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The 11 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Burnley & Nearby

11 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Phillip A. Rhodes

Slater Heelis     Lancashire    

4.9 score
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1335 reviews
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Known for his professional, tenacious, and no-nonsense approach to cases whilst always acting with consideration, respect and honesty, Philip is a widely sought after family law specialist and a Partner at this reputable full-service law firm. Receiving recognition in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500 as a ‘Recommended...
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Philip was great at guiding me through the process and legal jargon! To say highly recommend doesn’t do justice to the way I feel Clear, concise and efficient service
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Colin Warner

Waddington & Son     Burnley    

Starting his career as a Legal Clerk and now a Director at this highly regarded firm, Colin has an excellent reputation in the field of family law. Well versed in all family related matters including divorce and ancillary relief, he now, almost exclusively, represents children through their Guardians in...
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Gillian Taylor

Donald Race & Newton     Burnley    

4.0 score
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98 reviews
Qualifying as a solicitor in 2006 and specialising in family law, Gillian offers outstanding reassurance and professionalism to her clients. A member of The Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme, she advises a wide range of individuals on family and matrimonial matters including divorce, separation of married and unmarried...
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Excellent advice and service The whole team of solicitors cannot be faulted and I thank them for helping me Efficient firm, very helpful and easy to contact
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Gill Carr

Forbes Solicitors     Blackburn    

3.9 score
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37 reviews
Praised for her thorough and meticulous case preparation and for providing excellent client care, Gill has over 20 years’ experience and is a Partner at this Legal 500 ‘Leading Firm’. She provides advice on a range of family related issues but is sought after for her expertise in cases...
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Excellent company to work with and very professional staff Forbes are excellent solicitors in all matters of law - highly recommended

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Vicki McLynn

Slater Heelis     Lancashire    

4.9 score
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1335 reviews
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...
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Highly recommended Professional in handling my case with a terrific result. Clear, concise and efficient service, and pleasant to deal with too

David Connor

WHN Solicitors     Blackburn    

4.5 score
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13 reviews
A highly respected lawyer in the world of family law, David is an intelligent and tactically astute professional who has been advising on the full spectrum of matters for the last 30 years. Instrumental to the success of the department and one of the longest serving members of the...
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Louise Mitchell

Houldsworth Solicitors     Clitheroe    

5.0 score
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18 reviews
Offering exceptional client care coupled with pragmatic, honest advice, Louise is Head of the Family Law Department with over 19 years’ experience. Representing a range of clients, including parents, grandparents, spouses and cohabitees, she advises on divorce, separation, financial issues arising from a relationship breakdown, dissolution of civil partnerships,...
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Excellent Solicitors Great to deal with Friendly and very professional

Rachel Horman-Brown

Watson Ramsbottom     Blackburn    

4.4 score
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66 reviews
Rachel is an award-winning family law solicitor with an exceptional reputation in cases relating to domestic abuse, stalking, coercive control, harassment and cyberstalking with a national client base of high profile individuals. Director and Head of the Family Law Department at this widely regarded firm, she deals with complex...
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Didn't wait long to be seen and solicitor was very helpful Amazing staff very helpful The solicitor was charming and friendly

Deborah Hayden-Pawson

Hayden Solicitors     Rising Bridge    

4.7 score
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48 reviews
Approachable, committed to her clients, and determined to secure the best outcome, Deborah is an experienced and well-regarded family lawyer and divorce solicitor. Founder and Director of this thriving law firm providing family law services to the Burnley community, she advises on matters in relation to divorce, separation, financial...
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I was instantly made to feel at ease and reassured The professional support offered really did put me at ease By my side throughout proceedings, explaining every detail and option available

Tony Wood

Hardman Wood     Blackburn    

3.1 score
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8 reviews
Known for his calm approach and excellent judgement, Tony has been specialising in family law for over 30 years and is one of the most highly regarded family lawyers and divorce solicitors in the Burnley area. He has an encyclopaedic knowledge of all areas of family law, including divorce,...
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