Blacks Solicitors LLP

I was lucky enough to be recommended the incredible solicitor Josie Kirk to see if she would be able to help me out in an incredibly stressful time in my life. From the first phone call with Josie I felt absolute relief that someone understood what I was going through and could actually help me to resolve it. Divorce and finances aren’t an easy task but Josie supported me fully throughout the whole process, it wasn’t a particularly easy situation but Josie sorted it out for me so smoothly and professionally. I can now finally move on with my life after a traumatic couple of years and all because of her help and support. I was given clear information and advice the whole way through which really helped me in a time of extreme stress. I can not thank her enough!

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Josephine Kirk

I would like to thank solicitor Josie Kirk for the clear, transparent, and helpful advice provided during our communications regarding a declaration of non-parentage case. Although we ultimately proceeded without formal representation, the guidance we received was invaluable and helped us understand the process and prepare effectively. Her support played an important role in helping us achieve the correct and rightful outcome.

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Josephine Kirk

Paul Lancaster provided an excellent service throughout my family law matter. He was professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and consistently clear in his advice from start to finish. What stood out most was that he consistently underpromised and overdelivered. He managed expectations realistically whilst always ensuring matters progressed efficiently and thoroughly. Throughout the process, I felt that both my interests and those of my children were carefully protected and considered at every stage. His approach was calm, strategic, and highly professional, which made a very difficult process far easier to navigate. I would highly recommend Paul and Blacks Solicitors to anyone seeking family law representation.

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Paul Lancaster

As a Solicitor myself, one chooses one's own lawyer carefully when acting for my own divorce matter. To that end, I could not recommend Paul Lancaster highly enough when acting in mine. Right from the get-go, Paul had a quick grasp of all of the issues at stake, and consistently advised in a calm, steady-handed and considered manner. What impressed me was his conscientiousness in ensuring no unnecessary costs were incurred. I also felt he argued in Court as well as any barrister could, which also represented a cost saving to me as a client. As a client, i found Paul to be reassuring and felt that I was in safe hands.

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Paul Lancaster

I instructed Blacks Solicitors on a complex and sensitive legal family law matter. They were chosen due to my having had success with the firm on a matter with a different team and I was previously impressed by the quality of advice, responsiveness and overall service provided throughout. From the outset, Paul Lancaster (who was advising me) demonstrated a clear grasp of the legal and human issues involved as well as potential risks. Paul provided practical and outcome focused advice at all times. He was meticulous, proactive in anticipating risks, and thoughtful in setting out options in a way that was easy to understand and act upon. Communication by him was consistent, clear, timely and (important for a family matter) reassuring. His legal expertise is tempered with sound judgment and a calm, confident approach that simply inspired trust. Paul’s commitment to achieving the best possible outcome was genuine and evident throughout. He went well beyond what one would reasonably expect. The outcome was pleasing and in line with my original aims. I would not hesitate to recommend Paul for anyone needing excellent family law advice.

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Paul Lancaster

Andrew and the Family Law and Conveyancing teams at Blacks were invaluable in helping me navigate my divorce and separation. Highly recommend the team and won't hesitate to use them again in future.

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Andrew Foulds

I sought guidance regarding a family matter, and Josie Kirk reached out to offer her expertise. All I can say is that she was truly a breath of fresh air. Josie demonstrated a deep understanding of my frustrations, providing clear, decisive advice while also being empathetic to the emotional challenges I was facing. After dealing with this issue for 18 months and receiving advice from another firm, I realized I had made the mistake of placing my trust in the wrong hands. My only regret is not contacting Blacks in the first place. Moving forward, Blacks will be my go-to firm for any legal advice I require.

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Josephine Kirk

Nothing but positive feedback for Blacks and in particularly my Solicitor (JK) who has guided me every step of the way through a very lengthy, challenging and, at times, ugly divorce. The professionalism, expertise and knowledge of how the system works combined with genuine care, empathy and great communication at every stage was just exemplary. There were many times that I just felt like throwing in the towel in sheer frustration with my ex but the support and counsel that I got from Blacks got me through this and we ended up with a very good outcome. Thank you J, you are awesome! 6 Stars.

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Josephine Kirk

I have recently used the legal services of Ann Robinson at Blacks. She is approachable and easy to talk to whilst being experience and professional. She has successfully supported me through complicated and demanding proceedings regarding a final financial settlement after my divorce. At times these proceedings were extremely upsetting and testing and Ann was always available with solid factual advice and an understanding of the situation. If she was not going to be available she always informed me and gave me the number and email address of her equally efficient Paralegal assistant. I would recommend Ann's legal services to anyone needing an experienced solicitor.

I had spoken to a number of family lawyers before choosing Paul Lancaster. He was the only one who understood what I hoped to achieve for my children, and he is a qualified Collaborative Lawyer, which I specifically sought, to help negotiate arrangements around childcare and finances. Paul was the first family lawyer that I had spoken to who suggested there may be a way to keep my wife and children in the family home, and defer a split of assets, through a Mesher Order; I knew that was what my two boys wanted. He also advised me about brand new legislation that had been introduced the previous month around mediation. Furthermore, he provided an invaluable balance and perspective when emotions around my divorce ran high, and there was a need for perspective and common sense. Paul is a member of Resolution, which was also important to me. All of his communications to the other party were conducted in a conciliatory, respectful and professional manner. Resolution’s ethos and Code of Practice is entirely in line with what I had hoped to achieve for my boys, and how I hoped to achieve those results. Throughout what turned out to be fully contested proceedings, Paul provided expert guidance and support to me and to my extended family during exceptionally difficult times. For this we will always be grateful. He is an exceptional advocate, and a very skilful negotiator, who I would happily recommend to anyone seeking a fair outcome for their family. And during Court proceedings, he delivered excellent outcomes without me needing to engage with a barrister. Mark Hardwick, Cheshire.