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 Director of this specialist family law firm that was shortlisted for Family Law Firm of the Year 2023, Joanne offers innovative approaches to successfully resolving relationship disputes, bringing to bear her 27 years’ experience to every case, particularly family matters that involve family finances and financial settlements, regularly handling complex cases that include property, pensions, assets, businesses, and inheritances. For yet another year running, Joanne has been awarded the highly coveted Legal 500 “Hall of Fame” accolade for 2024 – the highest ranking possible by the publication – for her superior work and reputation nationally as a leading divorce and family solicitor. She is widely known for her tenacious approach, priding herself on her persistence to go the extra mile to ensure that her clients’ needs are met and that her team are operating at the highest standards of professionalism and efficiency. Joanne’s ability to negotiate outstanding strategic solutions on behalf of her clients is reflected in the wealth of 5 star reviews she has amassed from past clients. She is a very popular choice, often through recommendation from happy clients, their families, as well as other professionals in the legal sector. Joanne also takes very seriously her role of mentoring her thriving team, developing and guiding like-minded family solicitors who have the same high expectations and absolute dedication to achieving the best possible results for their clients.

With a successful track record in his family cases combined with confidence, expertise and a sincere understanding of his clients’ circumstances, Sam is an acclaimed family law expert and advocate at this Legal 500 ‘Top Tier’ specialist family law firm. Demonstrating a wealth of knowledge in all areas of family law including divorce, separation, financial relief and cases of domestic abuse, his real skill and passion lies in children law matters. Much of his caseload involves advising and representing parents and extended family members on child arrangements regarding where a child lives and whom they spend time with, but he is also sought after for his ability to deal with complex children cases. Sam’s work involves dealing with urgent matters which may require an immediate court application to protect a child, for example, where that child has been placed at risk of harm or to prevent an unlawful abduction outside the jurisdiction. He also advises on international disputes regarding which country a child should live in or visit, as well as representing same sex parents on surrogacy law arrangements. Providing consistent and specialist representation is important to Sam and he offers exceptional advocacy in court, wherever possible, recognising the need for his clients to be represented by somebody they know and trust. With a first-class reputation in the field of family law, Sam is listed in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500 as a ‘Rising Star’ and ‘Recommended Lawyer’. Sam is not able to assist with Legal Aid matters.

Advising on all aspects of family law, clients appreciate Julie’s professional and effective approach developed over more than 29 years as a family lawyer and divorce specialist. She has considerable experience in cases involving divorce, civil partnership dissolution, private law children, financial remedy proceedings, domestic violence including non-molestation and occupation orders, and cohabitee disputes. Julie is a member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme, which enables her to represent children as well as parents, grandparents and other family members in Children Act cases. She is also sought after for her expertise in domestic abuse cases, often representing women referred through Independent Domestic Abuse Services (IDAS) and other support organisations such as Citizens Advice Bureau. Julie is also a committed Resolution member.

Founder and Principal of this niche family law practice, Donna has built up a strong reputation in family law with clients in the local area and amongst her peers in the legal profession as well as members of the judiciary. She has vast knowledge of dealing with all aspects of family law, supporting clients with divorce matters, financial disputes, issues concerning children, cohabitee cases, pre-nuptial agreements and domestic violence matters. Donna is a longstanding member of Resolution and is fully committed to dealing with cases in a positive and constructive manner resulting in the best outcome for her clients. She is able to offer a service that is efficient and personal, with all cases handled by her, ensuring the highest level of expertise.

A highly respected family lawyer and divorce solicitor with a number of accolades to her name, Amanda has a wealth of experience and knowledge in family law and advises on the full range of matters. She is particularly sought after for her expertise in complex financial matters on separation/divorce, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements and also handling child arrangement matters. A member of Resolution, as well as sitting on a number of their committees, she maintains a constructive approach which she believes is the cornerstone for family law cases, preserving the parties’ dignity and encouraging agreement wherever possible. When required, Amanda is an accomplished advocate with an enviable reputation and strives to secure the best outcome for her clients, and has gained Higher Rights of Audience in civil proceedings. Amanda also mentors young lawyers within the organisation as well as being a regular contributor to a number of legal publications.

One of the most experienced and established family solicitors in the north of England, Sarah can guide her clients through the difficulties of relationship breakdown with empathy and understanding. With a wealth of knowledge and experience to draw upon, she advises on divorce, separation, annulment, money and property disputes following divorce or separation, cohabitee issues, civil partnership dissolution, children matters including grandparents rights, child abduction and care proceedings, and domestic abuse cases. Sarah’s approach is to provide excellent client service with a down-to-earth style, always considering the needs of the whole family, especially when children are involved.

Dedicated to offering legal advice that will result in an amicable resolution where possible, Tanya brings with her a wealth of knowledge having specialised in family law for over 17 years. A Director and Head of the Family Team, she offers advice on most family law matters with a specialism in financial cases involving businesses, pension and properties. Tanya is also regularly instructed in both public and private law children cases, representing parents, children and grandparents in matters involving child arrangements, child maintenance, and care proceedings issued by the Local Authority. As a collaborative lawyer and an accredited mediator, Tanya offers methods of dispute resolution that are designed to fairly meet the needs of both parties whilst ensuring to consider the sensitivities of her clients. She is a member of Resolution, the Family Mediation Council, The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme and the Association of Lawyers for Children.