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 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.

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What our clients say

Best conveyancing solicitor that I have ever used. Easy to talk to, showed empathy. She always did what she said, in timely fashion.

Ms D Cilia - Oldham

Brilliant Service. Thank you.

Mrs L S Qayoom & Miss Y Qayoom - Oldham

Vinesh was brilliant throughout our very complicated house sale and purchase. He was a great support when we needed it. We cannot thank him enough. Cassie was also great.

Mr & Mrs J Dolan - Oldham

Thank you for helping me and doing my Will.

Mrs R Young - Oldham

Very good.

Mr B Whittle - Oldham

Excellent as always!

Mr & Mrs A Smith - Solihull

Michelle was outstanding, she made what could have been a stressful experience relaxed and comfortable. She was friendly, efficient and patient. A great asset to your company.

Mr & Mrs B Cooke - Oldham

Excellent service from Michelle. Friendly and very helpful. Explained every detail.

Mr & Mrs T Barker - Oldham

Efficient and excellent service. Jennifer explained matters very clearly.

Mr & Mrs S G Thompson - Oldham

Overall perfect service.

Mr J Brown - Hyde

Excellent srvice, could not have found better. Very supportive when things went wrong on the move day using their expertise and knowledge. Specifically Janine and Sarah. Receptionists very helpful and courteous. Thank you.

Mr & Mrs N Seville - Oldham

Excellent service by Jennifer Kitchener throughout from start to finsh.

Mr & Mrs K R Royals - Mossley

Anna was so very professional. I recently had a great experience under sad circumstances. Ann was incredibly friendly and attentive thoughout and so lovely. I highly recommend North Ainley solicitors to all my friends. Thank you so so much Anna.

Miss M Doggett - Rochdale

Anna provided excellent advice and service.

Mrs M Byrne - Oldham

North Ainley provided an efficient and excellent service and supplied everything they promised.

Mr & Mrs H Forsyth - Oldham

Thank you for your help at a very difficult time.

Mrs J Hall - Oldham

All of the ladies were very nice and made you feel at ease.

Mr P E Ryan - Bournemouth

Thank you for your help in a complicated sale. Kirsty always returned calls and emails. Many thanks.

Mrs L Morgan - Oldham

The speed in which the appointment was made and resolved in a very short time with sensitivity and kindness was much appreciated.

Ms A Leicester - Oldham

I have only used North Ainley on one occasion so far but would definitely recommend them to friends and family for your help and consideration which was outstanding, particularly Jenny Kitchener who helped me so much with my concerns.

Mrs J Brown - Oldham