Business Details
We established Row and Scott in the early 1980s, having first met as articled clerks at McKeags before founding our practice. Our firm originally operated from St Nicholas Buildings in central Newcastle, expanding rapidly to open a branch on Church Street in Consett and later a consultation room on Wellwood Street in Amble. Barry Row retired from the firm in January 2013, and Richard Scott retired in August 2015, though Richard continues to serve as a Consultant to support our team. Our primary Newcastle office has been based at 98 West Road since 2002, while our Consett office relocated to Tanfield Lea in 2023, and we still maintain our Amble consultation room. We operate primarily from our Newcastle office, where our two Directors Adam Leighton Scott and Peter Joseph Docherty deliver client services. We have a proud longstanding tradition of providing legally aided work, holding formal contracts from the Legal Aid Agency to deliver services in criminal, family and housing law.
For clients who do not qualify for legal aid, we deliver the same high-quality, professional legal support at fully competitive rates. We have operated the Legal Aid Agency Duty Possession Scheme in Northumberland since 2005, and in Newcastle since 2010, offering free legal advice at court for individuals facing possession proceedings for rented or mortgaged properties. Our firm holds both Lexcel and CQS accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to the highest professional standards in legal service delivery. We are fully authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and maintain the required professional indemnity insurance in line with SRA rules to protect our clients. All our solicitors are specialist, experienced professionals dedicated to delivering tailored, practical advice that prioritises our clients best interests at all times.
For clients who do not qualify for legal aid, we deliver the same high-quality, professional legal support at fully competitive rates. We have operated the Legal Aid Agency Duty Possession Scheme in Northumberland since 2005, and in Newcastle since 2010, offering free legal advice at court for individuals facing possession proceedings for rented or mortgaged properties. Our firm holds both Lexcel and CQS accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to the highest professional standards in legal service delivery. We are fully authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and maintain the required professional indemnity insurance in line with SRA rules to protect our clients. All our solicitors are specialist, experienced professionals dedicated to delivering tailored, practical advice that prioritises our clients best interests at all times.
Highlights and features
- We have provided legal services since the early 1980s.
- We are fully SRA-regulated for all client matters.
- We hold Lexcel and CQS professional accreditation.
- We have run the Duty Possession Scheme since 2005.
- We hold Legal Aid Agency contracts for core practice areas.
Services
Family Law
We provide specialist family law representation for clients across Newcastle upon Tyne, County Durham and Northumberland. Our solicitors support clients with matters including divorce, child arrangements and financial remedy proceedings. We deliver tailored, compassionate advice to protect your interests and achieve the best possible outcome for your family.
Criminal Law
We deliver expert criminal law representation for individuals facing criminal charges across the North East. Our specialist solicitors provide clear, practical advice and robust defence for all criminal matters, from police station attendance to court proceedings. We are committed to protecting your rights and securing the best possible outcome for your case.
Housing Law
We provide specialist housing law advice and representation for clients across the region. Our solicitors support with possession proceedings, tenancy disputes, evictions and homelessness matters for both tenants and landlords. We offer free court-based advice for eligible individuals via our long-running Duty Possession Scheme.
Conveyancing
We deliver expert conveyancing services for residential property transactions across the North East. Our specialist solicitors manage all aspects of house purchases, sales and remortgages with clear, practical guidance. We ensure your property transaction is handled efficiently and with full transparency at every stage.
Probate and Wills
We provide specialist probate and wills services to help clients plan for the future and manage estates. Our solicitors draft legally sound wills and support with probate applications, estate administration and inheritance matters. We deliver clear, compassionate advice to ensure your wishes are protected and your estate is handled correctly.
