Family Solicitors in Ashton-under-Lyne

At Cartwright King, our family law team can provide video consultations and phone meetings, so you can access our support from wherever you are. We are committed to being inclusive and accessible to all clients, including those with disabilities, and will always work to accommodate your individual needs.

The purpose of a fixed fee family law consultation is for your solicitor to get acquainted with you and understand your family law needs in order to offer the best course of action for your case.

Once we have a basic understanding of your situation, we can offer professional advice on the available options for you and your family. If you wish, we can arrange a follow-up consultation where we can expand on our legal guidance.

Please note, our initial conversations will not include any detailed legal advice. They are offered on a “get to know you basis.”

Our family law solicitors are based in the centre of Ashton-under-Lyne and can reach clients from all over the North West. But, we can also work with you remotely. We regularly help clients with their family law matters from Ashton-under-Lyne and surrounding areas within Greater Manchester and beyond including: Dukinfield, Stalybridge, Hyde, Manchester, Oldham, Stockport, Tameside and Saddleworth.

Although it is not mandatory, having an accredited family law solicitor can significantly benefit your case, especially if the case is complex such as cases involving children.

A family law accreditation from the Law Society ensures that the solicitor is a specialist in the field of family law, ensuring their expertise and high standard of service.

Our family law accredited solicitors are able to use their specialist knowledge and experience to guide you through the legal procedures. They will gather necessary evidence, neg

At Cartwright King our family law team offers a transparent pricing model. Prices will vary depending on your case, and if you cannot find the right fee package here we can give you a quote over the phone.

If you would like to schedule your initial appointment to go through your case in more detail with our specialist family law solicitors, we can do so by phone by calling 03458 894 1622 or in person.

Yes, we can represent married and unmarried couples, as well as those within a civil partnership. Our family solicitors look to represent and support anyone who requires their expertise and services. For more information, get in touch with our Blackburn team today to arrange a fixed-fee, no-obligation consultation to discuss the specifics of your case.

Stockport Family Court (Stockport County Court and Family Court)

• Address: Edward Street, Stockport, SK1 3DQ
• Distance:
  • Ashton: ~7 miles (around 20–25 min by car, 30 min by train)
  • Manchester office: ~8 miles (about 20–25 min by car, 25 min by train)
  • Rochdale office: ~12 miles (about 30 min by car, 40 min by train)

Stockport Family Court deals with a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, financial remedy proceedings, child arrangements, and domestic abuse injunctions.

Manchester Civil Justice Centre (Manchester Family Court)

• Address: 1 Bridge Street West, Manchester, M60 9DJ
• Distance:
  • Ashton: ~7 miles (about 20–25 min by car, 15–20 min by train)
  • Rochdale office: ~14 miles (about 30 min by car, 35 min by train)
  • Blackburn office: ~26 miles (about 50–55 min by car, 1 hour by train)

The Manchester Family Court handles complex financial disputes, high-conflict child arrangements, public law care cases, and cases transferred from smaller local courts.

Wigan and Leigh Family Court (Wigan and Leigh Courthouse)

• Address: Darlington Street, Wigan, WN1 1DW
• Distance:
  • Ashton: ~18 miles (around 35–40 min by car, 45 min by train)
  • Manchester office: ~17 miles (around 35 min by car, 40–45 min by train)
  • Bolton office: ~15 miles (around 30 min by car)

This court deals with family disputes, care proceedings, and injunction applications for families across Greater Manchester.

There are two instances when legal aid is available for family law cases in Blackburn. The first is potentially offered to those in difficult financial situations, who cannot afford legal representation or advice. Secondly, legal aid can be given for certain cases such as those involving children and social services, typically categorised as “public law”. These cases often include situations where the local authority is involved in your child’s care or protection.

To find out if you’re eligible for legal aid, give our team a call on 03458 894 1622 or submit an online call back form.

Yes, in order to make an application to court, you must attend a Mediation Information Assessment Meeting (MIAM). This is unless you are exempt due to domestic abuse, or there is an applicable exception.

Read more about our family law mediation services and child inclusive mediation services.

If you are unable to afford a Ashton-under-Lyne family law solicitor, legal aid may be available to you. Legal aid is typically offered to those in difficult financial situations who cannot afford legal advice or representation. Additionally, legal aid can be given, regardless of financial situation, for certain cases such as certain family law cases involving children and social services. These cases are typically categorised as “public law” and include situations where the local authority is involved in your child’s care or protection.

The length of divorce can be influenced by several factors such as how long it takes to finalise financial agreements, child arrangements, and financial matters. You can find a complete breakdown of how long does a UK divorce take in our recent article.

A family solicitor is a fully qualified legal professional who can advise and represent you in family law matters. The term family lawyer is a general term that can include solicitors, barristers, and other legal professionals.

When choosing the right family solicitor near you, it’s important to look for a solicitor with strong family law experience and accreditations, clear communication, and a compassionate approach. You can check reviews, ask about their expertise in cases like yours. An initial conversation should help you determine if the solicitor makes sure you feel comfortable and supported.

While fully free family law solicitors are not generally available in Ashton-under-Lyne, you may be eligible for Legal Aid, which can cover some or all of your legal costs depending on your financial situation and the specifics of your case (such as domestic abuse, child protection, or care proceedings).

At Cartwright King, our Ashton-under-Lyne family law team includes Legal Aid family solicitors, and we can advise you on whether you qualify for Legal Aid support. If you do not meet the criteria, we will always provide clear information about costs upfront and discuss flexible funding options where possible.

Our team includes solicitors who can offer bilingual support, ensuring clients feel fully understood and represented throughout their case. The list of languages offered at Cartwright King includes:

• Punjabi
• Hindi
• Urdu
• Gujarati
• Polish
• French
• Romanian
• Spanish
• Arabic