Working Together

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

Alison Winterbottom, who has 25 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 which can be arranged at your convenience (we do not hold drop in clinics which can be very public). This appointment is not time limited and is completely confidential. 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 Expertise

Testimonials

What our clients say

Very friendly service. I have every confidence in you being my Solicitors. Many thanks.

Mrs K Gartside - Oldham

Thank you so much Anna for making the Will making and Power of Attorney process so straight forward.

Ms A M King - Oldham

Excellent service from start to finish.

Mr & Mrs R Broadgate - Lymm

First class service from Jill and team. Thank you.

Mr & Mrs M Scholes - York

Vinesh was great when things went wrong further down the chain, keeping me informed every step in a calm reassuring manner. Thanks again. 10 out of 10.

Mr & Mrs G Hoy - Bury

A very professional and reliable service. Thank you for providing us with such a high class service.

Mr & Mrs D Wharmby - Oldham

Thank you for dealing with the purchase of our property. A professional and reliable service. I would definitely recommend your service to others. My special thanks to Jill Gregory.

Mr & Mrs D Wharmby - Oldham

Really thankful for your patience and understanding and for answering all my questions.

Ms D Ward - Oldham

Excellent communication throughout which was very much appreciated.

Ms D Ward - Oldham

Pleasant, relaxing and most helpful. Impressed by the efficiency of the staff. Cannot suggest further improvement to the present set up.

Mr & Mrs P G Williamson - Cleveleys

Superb, friendly service from start to finish. Thank you for all your help at a difficult time.

Mrs V Ling - Rochdale

We were appreciative of the straight forward approach that Jennifer took while providing the Will writing service.

Mr N A Heys & Mr P K Rawcliffe - Oldham

Vinesh did a great job handling this property purchase.

Mr & Mrs M Rubens - Warwickshire

Really liked the "Contract Ready" service. Very friendly, professional staff. Thank you Jill.

Mr J Starkey - Oldham

Amazing from beginning to end. Would highly recommend. Efficient every step of the way during a very stressful time. Would definitely use North Ainley for all legal assistance required in the future.

Mr A R Joshi & Ms N Bhatt - Stalybridge

Thank you for making our Will making a simple and quick process for time stricken parents.

Mr & Mrs A T Kirwan - Oldham

Particular thank you to Kirsty as well as Jill for all their help. As always, fantastic support.

Mr P K Rawcliffe & Mr C T Rawcliffe - Oldham

Jill and Kirsty were both really helpful and great to deal with. Would recommend and use again.

Miss L A Wood - Oldham

Very friendly service. I had every confidence in you.

Mrs K M Gartside - Oldham

This is the second time we have used North Ainley for legal matters and again found the service to be excellent. Thank you very much.

Mr & Mrs B Clarke - Oldham