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

Excellent service from when we made our Wills at Maggies and then excellent service after dealing with Land Registry matters. Will definitely use you again.

Mrs D Pearson - Manchester

Excellent service from start to finish. Many thanks for all your help Anna.

Mrs A R Rooney - Oldham

Although this has taken a couple of years to resolve, it was unavoidable and nothing to do with yourselves. Anna has been great, extremely dligient and supportive helping me navigate it all. Thank you.

Mrs L McCallum - Oldham

We were given excellent advice and our case was dealt with in a timely manner.

Mr & Mrs A Brady - Manchester

Jen was absolutely amazing throughout the process. Thank you.

Mr T Howell - Oldham

Michelle was a pleasure to deal with. Very informative and pleasant.

Mr N R Marsden - Littleborough

Anna was very helpful from start to finish of the Will advice process. She responded quickly to emails and was professional in her explanations. Thank you.

Mr S Webb & Ms K Anton - Manchester

Friendly and efficient.

Mrs P M Fitzgerald - Oldham

We both felt comfortable in asking questions on legal terminology. Michelle Chapman put us at ease and her secretary was very helpful.

Mr & Mrs A Garvey - Oldham

Michelle and Kirsty could not have done anymore, perfect in every way. First Class Service. I will use them both again.

Ms A McMahon - Oldham

I have used your company on a few occasions. Always find everyone helpful. Thank you.

Mr N B Davies - Oldham

Great Experience!

Mrs A Frost - Oldham

We were guided through a very lengthy and stressful process by Cassie who went well beyond her remit. We could not have asked for better help and service. We would and already have recommended her and your staff to anyone. thank you so much.

Mr & Mrs N Clarke - Oldham

Excellent service received, always kept up to date. Answered any queries promtply. Recption staff service with a smile, always so polite and welcoming. Big thank you to Jayne.

Mrs L O'Brien - Oldham

Very easy to deal with and clear information.

Mr T Fleming - Oldham

Jill Gregory and Team were excellent. We would not hesitate to recommend North Ainley to others and we would certainly use them again ourselves.

Mr & Mrs N Sedgwick - Oldham

The whole process was smooth from start to finish. Thank you.

Miss K A Galloway - Oldham

Thank you to Kirsty and all the staff. Best wishes.

Mrs F Crawley - Rochdale

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