Working Together

Our experienced family law team provides specialist advice in relation to all areas of family and matrimonial law.

Alison Winterbottom, who has over 30 years’ experience and is a expert in this field, leads the team. Alison is a member of Resolution, a national organisation of family lawyers and other professionals committed to the constructive resolution of issues arising from relationship breakdown. She is accredited by Resolution as a specialist and she qualified as a Collaborative Lawyer in 2010, enabling her to assist clients in resolving family disputes through a series of face to face meetings and collaborative discussions. We recognise that relationship breakdown is often a difficult and distressing time. Our family team offers a caring and professional approach and will provide you with clear and practical advice to assist you in achieving the best outcome possible.

We understand that one of the main concerns when instructing a Solicitor is often the cost. We offer a free no obligation initial appointment for up to 1 hour which can be arranged at your convenience and is completely confidential (we do not hold drop in clinics which can be very public). We will provide detailed advice and explore with you the many options available for resolution.

We are fair and transparent on costs and an estimate is provided at the initial meeting. A full, detailed and easily understandable breakdown of the work done accompanies every invoice sent to you. We are committed to providing a first class service tailored to your individual circumstances and needs. We are flexible and can accommodate out of hours appointments and telephone discussions where necessary. We are based in Oldham Town Centre and our office is easily accessible from Saddleworth, Manchester, and Tameside.

Our Team

Your matter will be allocated to a lawyer within the Department. Regardless of who works on your matter, they will be supervised by Alison Winterbottom, Head of the Family Department.

Alison Winterbottom – Solicitor
Geraldine McArdle – Paralegal
Lewis Roberts – Trainee Solicitor

Our Expertise

Testimonials

What our clients say

The service we received for my mum's will was amazing. We were made to feel very comfortable. The process was explained in detail and in a way that my mum could understand. Will definitely reccomend in future to all family and friends.

Mrs J K Mistry - Ashton Under Lyne

Michelle made me feel at ease when I came in to see her, which made things a lot easier for me.

Mrs M Morris - Oldham

We have used the services of North Ainley several times and consistently find the service approach to our needs to be excellent in every regard. Michelle has that unique ability to be friendly and approachable and is an asset to the Practice. Thanks!

Mr & Mrs I Wolstenholme - Oldham

Cassie is amazing with her speed, efficiency, helpfulness and support. I would never use anyone else.

Mr & Mrs P Fenton - Oldham

All aspects excellent.

Mr & Mrs A J Carss and Mr & Mrs G Wilkinson - Oldham

Cassie was excellent!

Morningside Properties Ltd - Oldham

Jenny went over and above requirements and brought a form to my home for me to sign, as I was going abroad the next day. Thank you.

Miss S Taylor & Mr J Taylor - Oldham

Excellent service and communication skills, very quick and efficient. We would highly reccomend North Ainley.

Mr & Mrs P Marston - Oldham

Pleased with the service and outcome. Many thanks.

Mrs J Hough - Oldham

We would like to thank you very much for the excellent service we received for both cases you handled on our behalf. It was a pleasure doing business with yourselves and we will not hesitate if we require any further assistance with future matters.

Mr & Mrs T Shaw - Macclesfield

Thanks for your ongoing help with our affairs from will writing to the sale of the house.

Mr & Mrs J R Riley - Oldham

My thanks to Jenny for explaining my Lasting Power of Attorney so clealy and as much as possible in laymens terms. Also thank you for the personal contact that North Ainley provide.

Mrs A McInnes - Oldham

Anna took the time to explain everything in terms we were able to understand and also took time to answer any questions we asked. Thank you.

Mr J A Burke & Mrs M Burke - Oldham

I would just like to thank you for what you did for us. You was excellent. I will be using you for my Will and other matters. Thank you.

Mrs P L Atherton - Stalybridge

Vinesh was highly professional and the speed of transaction was excellent, superbly assisted by Cassie.

Mr & Mrs S Mehta - Manchester

I felt assured that my sale was being dealt with in a professional manner and was comfortable contacting someone without feeling like I was mithering or being a nuisance.

Mrs C Shaw - Oldham

Jenny was very helpful, kind and explained everything clearly to me.

Miss C D Diamambro - Manchester

Very good and very helpful.

Mr I Clayton - Oldham

Everything was dealt with quickly and professionally. Discussions were easily understood and not rushed through. Thank you.

Mr & Mrs D McCulloch - Oldham

Thank you for making the process smooth and easy to understand. Will definitely recommend North Ainley to others.

Mr & Mrs G Iles - Oldham