Business Details
50+ Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Legal Services in Burnley
Donald Race & Newton Solicitors has been providing expert legal advice since 1924, serving clients across East Lancashire with offices in Burnley, Colne, and Whalley. Our approach combines traditional private client work with specialist commercial services, delivered by a team of highly qualified lawyers. We prioritise straightforward, jargon-free advice while maintaining deep client relationships and a commitment to exceptional care. With over 90 years of experience, we offer tailored legal solutions for individuals and businesses, focusing on achieving the best outcomes through proactive communication and transparent fee structures.Our expertise spans family law, conveyancing, corporate law, and criminal defence, supported by accreditations from the Solicitors Regulation Authority. We operate on fixed fees and no-win, no-fee arrangements, ensuring accessibility without compromising quality. Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to handle complex cases with empathy. Our long-standing reputation reflects our dedication to combining legal excellence with personal service, making us a trusted choice for legal matters in Lancashire and beyond.
Services
Family Law
Conveyancing
Corporate Law
Wills & Probate
Road Traffic Offences
Personal Injury
Clinical Negligence
Employment Law
Commercial Litigation
Debt Recovery
Details
- Year established: 1924
Highlights and features
- We have over 90 years of legal expertise serving Lancashire clients.
- Our team includes specialist solicitors with proven track records in niche areas.
- We offer no-win, no-fee arrangements for eligible cases.
- Our 24-hour emergency helpline ensures immediate support for urgent legal matters.
- We combine traditional values with modern, jargon-free legal advice.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Exceptional support
Seamless process
Highly approachable
Fantastic service
Excellent communication
Services
Family Law
Our family law specialists handle divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and mediation services. We prioritise amicable resolutions while protecting client interests through court representation when necessary. With over 20 years' experience, our team provides empathetic guidance during emotionally challenging times.
Conveyancing
We manage residential property transactions including purchases, sales, and remortgages. Our fixed-fee service ensures transparent costs while our proactive approach minimises delays. Clients benefit from dedicated case management and digital communication tools for transaction updates.
Corporate Law
Specialist corporate lawyers advise on business formations, commercial contracts, and mergers. We provide strategic legal support tailored to business objectives, with expertise in sectors including manufacturing, hospitality, and agriculture across Lancashire and nationally.
Personal Injury
We represent clients seeking compensation for accidents, clinical negligence, and workplace injuries. Our no-win, no-fee service investigates liability and quantifies damages to secure fair settlements while supporting clients' recovery needs.
Employment Law
Our employment law team handles tribunal claims, contract disputes, and workplace policies. We offer practical advice for employers and employees, with expertise in defending unfair dismissal claims and ensuring workplace compliance.
People
David Lawson
Criminal Law Solicitor
Admitted in 1995, David specialises in serious crime defence including murder, fraud, and drug conspiracies. He leads our pre-charge investigation team and manages complex police interaction cases with a focus on preventing prosecution.
Matthew Finley
Litigation Solicitor
With 25 years' experience since 1998, Matthew handles building disputes and civil litigation. He focuses on debt recovery, contract disputes, and construction-related legal matters, prioritising negotiation before court proceedings.
Karen Frankland
Family Law Head
Leading the family department, Karen has over 20 years' experience in children matters and divorce proceedings. She specialises in complex custody arrangements and court applications regarding child welfare and parental rights.
Gillian Taylor
Family Solicitor
Qualified in 2006, Gillian handles family law cases with emphasis on child contact disputes and domestic abuse protection. She provides compassionate legal support while maintaining strong advocacy in court proceedings.
Nicola Barrow
Family Law Solicitor
Specialising in divorce and child custody matters, Nicola combines tenacity with empathy. She guides clients through complex family court processes, focusing on protecting vulnerable parties and achieving sustainable outcomes.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in family law, conveyancing, corporate law, criminal defence, personal injury, and employment law. Our services also include wills, probate, clinical negligence, and commercial litigation.
Do you offer 24/7 legal support?
Yes, we provide a 24-hour emergency helpline for urgent criminal defence matters, ensuring immediate legal representation at police stations or court appearances when required.
Are your legal fees transparent?
We discuss costs upfront and offer most services on fixed-fee or no-win, no-fee arrangements. This ensures clarity with no hidden charges throughout your legal proceedings.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our solicitors have decades of combined experience, with specialists admitted to practice since the 1990s. Many hold leadership roles in departments handling complex cases across Lancashire.
Can you handle both personal and business legal matters?
Yes, we serve individuals and businesses with services ranging from wills and family law to corporate transactions, commercial property, and employment law matters.
