North Ainley Solicitors can trace their heritage in Oldham back for more than 100 years.
In fact, it is fair to say that we have been there to guide and advise in many of the most influential commercial and domestic occurrences in the town during this time.
The family tree of North Ainley Solicitors shows roots to one of the oldest legal practices in Oldham. It starts with The Wellock practice which dates back to the early part of the nineteen hundreds when Tom Wellock Senior, a local character and hard taskmaster, formed the firm and added it to his other business interests in the Town. He had two sons, Jack and Tom, who succeeded him and went on to run the highly successful general practice of T Wellock & Sons...
The family tree of North Ainley Solicitors shows roots to one of the oldest legal practices in Oldham. It starts with The Wellock practice which dates back to the early part of the nineteen hundreds when Tom Wellock Senior, a local character and hard taskmaster, formed the firm and added it to his other business interests in the Town. He had two sons, Jack and Tom, who succeeded him and went on to run the highly successful general practice of T Wellock & Sons...
The story goes that when Jack’s wife had their first child, the telephone rang whilst they were in a business meeting with clients. When Jack announced the arrival, his father replied “there’s nothing clever in having children, get on with the meeting!”. There is still a strong work ethic in the firm although this is tempered with a sense of priorities!
The established practice of Rowbottom Son and Brewer was later acquired and the practice combined to become North Ainley in 1977. John Ainley and Brian North (the then local Coroner and partner with George E Mellor & Co) teamed up to take the practice forward. Various acquisitions and strategic alliances since that date, brings us to the strong team that is North Ainley Solicitors today.
Testimonials
What our clients say
Jade's communication throughout the sale was fantastic and everything was handled professionally. 
Very helpful and friendly.
Jenny was very helpful and made the process of wiriting Wills easy. She explained everything. We would not hesitate to recommend her services.
Firendly staff who responded to questions sent by email promptly and with clear instructions. Speedy, efficient management of our house sale which was mainly dealt with my Jade who was excellent.
Jennifer Kitchener was excellent. She explained very clearly each step of the process. I felt listend to and felt very confident and reassured by Jennifer's approach and professionalism.
I feel highly relieved in knowing that you are my solicitors. In all the years I have been coming to you your service has never been anything else other than excellent. Jennifer, who I have just dealt with, in particular, has been very welcoming and helpful. A pleasure.
I feel Anna dealt with our Grant of Probate very efficiently, friendly and professional.
Great service and so friendly.
Definitely use and recommend your services again.
Excellent service in very frustrating circumstances. Many thanks to Jackie and Sarah.
Excellent service. I felt really confortable as they have superior knowledge and explain things very well.
Super friendly and knowledgeable staff who guided us through our new Wills brilliantly.
Excellent first class service.
Happy with your service. Cassie was excellent and made everything very easy and kept in regular contact.
I was very pleased with the service.
A very efficient and good Practice. The staff were very friendly from receptionist to solicitor.
Very happy with your services on all levels, from start to finish.
Both solicitor and reception staff, helpful and firendly at all times.
Thank you to Cassie for a pain free service.
Excellent service at all times. Absolutely nothing to improve.
