Ranking tables
Family/Matrimonial | UK
North East
Rankings overview for Departments
Band 1
- David Gray Solicitors 4 Years Ranked
- Irwin Mitchell 3 Years Ranked
- Major Family Law
Band 2
- Hay & Kilner
- Mincoffs Solicitors LLP
- Sintons
- Ward Hadaway LLP
Eminent Practitioners
- Elspeth Thomson David Gray Solicitors15 Years Ranked
- Joanne MajorMajor Family Law
Band 2
- Lesley Monkhouse David Gray Solicitors7 Years Ranked
- Wayne Lynn Irwin Mitchell12 Years Ranked
- Emily CannellMincoffs Solicitors LLP
- Jonathan FlowerWard Hadaway LLP
- Lucinda ConnellMajor Family Law
Band 3
- Claire Hunter David Gray Solicitors1 Years Ranked
- Katie Machin Irwin Mitchell3 Years Ranked
- Lucy Mead David Gray Solicitors14 Years Ranked
- Anna HunterMajor Family Law
- Christian ButlerHay & Kilner
- Louise MastersSintons
- Rachel SmithMincoffs Solicitors LLP
- Sarah CrillyStowe Family Law LLP
Up and Coming
Associates to watch
- Calvin Walker Major Family Law1 Years Ranked
- Hollie MurrayStowe Family Law LLP
All Departments profiles
Band 1
1 David Gray SolicitorsFamily/Matrimonial2025 | Band 1 | 4 Years RankedDavid Gray Solicitors has a well-respected team that demonstrates expertise in dealing with divorce proceedings and associated financial remedies, along with other family disputes. The firm further stands out for its experience in handling complex child matters, including cases concerning abuse and non-accidental injuries. It can provide the full range of alternative dispute resolution services, including family mediation, arbitration and collaborative law processes. The firm can offer clients a multidisciplinary service along with a strong ancillary network of non-legal support services and other professionals.
1 Irwin MitchellFamily/Matrimonial2025 | Band 1 | 3 Years RankedIrwin Mitchell has notable strength in dealing with high-value separation cases involving inheritance, tax, trust or pension issues. Its high-quality team demonstrates experience advising on wealth protection and the negotiation of nuptial agreements, as well as challenges to such arrangements. It is capable of handling cross-border matters both within the UK and internationally. It has further expertise in child disputes arising from divorce, including complex matters involving allegations of abuse and parental alienation. The Newcastle team of Irwin Mitchell incorporates lawyers from Silk Family Law, following the firms' merger in 2024.