Manchester

Top divorce and children's lawyers in Manchester

Top Family Lawyers in Manchester

McAlister Family Law is one of the leading choices for anyone seeking family lawyers in Manchester. 

Being voted Family Law Firm of the year for three consecutive years in the Manchester Legal Awards confirms that we are the people’s lawyers of choice when it comes to divorce and family law-related issues. 

Our expertise covers all areas of family law, including divorce proceedings, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, financial settlements and child arrangements, to name a few. McAlister Family Law’s Manchester office is headed by Managing Partner Amanda McAlister, widely regarded as one of the top divorce lawyers in Manchester, and is the BBC’s go-to expert on family law.

Best Children Lawyers in Manchester

McAlister Family Law is home to some of the most respected family lawyers in Greater Manchester, including the region’s best children’s law specialists.

We are passionate about the rights of children and, through our work, deliver life-changing results for families. We take pride in representing clients including parents, carers, grandparents and even the child themselves, as well as high net worth individuals.

Ten of our lawyers are Law Society Children Panel accredited, which is an endorsement only given to experts who have demonstrated an extensive level of expertise and commitment to children. This is a fact that we are very proud of and one that sets us apart from other firms.As specialist family lawyers in Manchester, McAlister Family Law also offers bespoke legal support to clients across Cheshire and London. Our firm boasts a large family law team of male and female lawyers, consultants and arbitrators who have taken their years of practicing at major national and international family law firms and translated this into a niche family and children law practice.

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McAlister Mission

Our team’s mission is to exceed our clients’ expectations both in terms of service, expertise and value. 

We will do this by:

  • Fighting for fairness in all our cases
  • Putting our clients and children at the centre of everything we do  
  • Developing a robust and comprehensive plan to ensure that results are delivered and positive change can happen, so that life can move forward

Manchester Family Lawyers, Here To Help You

We offer a free initial consultation to all prospective clients looking for family law solicitors in Manchester, as we believe that it is essential that you get to know who will be representing you before you decide to instruct.

Whether it is issues surrounding family you need legal advice on or you’re looking for divorce lawyers in Manchester, our team of family lawyers is looking forward to helping.

An experienced lawyer will take the time to understand the details of your situation and put in place a proposed strategy should you wish to instruct. We will provide a sense of possible outcomes and an idea of costs.

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What Our Manchester Clients Say

  • " Brigid has helped me in the worst time of my life I was in great hands and got the outcome I wanted was friendly and professional and I would highly recommend her and her colleagues and use them again. "

    Hayley
  • " My case was very nuanced and involved difficult emotional abuse of myself and my children. Nicola understood this from the start. Her advice was invaluable. She is a great asset to this firm I can't recommend her more highly. "

    Hannah
  • " Overall, my experience with Paul Reay and Agata Napora was exceptional. Their professionalism, understanding, and dedication to their clients truly set them apart in the field of family law. "

    Simon

Your Manchester Solicitors

Amanda McAlister
Managing Partner
Ruth Hetherington
Partner
Nick Hodson
Partner
Fiona Wood
Partner
Lisa Brown
Partner
Caroline Bilous
Partner
Jason Stanley
Partner

How To Find Us

By Rail

Our Manchester office is just a short walk from Deansgate-Castlefield train and tram station, offering regular connections from across the city and the wider region. Once you exit the station, it’s around a 5-minute walk along Deansgate and Castle Street to our office at Bass Warehouse.

By Car

We’re easily accessible by car from the city centre and surrounding areas. There are a number of public car parks and on-street parking options nearby. If you need directions or assistance with local parking, please get in touch with our team ahead of your visit.

0161 507 7145

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Bass Warehouse
4 Castle Street
Manchester
M3 4LZ

Frequently asked Questions

Does McAlister Family Law have a Manchester office?

Yes, our Manchester office can be found at the Bass Warehouse, 4 Castle St, Manchester M3 4LZ, just four minutes away from Deansgate-Castlefield train station.

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