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The 23 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Middlesbrough & Nearby

23 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Joanne Major

Major Family Law     National    

4.9 score
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449 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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Joanne's advice was excellent, I cannot recommend this service highly enough Excellent and consistent service throughout a difficult case, highly recommend Very informative, professional and positive
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Nicky Hunter

Stowe Family Law     Middlesbrough    

5.0 score
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2146 reviews
Standing out for her ability to deliver pragmatic and realistic Family Law advice and to offer creative solutions across the full spectrum of matrimonial law issues, Nicky Hunter is a highly regarded legal expert at this specialist law firm and is listed as a Recommended Lawyer in The Legal...
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Amazing work by my solicitors throughout the duration Fantastic service, good communication and always kept up to date Nothing was too much trouble. Sensitive and friendly
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Karen Petch

BBNM Law     Middlesbrough    

4.3 score
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26 reviews
An expert in Family Law, Karen Petch has more than 30 years of experience advising clients, with particular expertise in complex Children Act proceedings. She holds accreditation under both The Law Society’s Children Law and Family Law schemes, enabling her to represent children at risk of significant harm where...
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I honestly think she’s one of the best Professional, realistic advice, highly recommended

Pam Kandola

Paul J Watson     Middlesbrough    

4.8 score
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98 reviews
Pam Kandola is a highly respected Family Law specialist and Head of the Family Department at a leading law firm, known for her constructive and solution-focused approach. With extensive experience in all aspects of family and matrimonial law, she advises clients on divorce, financial settlements, and both private and...
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Good solicitors, very helpful, great staff, very competent Very knowledgeable and friendly, would highly recommend The people were very helpful

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Alex Owens

Newbys Solicitors     Middlesbrough    

4.5 score
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11 reviews
Delivering a sensitive yet robust service to her Family Law clients, Alex Owens is recognised for her excellent knowledge and strategic approach to family and matrimonial matters. Qualifying as a solicitor in 1996, she brings decades of experience to cases involving divorce, separation, child arrangements and disputes between unmarried...
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Julietta Nattrass

Watson Woodhouse     Middlesbrough    

3.6 score
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121 reviews
Julietta Nattrass is an experienced family and children law specialist who has practised in the North East since qualifying as a solicitor in 1993. Accredited under The Law Society’s Children Law Scheme, she represents both adults and children in complex child protection proceedings, including secure accommodation cases and matters...
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Highly recommend this firm of solicitors Good service, professional and ready to help with anything A very professional, friendly and efficient service

Lindsay Bell

National Legal Service     Middlesbrough    

Lindsay Bell has more than two decades of Family Law experience, having dedicated her career exclusively to this area of practice. She holds advanced accreditation in Family Law and Children Law from The Law Society, reflecting her extensive knowledge and commitment to achieving positive outcomes for clients. Lindsay advises...
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Julianne Askins

Appleby, Hope & Matthews     Middlesbrough    

4.1 score
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60 reviews
Julianne Askins started her career as a paralegal and has progressed to become a Partner and Head of the Family Department. With a distinguished career lasting 25 years, she is known to be highly competent and has a reputation for child-focused services. Her main specialism and focus is in...
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Great solicitors, wouldn't go anywhere else Very happy with the service received Explained everything very simply and easy to understand

Lucy Adams

Knights     Stockton-on-Tees    

3.5 score
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8 reviews
Senior Associate Lucy Adams brings 16 years of experience to her role in the Family team, combining specialist knowledge with a calm and pragmatic approach. She advises clients on the full spectrum of family law, with a particular focus on complex financial disputes involving pensions, business interests, and pre-marital...
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Sam Carter

Major Family Law     National    

4.9 score
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449 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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Reassured me hugely during difficult moments of the process Happy to answer questions while offering pragmatic and sensible advice It is clear there is a strong ethos that runs throughout around client care

Melanie Winship-Lee

Hewitts Solicitors     Stockton-on-Tees    

3.7 score
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47 reviews
Partner Melanie Winship-Lee has 20 years of experience in Family Law and supervises the private family team, combining technical expertise with a calm and empathetic approach. She advises on divorce, civil partnership dissolution, financial settlements, and private children matters, supporting clients through a wide range of issues following relationship...
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Very helpful! Great service Swift and excellent service Willing to go that bit further

Jennifer Williamson

Punch Robson     Stockton On Tees    

4.3 score
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21 reviews
Jennifer Williamson has 12 years of family law experience, helping clients when they have matrimonial issues, including domestic abuse, private and public children law matters. Working closely with her clients, she uses her empathy and legal knowledge to help them obtain non-molestation and occupation orders. As a member of...
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Professional outfit Brilliant company, recommended 100% Highly recommend

Jonathan Woodhouse

Freers Askew Bunting     Middlesbrough    

3.4 score
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77 reviews
With more than 25 years of experience in Family Law, Jonathan Woodhouse is the Director and Head of Family at a respected law firm, recognised for his strong advocacy and extensive courtroom experience. He advises on divorce, civil partnership dissolution, financial settlements, children matters, care proceedings, adoption and domestic...
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Excellent local firm First class service Top quality solicitors

Julie Fawcett

Newtons Solicitors     Darlington    

4.7 score
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125 reviews
With 28 years of experience, Julie Fawcett is a highly regarded family solicitor and divorce lawyer, dedicated to helping clients navigate relationship breakdowns with dignity and a focus on the future. Qualifying in 1997, she has handled a wide range of cases, including divorce, civil partnership dissolution, financial remedy...
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Excellent service with quick responses throughout Very professional team, I would recommend them to anyone Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable

Tanya Bloomfield

Clark Willis Law     Darlington    

4.8 score
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175 reviews
Director and Head of the Family Team at an esteemed legal firm, Tanya Bloomfield has 18 years of experience, dedicating her career to Family Law. She advises a diverse range of clients on all aspects of family and relationship matters, with particular expertise in complex financial cases involving businesses,...
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She kept me calm all the way through Excellent service, very efficient, knowledgeable & thorough We worked on getting the goals clear at the beginning

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Donna Sandall

Donna Sandall Family Law     Darlington    

5.0 score
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7 reviews
Donna Sandall has a reputation for being an exceptional family solicitor and founded her boutique law firm in 2018. Providing representation and advice in numerous matters, she will oversee cases involving divorce, financial disputes, issues concerning children, cohabitation, pre-nuptial agreements and domestic violence matters. A committed member of Resolution,...
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Wendy Beacom

Tilly Bailey & Irvine Solicitors     Wynyard    

4.5 score
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25 reviews
A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Legal Executives, Wendy Beacom is the Head of Private Family Law and a Partner at a long-established legal firm, bringing more than 30 years of experience to her practice. Known for her steady, compassionate approach, Wendy advises on divorce, separation, financial settlements,...
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Andrew McGloin

Teesside Law     Redcar    

4.0 score
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5 reviews
With 25 years practising in family law, as well as other areas of law, Andrew McGloin is an expert solicitor able to support in all areas, including divorce, separation, civil partnerships, and children matters. Known for his professionalism and knowledge, he can use his expert linguistic skills to understand...
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Peter Medd

Cygnet Law     Redcar    

4.0 score
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119 reviews
Peter Medd is the Founder of a specialist Family Law firm and has more than 30 years of experience advising clients on a broad range of family and matrimonial matters. Established as a highly regarded negotiator, he takes a proactive approach to resolving disputes while providing clear, practical guidance...
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Reliable and very thorough from start to finish Can very highly recommend them A very safe pair of hands

Sarah Bailes

BHP Law     Darlington    

4.1 score
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54 reviews
Sarah Bailes has risen through the ranks, starting as a Legal Clerk before qualifying as a solicitor. Seeking positive outcomes for her clients across a range of Family Law matters, she advises on divorce, separation, financial disputes, wealth protection, private children cases, and domestic abuse issues. Known for her...
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We are more than happy with the service and professionalism Pleasant to deal with Very helpful

Sara Rutter

Walker Foster     Northallerton    

4.9 score
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42 reviews
With 30 years of experience, Sara Rutter is the Head of the Family Department at a respected legal firm and is widely valued for her thoughtful, forward-focused approach to Family Law. Known for helping clients navigate both the emotional and financial impact of separation, Sara advises on divorce, relationship...
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Incredibly helpful and knowledgeable about my case Excellent service with clear quick communication. Sara explained the law in lay terms & is incredibly knowledgeable

Carl Reed

Kathy Webb & Co     Guisborough    

4.1 score
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16 reviews
Known for his direct and forthright approach and for robust representation of each client’s interests, Carl is an experienced and formidable Family Law solicitor. Principal of this specialist law solicitors, he has provided expert advice and representation for over 26 years, with twenty of those years dealing with Children...
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Brilliant solicitors, lovely people Very good at keeping clients up to date Good solicitors, they keep you informed at all times

Geoffrey Adamson

DMA Law     Hartlepool    

4.2 score
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27 reviews
With 39 years of experience, Geoffrey Adamson is a highly regarded Family Law solicitor known for his supportive manner and ability to explain complex legal issues clearly. As a firm Director and Head of the Family Law department, he advises clients across a broad range of matters, with particular...
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Excellent service, very professional Down to earth and professional with a forthright but friendly approach I would highly recommend them