Department profile
gunnercooke

Family/Matrimonial

UK Guide 2026 : Yorkshire


gunnercooke

Rankings

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Family/Matrimonial - Yorkshire

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Family lawyers at gunnercooke handle a wide range of matters, including financial remedy and private children law. The firm can assist clients in seeking injunctive solutions, such as maintenance enforcement and prohibited steps orders, as well as helping them to negotiate financial settlements and child arrangements. It can also provide expertise to clients requiring advice on Islamic law with regard to marriage and divorce.

Strengths

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  • They show dedication to clients and go the extra mile.

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  • They are able to provide a tailored and client-focused service, showing real attention to cost-effective advice and a proportionate approach to litigation.

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  • gunnercooke's family department are conscientious and thorough, with a committed team you can rely on.

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  • They provide approachable communication, client rapport and bring counsel in at the appropriate time to achieve a joint approach.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Joe Bartlett
    Band 2Joe Bartlett

    Joe Bartlett

    Joe Bartlett is a trained collaborative practitioner who is based in Sheffield. He is respected for his expertise in family law, handling both children and financial matters related to divorce proceedings.

    • Joe provides a brilliant service.

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    • Joe is incredibly hard-working and really good with clients.

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  • Band 2Siddique Patel
    Band 2Siddique Patel

    Siddique Patel

    Siddique Patel has a growing reputation for his family law practice in Leeds, which sees him regularly handling both financial remedy and children matters. A specialist in Islamic family law, he also regularly advises clients on Islamic divorce and applications to Shari'a councils.

    • He is an excellent solicitor all round.

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    • Siddique is a brilliant lawyer. He has a keen eye for detail and he is approachable and client-focused.

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    • Siddique has a wonderful manner with clients and is an all-round pleasure to work with.

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    • Siddique is a good lawyer and has a brilliant manner with clients.

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    • Siddique has expertise in Islamic law marriage and is definitely a go-to lawyer in this space.

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Ranked Individuals at gunnercooke (2)

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