Family Law Northampton
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“Pauline, Chantelle and team were very helpful and supportive during the whole process. They worked quickly and efficiently to achieve the final outcome of my divorce and closure of joint assets. The process, explainations and communication were very clear and concise which also helped keep costs manageable. I would highly recommend using Purcell for family and divorce legal matters.” – Review Solicitors
If you are facing a family law matter in Northampton or the surrounding areas of Northamptonshire, Purcell Solicitors offers specialist family law advice from a team with over 30 years of experience in complex cases.
Our office in Milton Keynes is approximately 16 miles from Northampton, around 25 minutes along the A45, and we advise clients across Northampton, Northamptonshire, and the wider region every day, both in person and by remote consultation. Whether you are separating, dealing with arrangements for your children, or resolving financial matters on divorce, our team works exclusively in family law. There are no generalists here.
We are ranked in Chambers and Partners for family and divorce law and are proud members of Resolution, meaning every case is handled with a commitment to reducing conflict and protecting the long-term interests of everyone involved.
Our Expertise
Family Law Services for Northampton Clients
We advise Northampton clients across the full range of family law matters:
- ✓ Divorce Financial Settlements — dividing assets, pensions, property, and income fairly on divorce, including complex and high-net-worth cases
- ✓ Separation & Divorce — legal advice on ending a marriage under the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020
- ✓ Children’s Law — child arrangements, residence, contact disputes, and parental responsibility
- ✓ Family Mediation — structured, confidential resolution outside court
- ✓ Cohabitation — financial and property claims for unmarried couples on separation
- ✓ International Family Law — cross-border cases involving overseas assets or multi-jurisdictional questions
Financial Settlements and Pensions in Northampton Divorces
Northampton has deep roots in public service, healthcare, and manufacturing. Those employment histories mean defined benefit pensions are more common here than in many other parts of the country. These pensions pay a guaranteed income in retirement and are frequently the most valuable asset in a Northampton divorce, requiring careful specialist handling.
Courts apply section 25 of the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 when deciding financial remedy cases, with the welfare of any minor children as the first consideration. The House of Lords in White v White UKHL 54 confirmed that a homemaker’s non-financial contributions carry equal legal weight to those of the breadwinner. Miller v Miller; McFarlane v McFarlane UKHL 24 confirmed that needs, sharing, and compensation are the three guiding principles in financial remedy cases. Our pensions and divorce page sets out in full how we approach pension work.
Northampton Crown, County and Family Court
Family law proceedings for Northampton clients are heard at the Northampton Crown, County and Family Court, 85-87 Lady’s Lane, Northampton, NN1 3HQ. The court is open Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm. For family court enquiries contact family.northampton.countycourt@justice.gov.uk or call 0300 123 5577. The court deals with divorce hearings, financial remedy proceedings, child arrangements, adoption, and domestic abuse cases.
Many Northampton clients resolve their matters without setting foot in court. Our family mediation service and non-court resolution options, including arbitration, collaborative law, and private Financial Dispute Resolution, are available in-house and regularly produce a binding outcome more quickly and at less cost than contested proceedings.
Why Northampton Clients Choose Purcell Solicitors
Our Chambers and Partners ranking reflects consistent performance in financially complex cases across Northamptonshire and the wider region. Every solicitor in our team works exclusively in family law. We also have qualified mediators and arbitrators in-house, so whatever route to resolution suits your situation, we can provide it without referring you elsewhere. Many Northampton clients start with a remote consultation by Zoom or Teams and find they never need to make the trip to Milton Keynes.
Our Northampton Family Law Team
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Pauline Purcell — Managing Director, Family Solicitor, Mediator, Collaborative Lawyer and Family Arbitrator, over 30 years’ experience
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Mandi Austin — Director, Law Society Family Law Panel accredited specialist, over 25 years’ experience
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Lisa Buckridge — Director, Collaborative Lawyer, Family Mediation Council-accredited Mediator, over 20 years’ experience
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Haidee French — Law Society Family Law Panel accredited specialist, over 12 years’ experience
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Stephanie Dodman — Family Law Solicitor, Resolution member
Get in Touch
We advise Northampton clients on family law matters every day. Call us on 01908 693000, email enquiries@purcellsolicitors.co.uk, or complete our contact form.
Consultations are available in person at our Milton Keynes office or by Zoom and Teams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you advise me remotely if I live in Bedfordshire?
Do I need a family solicitor in Bedfordshire, or can I use one based in Milton Keynes?
Do you act for clients throughout Bedfordshire?
About Purcell Solicitors?
When a relationship breaks down and families need to readjust, we understand how upsetting and worrying it is for those involved.
Our team of family law experts throughout the Bedfordshire area will work with you compassionately and collaboratively, so you feel fully supported. We will help you resolve your family law legal issues either by agreement or, if necessary, by robustly representing your interests in Court or Arbitration proceedings. Combining our experience in family law with our high level of service, to provide you with the very best family law advice and representation.
Why Use Purcell Solicitors?
Experts in complex matrimonial cases
With long-standing recognition in Chambers and Partners Guide, we are experts in family law, recommended by peers and professionals. Benefit from our extensive experience in all separation-related matters.
Bedford-based Family Lawyers
We are skilled in dealing with every aspect of family law and separation.
Talk to us in confidence
Book a call to discuss your circumstances with our specialist team.
Safe and supportive environment
Rest assured, we are on your side and here to listen to your concerns.
Specialist advice and representation
Your dedicated Bedford family lawyer will do everything to help achieve the solution you want as quickly and cost-effectively as possible.
Dispute Resolution Experts
Where possible, we always strive to resolve matters out of court successfully and are specialists in non-court dispute resolution.
We Are Accredited
