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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Sheffield
Norrie Waite & Slater Solicitors Limited has been serving clients across South Yorkshire for over five decades, establishing itself as a trusted legal practice through strategic mergers and a commitment to excellence. Founded in the 1970s, the firm has grown significantly, integrating expertise from respected legal entities such as Waite Turner Breislin, Slater Elliott, and Leviten Thompson. Headquartered in Sheffield at 9-12 East Parade, the firm operates additional offices in Rotherham and Killamarsh, offering accessible legal support to both individuals and businesses. Our team of Resolution Accredited Specialists, Collaboratively trained lawyers, and members of the Law Society's Children Panel deliver expert guidance in family law, criminal defense, conveyancing, and commercial property matters. We hold Public Funding franchises for Legal Aid in Family, Childcare, and Criminal Matters, ensuring accessible justice for all.With a focus on compassionate support and technical proficiency, we provide tailored solutions to complex legal challenges. Our criminal defense department, one of the most established in South Yorkshire, offers 24-hour police station representation. Commercial clients benefit from our comprehensive property services, including portfolio management and property development transactions. We maintain rigorous professional standards, regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and combine traditional values with modern legal practices. Whether through private representation or Legal Aid, our solicitors prioritise client needs with integrity and transparency. This enduring commitment to excellence has solidified our reputation as a leading regional law firm.
Services
Family Law
Criminal Defense
Conveyancing
Commercial Property
Dispute Resolution
Child Protection
Legal Aid
Portfolio Management
Motor Offences
Wills & Probate
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined legal expertise across South Yorkshire
- Our team includes Resolution Accredited Specialists and Law Society members
- We offer 24-hour police station representation for criminal matters
- We provide Legal Aid in family, childcare, and criminal law matters
- We combine traditional values with modern legal practices for tailored solutions
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Responsive legal support
Expert family law advice
24-hour criminal defense
Compassionate representation
Professional conveyancing service
Services
Family Law
Our family law specialists provide expert guidance on divorce, child custody, domestic abuse, and financial settlements. We combine Resolution-accredited expertise with compassionate support for clients facing challenging personal circumstances. With offices across South Yorkshire, we offer both private and Legal Aid-funded representation to protect your family interests.
Criminal Defense
Our established criminal defense team provides urgent legal representation for police station interviews and court proceedings. Available 24/7 for emergency cases, we handle matters ranging from motoring offenses to serious criminal charges. Clients benefit from our extensive experience in both private and Legal Aid-funded defense strategies.
Conveyancing
We offer competitive conveyancing services for residential and commercial property transactions. Our solicitors manage all aspects of property transfers, including lease renewals and subletting arrangements. Clients receive dedicated support through our Sheffield, Rotherham, and Killamarsh offices for seamless property transactions.
Commercial Property
Our commercial property team handles portfolio management, lease transactions, and property development projects. We serve businesses, landlords, and investors with expertise in acquisitions, disposals, and statutory compliance. Our services combine legal precision with practical commercial understanding for property investors across South Yorkshire.
Legal Aid
We provide Legal Aid services in family, childcare, and criminal law matters for eligible clients. Our solicitors guide applicants through the funding process while maintaining high standards of representation. This service ensures accessible justice for those requiring financial assistance with legal proceedings.
People
Jonathan F. Darwin
Partner
Experienced legal professional specialising in family law and dispute resolution with extensive experience in complex child custody cases and financial settlements.
David P. van Staniforth
Partner
Specialist in criminal defense with particular expertise in serious offense representation and police station advisory services across South Yorkshire.
Karen Moxon Smith
Partner
Accredited family law specialist focusing on collaborative practice and child protection matters with membership in the Law Society's Children Panel.
Nick Elliott
Partner
Commercial property expert managing portfolio transactions and development projects with particular experience in lease agreements and property finance.
Sean Bennett
Partner
Legal Aid specialist ensuring accessible justice through public funding schemes while maintaining expertise in both family and criminal law matters.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in family law, criminal defense, conveyancing, commercial property, and Legal Aid matters across South Yorkshire.
Do you offer emergency legal services?
Yes, our criminal defense team provides 24-hour police station representation through our dedicated emergency contact number.
Can I get Legal Aid for my case?
We offer Legal Aid in family, childcare, and criminal law matters for eligible clients - contact us for an eligibility assessment.
Where are your offices located?
Our main office is in Sheffield at 9-12 East Parade, with additional offices in Rotherham and Killamarsh.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
We provide free initial consultations in selected legal areas - please contact us to determine eligibility for your case.
