McAlister Family Law

I was recommended McAlister Law Firm and was put in touch with Georgina. From the very beginning, I knew that she was the right person to help me with my case against the local authority. Georgina was incredibly responsive, always answering any questions I had quickly, and was professional, knowledgeable and reassuring throughout. She helped guide me through what was an incredibly difficult and challenging time, making sure I understood every stage of the process and helping me achieve the right result. What stood out most was Georgina’s compassion and genuine understanding. She went above and beyond to support me and in doing so, my family. She made navigating such a difficult situation feel much more manageable. Georgina and her team were absolutely unbelievable, and I cannot thank them enough for all their hard work, help and support. I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending McAlister Law Firm and, in particular, Georgina. I am forever grateful for everything she has done for me and my family. Thank you for everything.

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Georgina Howe

From my initial contact with Nikki, when I was desperate for help, she made me feel that she truly understood everything I was saying. She was incredibly compassionate and understanding. Not only did she provide me with professional advice, but she also encouraged me to look after myself and reassured me that I was coping well. I felt genuinely listened to, supported and cared for throughout our conversations.”

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Nicola Bradley

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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Paul Reay

Nicola Bradley

Ruth represented me for the best part of three and a half years during a fairly traumatic period in my life. The case was very complex and Ruth’s advice and vast legal experience in helping me navigate the process were invaluable. However I was even more appreciative of Ruth’s bedside manner. She was incredibly empathetic, positive and supportive throughout which is so important when you’re going through something that can be so emotionally challenging. It was extremely reassuring to have someone who was so determined to fight my corner but also that I could lean on in the hard times and I will always be very grateful to Ruth for that. I would highly recommend Ruth as a lawyer and even more so because of the incredible support she provided on a personal level.

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Ruth Hetherington

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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Paul Reay

Update, since writing the below review, they have now turned a corner. Much better communication and plan of action! I’ve upgrade to 3 stars and hopefully will improve this (fingers crossed) ////// original review: Unprofessional and incredibly poor communication!! After an initial conversation where Jason promised a straightforward process and said he would be in touch soon to get started, I was left completely in the dark. That was back in February. Despite sending multiple follow-up emails, I have received almost no response. If my case is not a priority, or if they are simply too busy, I would have appreciated honest, transparent communication instead of being ignored and strung along for months. Highly disappointing.

An alleged family court firm who overbill their vulnerable desperate clients for solicitors who were not in attendance on the day and use underhand and unthethical tactics. If you want to lose your case and spend a fortune for the privalege then this is the company for you!

This is an excellent firm if you are a respondent in a Hague Convention case! My solicitors were very attentive, kept me in the loop, and very strategic and professional. Although they were sure I would lose the case they put in so much hard work and took it through to the final hearing where we won! Thank you so much to Vicky Withers and Megan Hunt at McAlister, and my Barrister Jonathan Rustins at 4pb.

I was represented by Ruth Hetherington and Nicola Bradley. Nikki has been assisting with our case for over four years, and she has been absolutely incredible throughout. Nikki is a true asset to this firm and deserves the highest praise and recognition for her exceptional work. Nikki's knowledge, professionalism, and dedication have been unwavering throughout our lengthy case. Over the years she has become more than just a solicitor. Nikki has become a trusted friend and confidante. Her ability to provide expert legal support while also offering genuine personal care is extraordinary and made all the difference during an extremely challenging period of my life. Nikki always made time for me, no matter how busy she was - whether it was to check in, have a proper conversation, or answer my questions with patience and clarity. She never made me feel like just another case number. Her genuine care, personal approach, and consistent availability were invaluable. She went above and beyond her duties time and time again, demonstrating a level of commitment that is truly remarkable. Her expertise and honest advice were outstanding. Nikki has an impressive grasp of complex legal matters and always provided clear, practical guidance that I could understand and trust. Her consistent support, professionalism, and kindness helped me get through some very difficult moments, and I genuinely don't know how I would have managed without her. Nikki is truly exceptional at what she does and is an absolute credit to this firm. She deserves every accolade and recognition for the outstanding service she provides. I cannot speak highly enough of her and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone who needs expert legal support delivered with genuine compassion and care.

I was represented by Ruth Hetherington and Nikki Bradley. I cannot recommend Ruth highly enough. Ruth is quite simply outstanding and deserves the highest recognition for her work. Over the course of 4.5 years of on and off court proceedings, Ruth has been my absolute rock and has consistently gone above and beyond in every possible way. Ruth's knowledge and experience are truly exceptional. She is honestly a master of her field. But what genuinely set her apart was how she made me feel throughout this incredibly difficult process. As a woman supporting another woman through family court, she gave me strength when I didn't think I had any left. There were days I wasn't sure I could even walk into the courtroom, and Ruth's unwavering support and encouragement gave me the courage to carry on when I thought I couldn't. Her legal advice was nothing short of outstanding. Always clearly explained, strategic, and perfectly tailored to our unique situation. She demonstrated incredible skill in navigating complex legal matters and always anticipated potential challenges before they arose. Ruth was consistently available whenever I needed to reach out, responding promptly with professionalism, wisdom, and genuine care. Her dedication to our case was evident in every interaction. Beyond her brilliant legal mind, Ruth is also warm, friendly, and genuinely supportive. She treated me with dignity and compassion at every step, making an unbearable situation feel manageable. Her ability to balance professionalism with authentic human kindness is a rare and precious quality. We have finally achieved the best possible outcome for our son, and I am beyond grateful to Ruth for everything she has done. I honestly could not have done this without her expertise, support, and unwavering commitment to our case. Ruth is an absolute credit to your firm and to the legal profession. I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone facing similar challenges. She is simply the best.