Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ashington
Established in 1991, Adams Hetherington has built a reputation for delivering high-quality legal services across South East Northumberland. Our expertise spans residential conveyancing, family law, and private client matters, supported by a dedicated team led by experienced partners Tony Hetherington and Nicola Peoples. Accredited through the Solicitor Quality Scheme and the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme, we prioritise client care and professional standards. Tony, a Newcastle Law Society member, specialises in family and child care law, while Nicola, head of conveyancing, brings over 25 years of experience in residential transactions.Our commitment to transparency is reflected in fixed pricing for will drafting and clear communication throughout the legal process. Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we combine local knowledge with national standards to serve communities in Ashington, Cramlington, and beyond. Client testimonials highlight our efficiency, professionalism, and ability to handle complex cases smoothly, ensuring clients feel supported during challenging times. With offices in Ashington, we remain accessible via phone, email, or virtual consultations to address urgent legal needs.
Services
Residential conveyancing
Family law
Wills & probate
Equity transfers
Buy-to-let
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in local legal matters
- Our team includes Law Society-accredited specialists in conveyancing and family law
- We offer fixed pricing for will drafting services
- Our partners have deep expertise in North East property and family law
- We maintain transparent communication throughout the legal process
Associations and certifications
- Solicitor Quality Scheme
- Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Efficient and promptly
Painless and professional
Love our new home
Services
Residential conveyancing
We handle residential property transactions including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, and equity transfers. Our Law Society-accredited team ensures smooth processes for new builds, shared ownership, and buy-to-let properties. Clients benefit from our local expertise in Northumberland's property market.
Family law
Our family law department assists with separations, divorces, and child care arrangements. With decades of experience, we provide sensitive support for both private and public law matters while maintaining professional standards.
Wills & probate
We offer fixed-price will drafting and estate administration services. Our team has managed probate matters for over 25 years, acting as executors and providing lasting powers of attorney solutions tailored to individual needs.
People
Tony Hetherington
Partner
Qualified solicitor with 30+ years' experience in family law and probate. Newcastle Law Society member who co-founded the practice in 1991.
Nicola Peoples
Head of Conveyancing
Legal executive with 25+ years' experience handling thousands of residential transactions. Joined the firm in 1993 and became a partner through professional dedication.
Gail Spears
Legal Secretary
Experienced legal secretary supporting the conveyancing department. Long-serving team member with expertise across multiple areas of legal administration.
Questions
What legal services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential conveyancing, family law matters, and private client services including wills and probate.
How experienced is your conveyancing team?
Our head of conveyancing has over 25 years' experience handling thousands of residential transactions.
Do you offer fixed pricing for wills?
Yes, we provide a fixed price will drafting service with transparent pricing.
