Business Details
14 Years
experience
Expert Family Law Solicitors in West Yorkshire
Harrington Family Law is a specialist family law firm established in 2012 by Victoria Harrington. Our team of experienced solicitors and legal executives provides compassionate, tailored legal representation across West Yorkshire and beyond. With over 20 years of combined experience in family law matters, we focus exclusively on divorce, child custody, civil partnerships, financial settlements, cohabitation agreements, and domestic violence cases. Our approach prioritises amicable resolutions while maintaining rigorous advocacy for clients' interests. We offer free 30-minute telephone consultations and low-cost face-to-face sessions to ensure accessible legal guidance.Accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number 666091), we combine technical expertise with empathetic support during emotionally challenging times. Our team includes Resolution members and former magistrates, bringing diverse perspectives to complex family law issues. Client testimonials consistently highlight our professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to achieve favourable outcomes without unnecessary litigation.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Civil Partnerships
Financial Settlements
Cohabitation
Domestic Violence
Parental Responsibility
Child Arrangements
Property Division
Legal Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Specialist family law practice since 2012 with Resolution membership
- Compassionate approach combining legal expertise with emotional support
- Tailored services for complex family law matters including international cases
- Free initial 30-minute telephone consultation with qualified solicitors
- Cost-effective solutions with transparent pricing structures
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Compassionate support
Professional expertise
Successful outcomes
Responsive communication
Cost-effective solutions
Services
Divorce Services
Our specialist divorce solicitors guide clients through uncontested and contested divorces with compassion and expertise. We handle all aspects including petition filing, financial settlements, and custody arrangements while minimising conflict. With over 90% of cases resolved without court intervention, we prioritise amicable solutions that protect clients' interests and family relationships. Our transparent pricing includes fixed-fee options for straightforward cases.
Child Custody
We specialise in creating tailored child custody solutions focusing on the child's best interests. Our services include negotiating parenting plans, preparing child arrangements orders, and representing clients in complex custody disputes. With experienced former magistrates on our team, we provide practical guidance on visitation rights, relocation cases, and international child custody matters while maintaining sensitivity to family dynamics.
Financial Settlements
Our financial settlement experts handle property division, spousal maintenance, and complex asset negotiations during divorce proceedings. We specialise in high-net-worth cases, pension sharing, and business valuation while ensuring fair outcomes that protect clients' long-term financial security. Our approach combines legal expertise with pragmatic solutions to resolve disputes efficiently and cost-effectively.
Cohabitation Agreements
We draft comprehensive cohabitation agreements that protect both partners' interests in property, finances, and child arrangements. Our legally binding agreements clarify financial responsibilities, asset ownership, and separation procedures while providing security for unmarried couples. We also advise on property rights and dispute resolution when relationships end.
Civil Partnership Dissolution
We provide specialist legal support for dissolving civil partnerships with sensitivity to unique relationship dynamics. Our services include negotiating financial settlements, resolving child custody matters, and completing dissolution paperwork. We prioritise mediation and collaborative approaches to achieve fair outcomes while maintaining dignity throughout the process for both parties.
People
Victoria Harrington
Founder & Solicitor
Qualified solicitor since 1993 specialising in family law, Resolution member, and expert in relationship breakdowns. Practicing in West Yorkshire with focus on children disputes and domestic violence cases.
Sarah Khanna
Director & Family Chartered Legal Executive
Over 25 years' experience in family law, specialising in complex children cases and domestic violence. Sits as magistrate in South Yorkshire family courts, providing unique judicial perspective.
James Skinner
Family Solicitor
Specialises in financial settlements and international children cases with over 20 years' experience. Expert in innovative negotiation techniques for fair marital asset division.
Linda Sandford
Family Chartered Legal Executive
Over 20 years' experience handling complex children cases and domestic violence matters. Provides pragmatic financial settlement advice with empathetic approach to client care.
Megan Thackray
Qualified Family Solicitor
Specialises in financial disputes and children cases, qualified in 2024 with academic background in criminology and law. Combines fresh perspective with rigorous legal analysis.
Questions
What areas of family law do you specialise in?
We specialise in divorce, child custody, financial settlements, civil partnership dissolutions, cohabitation agreements, and domestic violence cases across West Yorkshire.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free 30-minute telephone consultations with qualified solicitors to discuss your family law matters.
How are child custody arrangements determined?
We help establish child arrangements orders and residence orders prioritising the child's best interests through negotiation or court representation.
What payment options are available?
We offer transparent pricing including fixed-fee services for uncontested divorces and hourly rates for complex cases with clear cost estimates.
Are your services regulated by legal authorities?
Yes, we are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number 666091 and maintain professional indemnity insurance.
