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

23 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Charlotte Beck

Slater Heelis     Greater Manchester    

4.9 score
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1713 reviews
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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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Excellent service from the Slater Heelis Team. Very helpful, very professional staff Truly agreeable, accommodating and adroit
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Debra Swientozielskyj

Temperley Taylor     Heywood    

4.3 score
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42 reviews
Debra Swientozielskyj has more than 15 years of experience working in Family Law. As a trusted professional, she takes on all matters of matrimonial law, including divorce, separation, financial settlements and private law children cases, often concerning disputes over child arrangements. Known for working closely with clients, understanding their...
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Christine Sharp

Sharp Cross & Mann Solicitors     Heywood    

4.6 score
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106 reviews
Well respected Family Law expert Christine Sharp brings more than 40 years of experience advising clients through all aspects of relationship breakdown. Known for her straightforward yet compassionate style, she provides clear, practical guidance focused on achieving timely and effective outcomes. Christine advises on divorce and separation, complex financial...
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Cant recommend highly enough Find her incredibly genuine, professional, reliable and reasonably priced Excellence in every department

Jennifer Noel

Makin Dixon     Rochdale    

4.3 score
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54 reviews
Jennifer Noel has been a qualified Family Law solicitor for 15 years and has dedicated her career to supporting individuals and families through a wide range of legal challenges. Accredited under both the Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme and Children Law Accreditation Scheme, she has particular expertise in...
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Handled my case with great professionalism, also supported me emotionally The team were great, super helpful from court application to end of proceedings Very helpful, my case was handled perfectly

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Jennifer Worcester

AST Hampsons     Bury    

4.8 score
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189 reviews
Partner and Head of the Family Law department at a highly regarded legal firm, Jennifer Worcester is a respected and forward-thinking matrimonial law specialist known for her dynamic and client-focused approach. She advises on the full spectrum of Family Law matters arising from relationship breakdown, including divorce, financial settlements,...
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Excellent communication and trust Brilliant solicitors Amazing throughout my whole divorce

Lee Marston

Clough & Willis Solicitors     Bury    

4.0 score
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71 reviews
An expert strategist who prides himself on offering an exceptional level of client care and extensive experience in family law matters, Lee has been supporting clients in the Heywood area since 1997. Managing Partner and Head of Family Law, he is instructed by a wide range of clients on...
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Friendly, comprehensive and competitive service all round They are easy to reach and respond promptly to any enquiries Very helpful through a difficult time

Nicola Williams

AFG LAW     Bury    

3.7 score
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26 reviews
With nearly three decades of experience as a Family Law specialist, Nicola Williams is a consultant in the Family Department and is widely valued for her clear, practical guidance on financial and property matters arising from relationship breakdown. Since qualifying as a solicitor in 1996 and later as a...
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Vicki McLynn

Slater Heelis     Greater Manchester    

4.7 score
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1718 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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Professional in handling my case with a terrific result. Responsive, considerate and very professional Very helpful, very professional staff
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Kevan Hankinson

Butcher & Barlow     Bury    

4.1 score
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52 reviews
Noted in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 as a 'Recommended Lawyer', Kevan is a highly accomplished family law solicitor who has been described as "patient with excellent knowledge and experience". Partner and Head of the Private Family Law Department, he blends practical and realistic advice with empathy...
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Great advice and efficient, would use again without hesitation Great solicitors, very fast, highly recommended Really friendly and helpful

Bradley Feld

Molesworths     Rochdale    

4.2 score
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80 reviews
As a Consultant Solicitor in a long-standing Family Law team, Bradley manages a dynamic caseload of relationship breakdown matters. Boasting over 40 years of practice, he advises on all aspects of marital dissolution, including financial remedy applications, asset division, child arrangements, contact and residence disputes. In the public law...
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The firm has been brilliant to say the least Prompt and good personal service Very helpful and friendly

Louise Halford

Evolve Family Law     Whitefield    

5.0 score
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53 reviews
As Founding Director and an accomplished family law specialist, Louise Halford provides clear, compassionate, and tailored advice to clients navigating complex family and matrimonial matters. With extensive experience and a focus on achieving positive, lasting outcomes, she is particularly skilled in cases involving children, including contact and living arrangements,...
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Received nothing but professionalism, sincerity, and honesty Make you feel at ease and fight for the good of your child Evolve Family Law have been extremely helpful and efficient

Aisha Hussein

Ten Legal     Bury    

4.7 score
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168 reviews
Qualified Family Law solicitor Aisha Hussein is a Partner at a top law firm. With a 25-year career, she has a wide range of experience in all areas of matrimonial law. Her expertise helps her offer clients thorough advice and representation in numerous aspects, including divorce, separation, private children...
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Always in contact with you to keep you up to date with what’s going on A great, friendly service, I highly recommend them Personalised service and communication a top priority

Mark Taylor

WHN Solicitors     Bury    

4.3 score
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59 reviews
Mark Taylor has three decades of experience in family law and is known for his understanding, efficiency and depth of legal knowledge. As one of the firm’s longest-serving solicitors, he advises clients on both a private and Legal Aid basis. Mark deals with a broad range of family matters,...
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A professional manner all through their handing of our case An efficient service and a successful outcome Prompt response to all enquiries, very helpful and professional

Terri Pickup

Pearson Solicitors     Rochdale    

4.6 score
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40 reviews
Resolution member Terri Pickup has more than 15 years of experience in Family Law and is known for her supportive, conscientious approach when helping clients through difficult personal circumstances. She advises on all aspects of relationship breakdown, including divorce, separation, cohabitation disputes, financial settlements, children matters, and pre-nuptial agreements....
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A very friendly, yet professional company Outstanding, open and honest from the start Superb support and always had time to explain everything

Sandra Wong

Silverdale Solicitors     Bury    

4.3 score
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44 reviews
With 13 years of experience and having worked at the same esteemed law firm her entire career, Sandra Wong is a competent legal professional in Family Law. As Head of the Family Law Department, she represents clients in all matters of divorce and financial proceedings, as well as cases...
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Carol-Ann Duke

GLP Solicitors     Prestwich    

3.8 score
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51 reviews
Practising in family law since 1996, Carol-Ann is a Managing Solicitor at this long-established law firm supporting clients in the Heywood area. She is known for building an excellent rapport with her clients and providing them with indispensable advice on divorce, separation, cohabitee disputes, financial and property issues and...
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Very welcoming staff, extremely helpful and polite Excellent advice & support throughout Helped me through a difficult time

Deborah Hayden-Pawson

Hayden Solicitors     Rising Bridge    

4.8 score
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105 reviews
Deborah Hayden-Pawson is known for her friendly, supportive approach to Family Law, offering calm guidance to clients who are often facing difficult or vulnerable situations. She advises on a wide range of family matters, including divorce, separation, financial issues, children arrangements and nuptial agreements, and is recognised for helping...
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Great communication and very professional, would highly recommend What stood out most was their calm, honest approach Highly recommend them to anyone going through family court proceedings

Anthony Jones

O'Donnell Solicitors     Oldham    

4.2 score
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78 reviews
As Director and Head of the Family Department, Anthony Jones applies his 20 years of experience to supporting clients navigating the end of a relationship. An accomplished family lawyer and divorce solicitor, he is known for delivering compassionate, practical advice during what can be a particularly challenging period in...
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I would recommend Anthony very highly Great solicitors, excellent service He fought hard on my behalf

Fiona Goode

John Birkby & Co     Oldham    

4.8 score
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28 reviews
With more than 40 years of experience in Family Law, Fiona Goode is the Principal Solicitor at an established law firm. Having dedicated her career to helping individuals and families through some of life’s most challenging transitions, she has built a strong reputation for delivering practical, compassionate, and effective...
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Both were excellent Brilliant, really friendly service Everything was handled promptly and professionally

Lynn Lambert

Equity Law Chambers     Oldham    

4.8 score
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107 reviews
With more than 38 years of experience, Lynn Lambert is a highly respected family law specialist and Head of the Family Department, known for her compassionate and understanding approach. She advises clients on all aspects of family law, including divorce, separation, dissolution of civil partnerships, cohabitation agreements, children matters,...
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Great experience, very professional and friendly First class service Very professional throughout

Alison Winterbottom

North Ainley Solicitors     Oldham    

4.9 score
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213 reviews
Alison Winterbottom is a highly respected family solicitor known for her down-to-earth approach and genuine compassion. With over three decades of experience in family law, she offers tailored advice on divorce and separation, with specialist accreditation in financial remedy. A longstanding member of Resolution and a Collaborative Lawyer for...
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Their attention to detail and clear communication gave me confidence Excellent customer care when I needed it, I would highly recommend North Ainsley Thanks for all your efforts and advice for bringing it to a closure

Andrew Cole

Garratts Solicitors     Oldham    

4.0 score
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72 reviews
With more than 35 years supporting those with Family Law issues, Andrew Cole is a highly experienced solicitor. Renowned for his candid advice and thoughtful counsel, he is committed to helping clients make informed decisions that protect their long-term interests and those of their wider family. Andrew is an...
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Very professional and always kept me informed Excellent service Friendly staff and very professional

Rhona Royle

Wrigley Claydon Solicitors     Oldham    

4.0 score
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67 reviews
Manager of the Family Law department at a long-established legal firm, Rhona Royle has 30 years of experience with all aspects of marriage and relationship breakdowns. Her knowledge and expertise are regularly sought after in the financial aspects concerning the end of a relationship or negotiating and drafting nuptial...
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