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The 21 Best Divorce Lawyers & Family Solicitors in York

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Charlotte Beck

Slater Heelis     York
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the York area.

    

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Offering exceptional legal knowledge, client care, and a unique drive to achieve success for her clients, Charlotte Beck is a highly sought-after Family Law solicitor. A Director at this widely acclaimed law firm, she has an excellent track record in a broad spectrum of family and matrimonial cases involving...
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Professional in handling my case with a terrific result We were very pleased with the excellent service Very helpful, very professional staff
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Christopher Birch

Stowe Family Law     York
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4.4 score
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2174 reviews
Consistently praised for his expert negotiation skills and high success rate in family law cases, Christopher Birch is Managing Partner at this highly acclaimed specialist family law firm. Renowned for his sharp, knowledgeable, and no-nonsense approach, he offers exceptional advice on all matrimonial and family law matters and has...
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Handled my case with professionalism and courtesy Made a difficult time easier thank you Nothing was too much trouble. Sensitive and friendly
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Nicki Mitchell

Jones Myers Family Law     York
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With accolades that include being listed in The Legal 500 (2025 edition) and the Chambers & Partners (2024 edition), Nicki Mitchel is a highly respected family specialist offering practical, pragmatic and cost-effective solutions to clients. With 25 years of experience, she has a good track record of securing settlements...
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Paul Lancaster

Blacks     York
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Partner Paul Lancaster is an expert Family Law solicitor, known for being “reassuring and supportive” and for his ability to focus on the points that matter to achieve excellent results. With decades of experience in matrimonial law, he is particularly known for advising on complex financial settlements following divorce,...
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Their clear communication and prompt responses made the process stress-free They were always helpful, professional and kept me informed at every stage Always responded promptly and provided a professional service

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James Thornton

James Thornton Family Law     York
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Founder of a specialist Family Law firm, James Thornton is known for his substantial skill in this niche area, bringing more than two decades of experience advising individuals and families through complex relationship breakdowns. He provides strategic guidance on divorce, separation and financial matters, frequently acting in cases involving...
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I would highly recommend James for any family law proceedings James has been super helpful, efficient and transparent throughout James was professional, responsive, and transparent
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Claire Withers

Kingston Family Law     York
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18 reviews
An expert negotiator who is commended by her clients for her “excellent, first-class service”, Managing Director Claire Withers is widely respected across the North and North East region for her expertise in family and matrimonial law. Handling a broad spectrum of matters over a 20 year career, she advises...
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Claire was extremely professional, extremely grateful for everything she did Claire & Alicia are very knowledgeable and respond quickly to any queries Don’t know how I would have managed without their unwavering support

Frank Arndt

Paradigm Family Law     York
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the York area.

    

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4.8 score
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20 reviews
A founding partner of an award-winning and niche family law firm, Frank Arndt is a dual-qualified Solicitor in England & Wales and Rechsandwalt in Germany. He is also a qualified Judge in Germany and mediator. Taking instructions on various issues, he has experience with Trust of Land and Appointment...
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Sarah Snow

Andrew Jackson Solicitors     York
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the York area.

    

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3.3 score
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14 reviews
Supporting a diverse group of clients in a wide range of Family Law matters, Sarah Snow has 15 years of experience helping individuals navigate the challenges of relationship breakdown. She advises on divorce, separation, complex financial applications, private children proceedings, nuptial agreements, separation agreements and cohabitation disputes. Sarah also...
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Friendly, knowledgeable solicitor Highly professional and very helpful

Vicki McLynn

Slater Heelis     York
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the York area.

    

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4.9 score
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1713 reviews
Recognised as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in The Legal 500, Vicki McLynn is a highly-rated family and divorce solicitor with numerous other accolades, including being highlighted in Chambers & Partners and City Wealth. Her considerable experience and knowledge across English and international Family Law is well respected and she is...
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We were very pleased with the excellent service Thank you for your steady and very capable handling of my case I felt handled with compassion and patience

Iain Cutts

Ison Harrison     York
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the York area.

    

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4.4 score
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48 reviews
A highly regarded Family Law professional, Iain Cutts has spent more than 30 years helping clients navigate the legal and personal challenges that can arise following a relationship breakdown. Known for his approachable, committed and determined manner, he advises on a wide range of family and matrimonial matters, including...
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A friendly and professional service, where nothing is too much trouble Friendly, dedicated, and professional Great service from the team at Ison Harrison, would highly recommend
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Mark Day

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

    

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4.8 score
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18 reviews
With 30 years of experience, Partner Mark Day provides guidance and representation to clients navigating the end of a relationship. Having exclusively practised Family Law since qualification, he is capable of supporting clients in a wide range of matters, specialising in the financial ramifications of divorce and separation. He...
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Friendly, knowledgeable and professional, I felt very comfortable there Outstanding service Helped me through a very difficult time, I could not fault them

Juliet Walker

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

    

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3.7 score
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37 reviews
Collaborative Lawyer Juliet Walker is a Consultant Solicitor with over 25 years of experience supporting clients through a wide range of Family Law matters. She places strong emphasis on resolving disputes away from court wherever possible, drawing on her collaborative and mediation skills to achieve constructive outcomes. Juliet regularly...
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Helpful and friendly staff, took time to explain procedures They are extremely knowledgeable and experienced Great solicitors, friendly staff

Nicky Goodman

Nicky Goodman & Co     York
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the York area.

    

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4.5 score
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4 reviews
Award-winning Family Law solicitor Nicky Goodman is known for her talent in supporting clients through the challenges of the end of a relationship. Delivering an empathetic and understanding service as the Founder of a specialised legal firm, she has 39 years of experience, taking instructions in a wide variety...
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Her team is equally wonderful Could not find anyone to match her ability as a solicitor From the very beginning, she made me feel heard and understood

Juliette Kilkenny

Crombie Wilkinson     York
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the York area.

    

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3.8 score
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37 reviews
Chartered Legal Executive and Senior Associate Juliette Kilkenny has 17 years of experience in Family Law. Helping clients through many different aspects of a relationship breakdown, she takes instructions in divorce, separation agreements, financial remedy, protective injunctions, division of pensions, nuptial agreements, care proceedings, domestic abuse and children law....
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Solicitor was very helpful Friendly and relaxed Thoroughly professional

John Wilson

National Legal Service     York
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the York area.

    

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4.6 score
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18 reviews
Holding a strong reputation for his work in family law, John has practised in this area for 35 years, making him one of the region’s most experienced family lawyers and divorce solicitors. He has expertise in a range of matters but his strengths lie in children cases. John is...
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Understanding, professional and did his absolute best to help me Fantastic work, helped me achieve my outcome, very professional I am very happy with his service and 100% recommend him

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Chris Burns

Flint Bishop     York
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the York area.

    

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4.0 score
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49 reviews
Partner and Head of the Family team, Chris Burns is a dedicated and accomplished family solicitor with 30 years of experience providing clients with clear, incisive advice. Working with a broad range of private and professional clients, he specialises in complex financial and children matters, frequently involving international issues,...
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Immediately filled me with confidence and ease Professional, prompt, courteous and fabulous Excellent service made a difficult and worrying process so much easier

Simon Nellar

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

    

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4.7 score
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282 reviews
A Partner and Head of Family Law, Simon Nellar is an established member of this law firm, offering expert advice and representation in family law matters. His work is centred on the provision of support for various matters following a relationship breakdown, including divorce, separation, claims for maintenance, money,...
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Explained matters in a straightforward manner Offered practical advice Went above and beyond

Kiren Dulkoan

Ardent Law     York
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the York area.

    

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4.8 score
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6 reviews
With a career which spans two decades, Kiren Dulkoan is a skilled and well-respected family law solicitor working for a well-respected firm. A member of Resolution, she is a trained collaborative lawyer and prefers to resolve disputes outside of court in amicable and constructive processes. Known for her practical...
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She was absolutely brilliant I knew I was in very safe hands Kiren was extremely understanding, supportive and empathic
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Claire Rutter

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

    

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3.5 score
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11 reviews
Partner Claire Rutter has 25 years of experience in Family Law, with a significant focus on divorce and the financial consequences of relationship breakdown. She advises clients on a wide range of complex financial matters, including cases involving family businesses, farming and agricultural assets, multiple properties and substantial pension...
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Always helped when needed, can't fault them at all Very helpful solicitors Brilliant solicitors, wouldn't go anywhere else.

Jill Rucklidge

Rucklidge Law     Selby
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the York area.

    

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31 reviews
Founder of a specialist Family Law firm which supports clients in the community, Jill Rucklidge and her team aim to provide an approachable yet steadfast service to clients following a relationship breakdown. Her expertise spans over 20 years, providing advice and representation on divorce and separation, financial disputes, and...
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Lovely, caring and sympathetic, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Rucklidges Jill was always there to listen to me and gave me amazing advice Their services throughout, have been outstanding
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