Business Details
26 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Family Law Solicitors in Guisborough
Established in 2000, Kathy Webb has been serving East Cleveland and North Yorkshire as the region's only Legal Aid firm. Our team of five solicitors specialises in family law, offering expertise in divorce, cohabitation rights, financial provision, children's issues, social services disputes, domestic abuse, wills, and probate. We prioritise accessible legal advice, providing free consultations to ensure clients receive timely support during critical moments. Our solicitors, including Carl Reed with 30 years' experience in family law and Heather Snowdon, a Resolution-accredited specialist, combine direct representation with collaborative approaches to resolve disputes.As a firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering lasting client relationships. Our services extend to contentious probate matters through Debra Simpson's dual expertise in law and biology. We operate from Walton Galleries in Guisborough, offering weekday appointments and maintaining transparent communication throughout legal processes.
Services
Divorce & Dissolution
Cohabitation Rights
Financial Provision
Social Services Disputes
Domestic Abuse Cases
Wills & Probate
Power of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer free initial legal consultations
- We are East Cleveland's only Legal Aid firm
- Our team includes Resolution-accredited specialists
- We have solicitors with over 30 years' family law experience
- We provide direct, forthright legal representation
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Excellent, friendly service
Invaluable advice
Quick and less costly solution
Much safer now
Excellent from the start
Services
Divorce & Dissolution
We provide comprehensive legal support for divorce and civil partnership dissolution. Our solicitors handle asset division, child arrangements, and financial settlements with sensitivity and expertise. Clients benefit from our direct representation approach in court proceedings.
Cohabitation Rights
Our specialists advise on property rights and financial claims for separating cohabiting couples. We clarify legal entitlements regarding shared assets and child custody arrangements. This service helps clients understand their position under current legislation.
Domestic Abuse Cases
We offer urgent legal protection for victims through non-molestation and occupation orders. Our team provides court representation and safety planning. Laura Boyes specialises in this area with dedicated support throughout proceedings.
Wills & Probate
Debra Simpson handles will creation, probate applications, and trust management. Our service ensures clear estate administration and dispute resolution. We provide straightforward guidance on inheritance tax and asset distribution.
Social Services Disputes
Carl Reed represents parents in care proceedings with over 30 years' experience. We challenge local authority decisions and provide court-appointed child representation. Our approach focuses on maintaining family relationships where possible.
People
Carl Reed
Principal
Family law specialist with 30 years' experience, particularly in Children Act proceedings. Member of The Law Society's Children Panel, known for robust court representation and challenging legal authority when necessary.
Heather Snowdon
Associate
Resolution-accredited specialist in financial settlements and domestic abuse cases. Trained collaborative practitioner with expertise in court representation for separating couples, providing accessible legal advice since joining in 2022.
Debra Simpson
Consultant
Dual-qualified solicitor with biology degree and 35 years' legal experience. Specialises in wills, probate and trusts, previously lecturing in law at Middlesbrough College. Qualified since 1988 with focus on estate planning.
Laura Boyes
Associate
Qualified solicitor since 2022 after completing legal apprenticeship. Specialises in domestic abuse cases and private law proceedings, having graduated with Master's Degree and Legal Practice Course from Sunderland University.
Gavin Cochrane
Salaried Partner
Qualified in 2016 with exclusive focus on family law. Member of The Law Society Children Panel, specialising in public law proceedings involving Children's Services. Became Salaried Partner in April 2025.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We serve East Cleveland and North Yorkshire from our Guisborough office, providing legal representation across these regions for family law matters.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations as standard to discuss your legal requirements with no obligation.
Are you a Legal Aid provider?
Yes, we are East Cleveland's only Legal Aid-accredited firm, helping eligible clients access funded legal representation.
What family law specialisms do you have?
Our solicitors specialise in divorce, cohabitation rights, financial settlements, domestic abuse protection, child arrangements, and wills/probate matters.
