UK Guide 2026 : North East
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Stowe Family Law LLP
As the UK’s biggest team of specialist family lawyers, Stowe Family Law has extensive knowledge of all areas of family law. Our team has won countless awards due to their superior skills and dedication to client success.
Thanks to our 90+ law offices in the UK, we’re able to support as many families as possible through this difficult time. In our North East region, we’re proud to have two integral members of our team be recognised: Sarah Crilly, Partner at our Newcastle law office, as a Band Three, and Hollie Murray, Senior Associate at our law office in North Shields, as an Associate to watch.
Of our North East department, Chambers & Partners says: “A very attentive team all round and highly experienced; they were empathetic while remaining highly professional during a challenging case.”
Having experience within the Family Court, but also providing various solutions for alternative dispute resolution, the Stowe Family Law team has what it takes to help each and every one of their clients achieve success.
Provided by Chambers
Stowe Family Law is a national family law firm with a strong presence in the North East. It can advise clients on financial remedy and divorce proceedings as well as child arrangements and in cases where domestic abuse is alleged. The firm has offices in Newcastle, Durham, North Shields and Sunderland.
Provided by Chambers
Those I have worked with in the team provide excellent advice and are dedicated, organised and responsive.
They gave me good advice and friendly, personal service.
A very attentive team all round and highly experienced; they were empathetic while remaining highly professional during a challenging case.
Stowe's national presence and seamless ability to bring in members across the family team from its various locations is a huge benefit and allows exposure to the wider team.
Provided by Chambers
Sarah Crilly is well versed in handling divorce proceedings and financial remedies for high net worth clients.
I have dealt with Sarah on complex matters and she clearly has her client's interests at heart. She is knowledgeable and thorough.
Sarah is very good at fighting her client's corner.
Hollie Murray has growing experience in family law and regularly assists on a range of complex finance matters for high net worth individuals.
My rights were always her main focus and she made sure I understood what I was agreeing to. She was extremely knowledgeable, so easy to work with, and her communication was second to none.
Hollie is a joy to work with. She is highly responsive and organised and provides excellent advice.
Family/Matrimonial
Family/Matrimonial
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