Praised by clients for her ability to be pragmatic, calmly assertive and able to make a balanced judgement, Hayley is an experienced and well respected child law solicitor. A member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme, she is able to provide advice and representation to parents and other family members in proceedings which have been brought by a Local Authority. Her cases, regularly complex and challenging in nature, often involve substance misuse, domestic abuse, mental health difficulties, sexual abuse, inflicted injuries and FII (Fabricated Induced Illness). Hayley has unparalleled drive and expertise with a fierce determination to achieve the right outcome for all her clients.

Treating each client as an individual and advising on their specific needs, Kirsty is a highly capable and approachable family lawyer and divorce solicitor. Partner and Head of the Family Team, she has an enviable depth of experience in family law, with particular expertise in the financial aspects arising from relationship breakdown, including dividing pensions on divorce, and regularly dealing with cases involving high value assets. Kirsty is a trained collaborative lawyer and gives her clients the option to try and resolve matters without going to court. However, if this is not possible, she can represent clients in court proceedings in a firm and strong manner. Clients comment on her calm, considered and sensible approach which gives them the confidence that they are in expert hands.

Client-focused and keen to support individuals through difficult times, Paul has been providing family law and matrimonial advice for over 30 years. A Director at this well-respected firm serving the Glossop community, he handles a diverse mix of cases involving divorce and separation, children issues and financial settlements, including property disputes. Paul is a member of The Law Society Family Law Accreditation Scheme and a dedicated member of Resolution. In addition to his family law cases, he deals with general court litigation, especially in civil claims and employment disputes and has responsibility for all of the firm’s litigation.