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The 16 Best Divorce Lawyers & Family Solicitors in Northampton & Nearby

16 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Joanne Major

Major Family Law     National    

4.9 score
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447 reviews
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An exceptionally well regarded figure in the field of Family Law, Joanne offers clear-sighted, shrewd, and carefully considered advice on all aspects of divorce and family law. She is consistently hailed by clients for her exceptional care, wisdom, and staunch dedication to serving their best interests. Founder and Managing...
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Her advice has empowered me to negotiate both a legal and fair settlement So impressed with Joanne she made the information I required clear Joanne's advice was excellent, I cannot recommend this service highly enough
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Rachel Adams

DFA Law     Northampton    

4.7 score
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95 reviews
Listed in both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, Rachel Adams is a highly regarded family law solicitor and Head of the Family Team at this well-known firm. Known for her compassionate, clear and practical approach, she advises clients across the full range of family law matters, with...
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They were very prompt and clear with there communications Showing her excellent knowledge to answer my concerns and questions Caring and reliable service
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Simon Leach

Family Law Group     Northampton    

4.6 score
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69 reviews
Regularly appearing in the media as a commentator on topical Family Law issues, Simon Leach is a highly respected family lawyer with over 35 years’ specialist experience. Managing Director of this widely regarded firm serving clients locally, he is known for his depth of knowledge, clear and incisive advice,...
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Great advice from our solicitor who was very friendly and knowledgeable We have and will continue to recommend to anyone You have been a huge support and am forever grateful
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Katie Herrod

Tollers     Northampton    

4.3 score
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63 reviews
Katie Herrod has 28 years of legal experience and specialises in helping those who have come to the end of a relationship with their legal obligations. Known for her clear, constructive and practical advice, she represents clients in numerous Family Law matters, including divorce, dissolution of civil partnerships, TOLATA...
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Excellent service Excellent service, very prompt response to questions Friendly and professional

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Sally Robinson

HCR Law     Northampton    

5.0 score
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6 reviews
Sally Robinson has 22 years of experience, exclusively in Family Law. Known for being passionate about supporting those navigating the challenges and emotions of a relationship’s end, she is a Partner and Head of a Family Team at a respected law firm. She offers advice and robust representation to...
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Ruth Taylor

Ruth Taylor Family Law     Northampton    

4.4 score
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20 reviews
With over 40 years of experience working exclusively in Family Law, Ruth Taylor brings exceptional insight and dedication to supporting clients through some of life’s most challenging circumstances. She is known for providing clear, strategic and compassionate advice across all aspects of matrimonial law and has founded her own...
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Go through the whole process to make sure I understood where I stood Her professional and friendly manner was second to none Ruth Taylor helped me, and went above and beyond

Beresford Kennedy

Borneo Martell Turner Coulston     Northampton    

4.2 score
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77 reviews
Head of the Family Law team at a highly respected law firm, Beresford Kennedy is a barrister with over 20 years of experience advising on matters arising from relationship breakdown. He specialises in financial settlements following separation and divorce, including cases involving property, business interests, pensions, trusts, and complex...
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Showed utmost respect for me and absolute highest recommendation Nothing too much trouble, With me every step of the way The service was outstanding, advice given clear and reassuring

Sam Carter

Major Family Law     National    

4.9 score
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447 reviews
Sam Carter is a highly esteemed Family Law specialist who is known for his outcome and client focused approach and has earned recognition for his expertise in matrimonial law as a ‘Leading Associate’ in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500. Legal Director at this Legal 500 ‘Top Tier’...
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Happy to answer questions while offering pragmatic and sensible advice Absolute first class service from all at Major Family Law Sam has been a constant calm presence

Laura Martin-Read

EMW Law     Northampton    

4.7 score
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161 reviews
Laura Martin-Read is a highly experienced family lawyer who advises high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs on all aspects of a relationship breakdown. Her work covers divorce, financial claims, children disputes and the preparation of pre- and post-nuptial and cohabitation agreements. She is particularly skilled in complex financial matters involving business...
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Great people offering great service, highly recommended Solved my case effectively and professionally Fantastic company, the lawyers are very competent and trustworthy
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Penny Uro

Hunter and Uro     Northampton    

Over 15 years of experience underpin Penny Uro’s Family Law practice, having qualified as a solicitor in 2009. She is a well-respected adviser, known for her ability to quickly understand a client’s individual circumstances and provide clear, practical guidance from the outset. Penny advises on a wide range of...
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Felicity Lister

Family Law Consultants     Northampton    

5.0 score
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1 reviews
Felicity Lister is a qualified Chartered Legal Executive with a longstanding focus on Family Law, and is highly regarded in the local area for her responsiveness, practical approach, and depth of legal expertise. She advises on a diverse spectrum of issues stemming from relationship breakdowns, including divorce, financial disputes,...
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She has been a good listener, professional & been there consistently throughout She always kept to her promises and over delivered in terms of service I recommend Felicity and the company highly - outstanding service

Claire Trundley

HCB Solicitors     Northampton    

4.2 score
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66 reviews
Senior Solicitor Claire Trundley has more than 25 years of experience supporting clients through the challenges of divorce and other family issues. As Head of Family Law, she advises on a wide range of matters, including separation, financial disputes, private children cases and injunction proceedings. Claire is known for...
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Excellent service, highly recommend for all your legal services Very friendly and professional staff Claire is amazing at her job and very helpful - I will recommend this place

Alishia Marrocco

Howes Percival     Northampton    

3.9 score
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29 reviews
Director of Family Services, Alishia is a highly competent solicitor who is experienced in all aspects of marriage and relationship breakdown. She offers specialist representation, advice and support on separation, divorce, dissolution of civil partnerships, financial proceedings, disputes relating to children, domestic violence and cohabitation disputes. As a member...
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Very approachable and professional, would highly recommend Excellent in all aspects We wouldn't go anywhere else
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Lisa Churchill

Sills & Betteridge     Northampton    

4.2 score
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15 reviews
Lisa Churchill is a Partner at a top-tier, award-winning firm, which is recognised in The Legal 500 for her expertise in Family Law. With extensive experience in divorce, financial disputes and child arrangement matters, she advises clients across a broad spectrum of cases, including high-value financial remedy claims, public...
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Great service, my issue was dealt with swiftly and efficiently Absolutely fantastic solicitors, I was treated very, very well Would recommend these solicitors, made the whole process easy and understandable
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Sarah Chan

Seatons     Kettering    

4.7 score
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226 reviews
Sarah Chan started her career as a Chartered Legal Executive and has more than 30 years of legal experience. Now a Director and Head of the Matrimonial Department, she advises on a wide range of matters arising from relationship breakdown, including divorce, civil partnership dissolution, financial disputes, children issues,...
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Great communication & service provided by the whole team Great service, kept me up to speed throughout the process Seatons were very efficient, polite and kind, given our sensitive circumstances