parents on all family related matters with a specific interest in domestic abuse, child arrangement disputes and forced marriages. Sabeena also has significant knowledge of Asian cultural issues arising from family conflicts and is a popular choice for individuals in the Asian community. As a member of Resolution, she seeks to find non-confrontational ways of settling disputes, prioritising the needs of children where appropriate, and is praised for her personable and professional approach. Sabeena is a fluent speaker of five languages: English, Urdu, Mirpuri, Hindi and Punjabi. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Outstanding communication as I was updated every step of the way
Sabeena went above and beyond to handle my case
Sabeena has been brilliant from start to finish
Adrian Clossick
Stewarts
Central Leeds
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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4.0 score
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4 reviews
Described in Chambers UK as a solicitor who is "a respected figure in the market... offers a deep knowledge of matrimonial finance issues. Sources regard him as very bright, enthusiastic and able", Adrian is Head of the Divorce and Family team and a renowned specialist in matrimonial finance. He...
Described in Chambers UK as a solicitor who is “a respected figure in the market… offers a deep knowledge of matrimonial finance issues. Sources regard him as very bright, enthusiastic and able”, Adrian is Head of the Divorce and Family team and a renowned specialist in matrimonial finance. He provides high quality advice and assistance on cases involving trusts (both on and offshore), commercial and tax issues, family businesses, inherited wealth, international aspects and the tracing of assets. He also has considerable expertise in the negotiation of pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements and the treatment of personal injury damages on divorce. Adrian’s work also includes cohabitation claims, including the property rights of unmarried families, as well as disputes relating to children. He is a former Chair of Resolution in the region and remains an active member, as well as an accredited specialist in ancillary relief (HNW), emergency remedies in ancillary relief and cohabitation. Adrian is a trained collaborative lawyer and clients appreciate his ” ability to get straight to the nub of the issue and advise in a very clear and practical way”. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Simply the BEST
Cannot fault in any way
Professional from the first minute to the last
Lucy Phipps
Weightmans
Leeds
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield 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...
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 financial settlements involves complex corporate and business structures, property and land holdings (including farm and agricultural estates), pensions, and trust assets. She also offers assistance in complex children cases which involve allegations of parental alienation, as well as providing representation to parents where permission is being sought from the court to remove children from the country. Lucy represents her clients at all levels of the family court and has been successful in the Court of Appeal. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Courteous, professional and they kept me well informed
Provided me with sound, clear, and practical legal advice
Lyn Ayrton
Lake Legal
Central Leeds
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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This law firm and this lawyer have been highlighted by the Legal 500 as being 'highly capable'.
Regarded as one of the most effective practitioners in family law in the Wakefield area, Lyn is a Senior Partner and Head of the Family Law Team. She has practised exclusively in family law for over 30 years and has invaluable experience in dealing with complex and high value...
Regarded as one of the most effective practitioners in family law in the Wakefield area, Lyn is a Senior Partner and Head of the Family Law Team. She has practised exclusively in family law for over 30 years and has invaluable experience in dealing with complex and high value financial settlements arising from divorce and separation. Listed in The Legal 500 ‘Hall of Fame’, she is described as “truly excellent” and “superb as a technical lawyer, negotiator and advisor to her clients whom she supports to her utmost whilst always being prepared to deliver bad news”. Passionate about alternative forms of dispute resolution, Lyn is a trained collaborative lawyer and a qualified Family Law Arbitrator, one of only a handful in the Yorkshire region. She is also a member of Resolution, a member of the Law Society Family Law Accreditation Scheme and a member of The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. Clients appreciate Lyn’s pragmatic approach and value her sound advice, judgement and experience and she is a regular contributor on radio and in the press, both locally and nationally. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Helen Palmer
Elmhirst Parker
Royston
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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4.3 score
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13 reviews
A vastly experienced family lawyer and divorce solicitor who recognises the need for dialogue and compromise, Helen is known for her empathy and good legal mind. Having worked exclusively in family law, she advises on the full range of matters including divorce and civil partnership dissolution, financial disputes, cohabitation...
A vastly experienced family lawyer and divorce solicitor who recognises the need for dialogue and compromise, Helen is known for her empathy and good legal mind. Having worked exclusively in family law, she advises on the full range of matters including divorce and civil partnership dissolution, financial disputes, cohabitation issues and arrangements relating to children, and always with the goal of helping clients to move on with their lives in a positive way. She is also sought after for her work on drafting pre-nuptial/pre-civil partnership agreements, and cohabitation agreements. Helen is a keen advocate of alternative dispute resolution, however, she is also able to support clients in court proceedings due to her extensive experience of the court system.
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Friendly and helpful
Highly recommended
Knowledgeable and helpful solicitors
Chris Burns
Lupton Fawcett
Leeds
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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3.8 score
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37 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...
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 children cases, often with an international element. His work also regularly involves advising on pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements and cohabitee disputes. With his wealth of experience, together with an empathetic approach, clients describe Chris as a “truly trusted advisor who gives calm and measured legal advice, clearly presenting the options and the various risks and possible results”. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Excellent and knowledgeable professionals
Professional, friendly, knowledgeable
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Andrea Dyer
Ward Hadaway
Central Leeds
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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3.7 score
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7 reviews
Described as offering “impeccable service”, Andrea has specialised in family law for over 30 years and is a Partner in the Family team. Her work covers a broad spectrum of family issues, including divorce and associated financial disputes, children matters, civil partnership dissolution, cohabitee issues and drafting pre-nuptial and...
Described as offering “impeccable service”, Andrea has specialised in family law for over 30 years and is a Partner in the Family team. Her work covers a broad spectrum of family issues, including divorce and associated financial disputes, children matters, civil partnership dissolution, cohabitee issues and drafting pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. She takes a common sense approach to her cases and is valued for her approachability, empathy and accessibility. As a committed member of Resolution, Andrea always aims to achieve a fair settlement for her clients in a cost effective, non-confrontational and constructive way.View the solicitor’s key information.
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Experienced lawyers
Good law firm
Quality advice
Ann Robinson
Blacks
Central Leeds
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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4.2 score
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451 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...
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 also able to assist in complicated property disputes involving cohabitees, including claims under TOLATA 1996 and Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989, as well as private children matters including child arrangement orders, prohibited steps and specific issue orders, and pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements. Highly valued for her tailored, comprehensive advice, personable approach, and support during a difficult time, Ann is recognised in The Legal 500 for her “very good client manner”. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Everything that you'd want from someone giving legal advice
Wouldn't hesitate to recommend
I would recommend Ann's legal service
Justine Osmotherley
Clarion
Central Leeds
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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4.4 score
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47 reviews
Justine has been a specialist matrimonial and family solicitor for over 25 years and heads the Private Client Services team. Dealing with a wide range of clients, typically high-net-worth, she advises on all aspects of divorce and family law with particular expertise in financial disputes and is a Resolution...
Justine has been a specialist matrimonial and family solicitor for over 25 years and heads the Private Client Services team. Dealing with a wide range of clients, typically high-net-worth, she advises on all aspects of divorce and family law with particular expertise in financial disputes and is a Resolution accredited specialist in complex financial provision and domestic violence. Justine also offers advice and assistance on pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. Commended in The Legal 500, Chambers UK and Spear’s 500, she is lauded for her straight talking approach, her impressive technical legal skills and the practical support she provides her clients. Justine is also a trained collaborative lawyer. View the solicitor’s key information.
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Good quality practical legal advice provided quickly
Not your average preconception of what a law firm is like
Amazing solicitors
Alison Barnes
Barnes Clark Family Law
Liversedge
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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5.0 score
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7 reviews
Co-founder of this specialist family law practice established in 2010, Alison has secured a reputation in the Wakefield 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...
Co-founder of this specialist family law practice established in 2010, Alison has secured a reputation in the Wakefield 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 and relationship breakdown, including divorce, separation, and the associated financial and children disputes. As a member of Resolution, Alison is committed to the constructive resolution of family disputes, offering clear advice to achieve the best possible outcome, through negotiation. However, if the need arises, she is able to support her clients through court proceedings as required.
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The process is smooth, professional and well explained from start to end
Staff clearly show they care
Barnes Family Law are amazing
Alison Gaddes
Rucklidge Law
South Hiendley
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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5.0 score
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3 reviews
Alison has over 20 years of experience working in family law. As a highly knowledgeable specialist family lawyer and divorce solicitor, she is repeatedly recommended in The Legal 500. More recently Alison was recognised by The Legal 500 as a ‘Key Lawyer’ in the field of family law. In...
Alison has over 20 years of experience working in family law. As a highly knowledgeable specialist family lawyer and divorce solicitor, she is repeatedly recommended in The Legal 500. More recently Alison was recognised by The Legal 500 as a ‘Key Lawyer’ in the field of family law. In 2008 Alison qualified as a Resolution Accredited Mediator and she is also a trained Child Consultation Mediator. Alison can advise on all matters arising from relationship breakdown, including divorce, civil partnership dissolution, financial settlements, and disputes regarding children.
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She steered me through a seemingly difficult and stressful process expertly
Alison was so lovely, kind and understanding
I have dealt with Alison and she has been brilliant
Victoria Harrington
Harrington Family Law
Brighouse
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
Lawyer Fees
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4.9 score
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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...
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 violence and one of its members, she uses her knowledge and experience to guide clients through the best options available to them with integrity and objectivity. Victoria encourages parties to achieve an early settlement as amicably and constructively as possible, whilst ensuring the interests of the children are kept at the forefront of negotiations.
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Friendly and professional at all time
Trust them implicitly
Understanding, approachable & supportive
Julian Flewitt
Peace Legal
Wombwell
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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4.0 score
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42 reviews
Priding himself on offering the combination of legal expertise and empathy and understanding, Julian has secured his place as one of the more sought after family lawyers and divorce solicitors in the Wakefield area. His work predominantly involves matters concerning children and the representation of individuals suffering domestic abuse....
Priding himself on offering the combination of legal expertise and empathy and understanding, Julian has secured his place as one of the more sought after family lawyers and divorce solicitors in the Wakefield area. His work predominantly involves matters concerning children and the representation of individuals suffering domestic abuse. Part of Julian’s caseload involves advising and acting on behalf of individuals who are involved in care proceedings; regularly assisting parents or extended family members who are concerned about or are involved in court proceedings. Julian is also able to represent children directly or through their Guardian, having been a member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme since 2010. He is also a dedicated member of Resolution.
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Great staff and great solicitors, highly recommend for family matters
Kind and caring about customers
Friendly and able to discuss matters with ease
Deborah Thompson
Howells
Barnsley
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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3.5 score
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40 reviews
Offering a high level of professional advice with empathy and sensitivity, Deborah has been specialising in children law for over 25 years. She represents children, parents, extended family members and individuals who may be involved in the care of children, in complex and challenging cases, often involving the Local...
Offering a high level of professional advice with empathy and sensitivity, Deborah has been specialising in children law for over 25 years. She represents children, parents, extended family members and individuals who may be involved in the care of children, in complex and challenging cases, often involving the Local Authority. Deborah is a member of the Association of Lawyers for Children, and Resolution, and works towards constructive solutions, ensuring that decisions are made that puts the welfare of any children at the heart.
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Sympathetic and practical advice
The right people to have in your corner
Good service
Donna Tilbrook
Best Solicitors
Barnsley
Serving Clients in Wakefield
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Wakefield area.
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4.5 score
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55 reviews
Well respected in the field of family law, Donna is the firm’s Chief Executive Officer and is committed to ensuring that clients receive professional, efficient, expert legal advice and service. With vast experience in all matters relating to family and relationships, she has been involved in a number of...
Well respected in the field of family law, Donna is the firm’s Chief Executive Officer and is committed to ensuring that clients receive professional, efficient, expert legal advice and service. With vast experience in all matters relating to family and relationships, she has been involved in a number of reported cases – all of which demand deep legal expertise and precision. A member of the International Child Abduction Panel, Donna is appointed through the Central Authority to represent left behind parents in child abduction cases. She also takes instructions from the respondents to proceedings, and has acted for guardians in children and international child abduction cases. Donna is also a member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme and is tasked with making critical decisions on how to help vulnerable children and young people.
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Family Law Glossary
Legal terms used on this page
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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