Paul Reay

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Paul is experienced in dealing with all aspects of relationship breakdowns, including divorce and finances, cohabitation, children matters and domestic abuse matters. His friendly and positive manner provides comfort and reassurance to his clients. Prior to joining McAlister Family Law, Paul was Head of the Family Law at Hilary Meredith Solicitors, and his expertise and excellent reputation have resulted in him receiving instructions from clients not only in Cheshire but throughout the UK.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 457453

  • Based in Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • Licensed for 15 years

Accepting new clients via ReviewSolicitors

Paul is experienced in dealing with all aspects of relationship breakdowns, including divorce and finances, cohabitation, children matters and domestic abuse matters. His friendly and positive manner provides comfort and reassurance to his clients. Prior to joining McAlister Family Law, Paul was Head of the Family Law at Hilary Meredith Solicitors, and his expertise and excellent reputation have resulted in him receiving instructions from clients not only in Cheshire but throughout the UK.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 457453

  • Based in Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • Licensed for 15 years

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Communication 4.9/5
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Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
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Experience

  • Hilary Meredith Solicitors Ltd

    Assistant

    Until October 2019

  • McAlister Family Law Limited

    Assistant

    Until Present

Languages spoken

  • English

Opening hours

Monday 09:00–17:30
Tuesday 09:00–17:30 (Open)
Wednesday 09:00–17:30
Thursday 09:00–17:30
Friday 09:00–17:30
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

4 Castle Street, Manchester, M3 4LZ

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Mr G

Family Law

Instant Action & Support! 100% Trust.

Nicola ‘Nikki’ got upto speed really quickly with my case and history, working along side Paul Reay her colleague, who i have worked with since 2019. Paul had a family holiday arranged and rather than leaving me waiting with the anxiety of not seeing my children, Nikki picked up my case. She called me first thing Monday Morning 9am and got to action instantly. Iv never known a solicitor so responsive, reassuring and instant action. She was reassuringly calm and said don’t worry we will get this sorted for you. She’s amazing. From a hostile mother and no contact as usual over the weekend, she managed to negotiate some contact with my children by Wednesday, navigating a very hostile parent, making lots of accusations and reasons not to allow contact. Along side this, she was gathering background, evidence, in constant contact and construction court documents to enforce an existing court order. She made herself available for contact, by email , phone and in person at anytime possible. She doesn’t speak in solicitor language, she speaks open, human, and in real world language also. She gives you her honest view on what she see’s going on and makes the relevant strategy for you and your children. McAlister Law, Paul Reay and now Nicola Bradley have always got me the correct result in the end over long and protracted , hostile and my case where iv had to deal with accusation after accusation. I put my 100% trust in these guys. Thank you!

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Thank you for your heartfelt feedback. We are grateful for the confidence you have placed in Paul, Nicola and the wider team over the years. We truly appreciate your continued trust in McAlister Family Law.

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Maiana

Professionalism, Dedication and Expertise.

Paul is an excellent solicitor and a real credit to the firm. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone looking for someone who is professional, committed and invested in achieving the best result for their client. Having had such a strong team behind me gave me great confidence during what was an challenging time. I’m grateful for Paul’s professionalism and support throughout my case. His contribution and commitment made a real difference, and together we achieved the outcome we had worked so hard for. Thank you, Paul, for everything!

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Your appreciation means a great deal to Paul and the wider team, and we are grateful for your recommendation.

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Alex

Family Law

Couldn’t have asked for better representation.

I cannot recommend Paul highly enough. From the very beginning, he was professional, supportive, and genuinely caring. Going to court was something I was incredibly anxious about, but he put me at ease every step of the way. His calm, reassuring approach gave me so much confidence, and he explained everything clearly so I always knew what to expect. In court, he was outstanding—knowledgeable, approachable, and incredibly supportive—which made what could have been a very stressful experience feel so much easier. I am truly grateful for all of his hard work, dedication, and guidance throughout my case. If you're looking for a family law solicitor who is compassionate, highly skilled, and will support you every step of the way, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him.

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We know how much of a difference it makes to have someone in your corner who not only fights for you in court but also takes the time to ensure you feel informed, confident, and supported every step of the way. Thank you for your high recommendation, Alex, and we wish you all the very best for a peaceful and bright future ahead!

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Ben white

Family Law

Impeccable timing

Was going through a really tough experience contacted Paul out of hours and was there to help in my time of need couldn't be more chuffed to have has him and Lottie with my case! Thank you!

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Hi Ben, having both Paul and Lottie on your side to help navigate the storm clearly made all the difference, and we couldn't be happier that you got the support you deserved. Thank you so much for sharing this, Ben!

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Nichola

Family Law

Brilliant.

I’ve been using Paul now for a couple of months. In this time he has been very open and honest with expectations. He is very knowledgeable about family law and has made us feel at ease and very happy with the outcome up to now. He is very professional and always responds quickly to any issue or questions we have. I trust him totally with my family and would recommend him to anyone I know. He is sympathetic to the struggles parents have,as a father himself he knows how traumatic and difficult situations are for both parents and Especialy the child. This is where his sense of humour comes In he can lighten the stress but is also fierce when it comes to fighting your corner. Thank you Paul for your continued support. And also to Nicola Bradley who has also helped and supported us In the same manor

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Hi Nichola, thank you for taking the time to provide such a comprehensive and positive review of your experience with our firm. We are very pleased to hear that Paul has provided exceptional, professional guidance and achieved satisfactory outcomes for your family up to this point. Thank you for letting us support your family, and we are right here with you as that continued support carries on!

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