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Lawyer Supported Mediation Resolving Disputes Out of Court Means More Civilised Family Justice System

The North East’s Specialist Divorce and Family Law Solicitors, Major Family Law comment on Lawyer Supported Mediation: Whilst addressing the Family Mediators Association Conference the…

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Caught in the Middle

North East’s leading Children’s specialist solicitor, Anna Hunter of top Newcastle family law solicitors, Major Family Law, looks at who is there to support the…

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North East view point

Joanne Major, Principal of Major Family Law, the North East’s leading family law solicitors, states in the North East Times: The law that I would like…

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New Protocol to Tackle Stalking and Harassment

Family Law Solicitors, Major Family Law, Newcastle and North East’s specialist family law firm state as stalking-related prosecutions rise, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) is…

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Mothers to be Named on Marriage Certificates

Lucinda Connell, Solicitor with Family Law Specialists, Major Family Law, Newcastle states the Home Office is considering plans to include mothers’ names on marriage certificates.…

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Free Mediation Sessions

Family Law Solicitors, Major Family Law, Divorce and Children specialists, Newcastle comment the Ministry of Justice has announced that more mediation sessions will be free…

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Don’t Settle With Second Best

Joanne Major, Principal of Major Family Law, Top Specialists Divorce and Children solicitors of Newcastle state in the Luxe Magazine when you think “boutique”, you may well think upmarket hotel…

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10 Questions for Jonathan Dunkley

Jonathan Dunkley, a Consultant Solicitor at Major Family Law, the North East’s leading Divorce and Family Law Specialists, comments in the North East Times: What…

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Your business is our business

Joanne Major, Principal of Major Family Law, the North East’s top family law solicitors, states in the North East Times: Finances are always a significant…

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10 Misconceptions about instructing a solicitor

The North East’s best family law solicitor, Joanne Major of Major Family Law sets out 10 misconceptions about instructing a solicitor in the Tyne Valley…

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TAKE CONTROL : TAKE ADVICE

Sooner Rather Than Later It is never too soon to seek legal advice on your position. If you are wondering whether you should consult a…

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Thai Surrogacy Story Highlights Lack of Legal Regulation

The case of  Gammy, the baby boy born to a Thai surrogate mother and rejected by the Australian parents has sparked international debate of a…

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I’ve always been hugely impressed by Joanne Major’s drive, vision, and meticulous attention to detail. I’m not surprised, therefore, that Joanne and her dedicated team of lawyers and support staff have rapidly gained recognition as one of the most forward-looking, innovative, client-focussed family practices in the country.

JR

Former Family Law Barrister

“A wealth of collaborative experience”

Joanne Major has a wealth of collaborative experience. Her delivery is strong and confident with a no nonsense approach that I came to trust. This is invaluable when clarity and action is required. Major Family Law were highly recommended to me and I would have no hesitation to pass that recommendation on.

Christine Nugent

Managing Director, Business Travel

“Family lawyer of high calibre and drive”

Having worked with Joanne Major at a large commercial firm some years ago, I am aware she is a family lawyer of high calibre and drive. During a short period of time she has put together an excellent team of intelligent, approachable lawyers who deliver first rate family law services to clients. We as a firm are happy to recommend them.

Paul McGowan

Principal Solicitor, Collingwood Legal

“Both knowledgeable and approachable family lawyers”

We are happy to endorse the services provided by Joanne Major and the team at Major Family Law, Ponteland. We have a number of mutual clients who speak very highly of them. They are both knowledgeable and approachable family lawyers who are clearly client focussed.

Andrew Morgan

Partner, Nicholson & Morgan

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