Business Details
45 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Leeds
Established in 1981, we are a Yorkshire-based law firm renowned for our expertise in criminal and family law, with a growing specialism in five key legal areas. Our first office opened in Leeds City Centre, and we have since expanded to serve clients across Bramley, Middleton, Harrogate, and York. Our team operates as a unified unit, with solicitors supporting one another to deliver comprehensive legal solutions. We prioritise accessibility, affordability, and client-focused service, ensuring expert representation regardless of circumstances.With decades of collective experience, our solicitors are members of specialist panels and widely recognised for their legal acumen. Our commitment to transparency and service excellence remains central to our practice, even as we transitioned to a Limited Liability Partnership in 2024.
Services
Family Law
Divorce
Child Care Law
Motoring Offences
Criminal Law
Property Conveyancing
Sexual Offences
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- Nationally renowned expertise in criminal and family law since 1981
- Dedicated team approach with solicitors supporting each other
- Offices in five Yorkshire locations for greater client accessibility
- 24/7 emergency services for urgent legal matters
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) for professional standards
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Excellent knowledge and experience
Empathetic and understanding approach
Achieved positive case outcomes
Accessible across multiple offices
24/7 emergency support available
Services
Family Law
We provide comprehensive family law services covering divorce, child arrangements, cohabitation agreements, and financial settlements. Our solicitors prioritise the welfare of children and offer sensitive guidance during relationship breakdowns. Clients benefit from our expertise in navigating emotionally complex cases while protecting their rights and interests.
Criminal Law
Our criminal law team represents clients facing serious charges including assault, drug offences, and motoring violations. With experience in both prosecution and defence, we offer strategic legal support from police station attendance through to court proceedings. We specialise in safeguarding clients' futures through robust defence strategies.
Child Care Law
We specialise in child care law matters involving local authority interventions, care proceedings, and guardianship arrangements. Our solicitors advocate for parents' rights while ensuring children's best interests. We provide urgent legal support for cases requiring emergency protection orders or special guardianship arrangements.
Motoring Offences
Our motoring law specialists handle cases involving speeding, drink-driving, and uninsured driving. We advise on penalty mitigation, exceptional hardship claims, and court representation. Clients receive tailored guidance to protect their driving privileges and minimise legal consequences.
Sexual Offences
We provide discreet legal representation for serious sexual offence allegations including rape, indecent images, and historic charges. Our solicitors offer immediate pre-charge advice and court defence, balancing sensitive client support with rigorous legal challenge to prosecution evidence.
People
Helen Doolan
Solicitor
Recognised for clear communication and client-focused approach, Helen Doolan specialises in family law matters with particular emphasis on child care proceedings and parental rights. Her empathetic representation has earned client recommendations.
Richard Howard
Lead Solicitor
With extensive experience in criminal defence, Richard Howard provides expert legal guidance characterised by directness and strategic focus. His expertise covers complex criminal cases and motoring offence defence.
Adam Hall
Family Law Specialist
Adam Hall combines legal expertise with compassionate support in family law cases, particularly child arrangement disputes. His client testimonials highlight his ability to achieve positive outcomes during challenging family transitions.
Questions
What happens during family court proceedings?
The court evaluates local authority concerns, appoints an independent children's guardian, and considers parental perspectives. Proceedings typically conclude within six months, determining child residence and contact arrangements.
Can I get legal aid for family law cases?
Legal aid is available for clients facing domestic abuse or child protection issues, subject to income assessment. We provide eligibility evaluations and alternative funding options.
What constitutes exceptional hardship in motoring cases?
Exceptional hardship claims require demonstrating disproportionate consequences of disqualification, such as job loss or family hardship. Our solicitors specialise in building persuasive mitigation arguments.
How does a Section 20 agreement work?
This voluntary agreement allows local authorities to accommodate children outside the home. Parents retain rights to withdraw consent, but legal advice is essential before signing.
What are the benefits of prenuptial agreements?
Prenuptial agreements clarify financial arrangements in divorce proceedings, protecting individual assets and providing certainty for both parties in relationship breakdowns.
