Vicky Withers

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Vicky is a Partner at McAlister Family Law, specialising in both public and private children law matters. With over 20 years of experience advising on all aspects of children’s law, Vicky brings a depth of knowledge and practical insight to complex and sensitive cases. For 16 years, Vicky has represented local authorities in child care proceedings and, for the past six years, served as an In-House Advocate at Cheshire West and Chester Council. In this role, Vicky provided legal advice to social workers and represented the Council in contested court hearings.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 320695

  • Based in Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • Licensed for 22 years

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Vicky is a Partner at McAlister Family Law, specialising in both public and private children law matters. With over 20 years of experience advising on all aspects of children’s law, Vicky brings a depth of knowledge and practical insight to complex and sensitive cases. For 16 years, Vicky has represented local authorities in child care proceedings and, for the past six years, served as an In-House Advocate at Cheshire West and Chester Council. In this role, Vicky provided legal advice to social workers and represented the Council in contested court hearings.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 320695

  • Based in Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • Licensed for 22 years

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  • English

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Monday 09:00–17:30
Tuesday 09:00–17:30
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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Exceptional Representation in a Hague Convention Case

Vicky was the lead solicitor for an extremely challenging Hague Convention case for me and was never anything other than professional, strategic, proactive, and exceptionally hardworking throughout. From the outset, she inspired confidence and always made me feel supported, informed, and protected during an incredibly stressful period. She and her team dedicated countless hours to my case and consistently went above and beyond to make the process as manageable as possible for me and my son. Despite juggling multiple complex cases, I never once felt neglected or overlooked, even as proceedings became lengthy and demanding. I would also particularly like to thank Megan and Ruth for their support throughout the proceedings. Megan was consistently kind, responsive, and reassuring, while Ruth’s specialist knowledge and oversight were clearly invaluable to the case. What stood out most was the team’s calm, measured, and highly strategic approach. They were meticulous in preparation, compassionate in communication, and clearly deeply experienced in this area of law. Their work ultimately achieved the best possible outcome for us - a return refusal. I will always be incredibly grateful to Vicky and the wider team for believing in me, fighting tirelessly for my case, and helping secure our future.

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Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that Vicky and the wider team provided such professional, strategic, and dedicated support throughout your Hague Convention case. It is especially pleasing to know that you felt supported, informed, and reassured during what must have been a very difficult time. We are also pleased to hear your positive comments about Megan and Ruth and the valuable contribution they made to your case. We really appreciate your recognition of the team’s hard work and commitment. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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Fantastic team, and fantastic Vicky

I cannot recommend Vicky Withers highly enough. From the very beginning, she was exceptional — professional, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. Vicky has a deep understanding of disability rights and the realities faced by disabled parents, which made an enormous difference throughout what was an extremely difficult and emotional process. She took the time to truly listen, never made assumptions, and ensured my voice was heard at every stage. Her approach was not only legally robust but also human — she understood how systems can fail disabled people and worked tirelessly to challenge that. I always felt supported, respected, and reassured, even during the most stressful moments. Vicky explained everything clearly, advocated fiercely on my behalf, and handled complex issues with calm confidence and precision. Thanks to her dedication and expertise, I felt empowered rather than overwhelmed. She is an outstanding solicitor and an incredible advocate. I am deeply grateful for her support and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone, especially disabled clients who need someone who genuinely understands their rights and will fight for them.

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Dear Rammy, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful and generous review. We are incredibly grateful for your kind words and are delighted to hear about your experience with Vicky. Vicky is deeply committed to ensuring clients feel heard, respected, and supported, and your feedback reflects exactly the values we strive for as a firm. We are particularly pleased to know that her understanding, advocacy, and dedication made a positive difference during such a challenging time. Thank you for trusting us, and for your recommendation. It truly means a great deal to Vicky and to the whole team.

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Outstanding experience (V Withers)

We are incredibly grateful for the unwavering support and guidance Vicky Withers provided to us as foster carers during one of the most challenging decisions we’ve ever experienced. From the very beginning, Vicky was not only professional and knowledgeable but also compassionate, patient, and truly committed to the well-being of both the child in our care and to ourselves as carers. She consistently went above and beyond to ensure we felt heard, supported, and equipped to navigate a very complex situation. Vicky’s calm and reassuring presence made all the difference during some of our most difficult moments. Vicky's ability to advocate effectively, while maintaining empathy and balance, was a source of strength for us. Her guidance helped us stay focused, grounded, and confident in our role, even when things felt overwhelming. We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Vicky by our side and cannot thank her enough for her dedication, professionalism, and heartfelt support.

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Thank you for your heartfelt feedback! We’re so glad Vicky’s guidance and support made a meaningful difference during such a challenging time.

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