Business Details
34 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Family Law Services in Leeds
Jones Myers is a specialist family law firm with over three decades of experience in resolving complex legal matters across divorce, financial settlements, and children's issues. Established in 1992, we operate from offices in Leeds, Harrogate, and York, serving clients regionally, nationally, and internationally. Our team of award-winning solicitors combines deep legal expertise with a compassionate approach, prioritising child welfare and non-confrontational dispute resolution. Recognised as a 'Northern Powerhouse' by the Legal 500 and Chambers guides, we have maintained top-tier rankings for over 20 years.Our services include mediation, collaborative law, and litigation support, with a focus on achieving tailored solutions that protect clients' interests. We hold a Band 1 Chambers ranking and have been named Family Law Firm of the Year (North) twice. Our commitment to excellence extends to pro-bono work, including international child abduction cases and partnerships with charities like IDAS and Henshaws.
Services
Divorce & Separation
Children Matters
Financial Settlements
International Family Law
Domestic Abuse
Cohabitation Agreements
Mediation
Child Relocation
Pre-Nuptial Agreements
Collaborative Law
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in complex family law cases.
- Our team includes Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked solicitors with specialist accreditations.
- We prioritise non-confrontational solutions through mediation and collaborative law.
- We maintain a Band 1 Chambers ranking and have been Family Law Firm of the Year (North).
- Our offices in Leeds, Harrogate, and York ensure local accessibility with global reach.
What people say
Excellent throughout the process
Empathy at all times
County's premier niche practice
Award-winning children's team
Band 1 Chambers ranking
Services
Divorce & Separation
We guide clients through divorce and separation with empathy and legal precision. Our solicitors specialise in no-fault divorce, financial settlements, and spousal maintenance, prioritising amicable resolutions. With expertise in high-net-worth cases, we protect assets and ensure fair outcomes while minimising emotional strain.
Children Matters
Our award-winning team handles complex children cases, including custody, relocation, and abduction. We focus on the child's best interests, offering mediation and litigation support. With expertise in international child law, we secure returns in abduction cases and create tailored parenting arrangements.
Financial Settlements
We resolve financial disputes during divorce, covering property, pensions, and business assets. Our approach encourages cooperation to avoid court, but we litigate when necessary. Specialising in high-value cases, we ensure transparent, equitable settlements that secure clients' financial futures.
International Family Law
Our solicitors handle cross-border cases involving divorce, child custody, and asset division. With experience in Hague Convention cases and non-treaty countries, we navigate complex jurisdictions to protect clients' interests in international family disputes.
Domestic Abuse
We provide urgent legal protection for domestic abuse victims through non-molestation and occupation orders. Our team offers compassionate support, guiding clients through emergency applications and long-term safety planning while collaborating with support organisations.
People
Richard Peaker
Solicitor and Director
Richard specialises in complex family law cases, including financial settlements and child custody. With over 25 years' experience, he focuses on non-confrontational resolutions and has represented clients in high-profile international child abduction cases.
Kate Banerjee
Solicitor and Director
Kate leads our Children's Team, with expertise in child protection and abduction cases. Recognised as a 'Rolls-Royce practitioner' by Legal 500, she has over 30 years' experience advocating for children's rights in private and public law matters.
Questions
What areas of law does Jones Myers specialise in?
We focus on family law, including divorce, financial settlements, child custody, international child abduction, domestic abuse, and cohabitation agreements.
How can Jones Myers help with international child abduction cases?
Our specialist team has a high success rate in securing child returns under the Hague Convention and non-treaty countries, leveraging extensive international legal networks.
Do you offer emergency legal protection for domestic abuse?
Yes, we provide urgent non-molestation and occupation orders, with immediate support to ensure client safety and long-term legal solutions.
What is your approach to resolving family disputes?
We prioritise mediation and collaborative law to avoid court, but litigate effectively when necessary, always focusing on client well-being and child welfare.
Are your services available outside Yorkshire?
Yes, we represent clients nationally and internationally, with expertise in cross-border family law matters and multijurisdictional cases.
