Newtons Solicitors

Chris is the driving force behind Newtons and provides the inspiration for the practice's innovative approach to providing top quality legal services at affordable fees. As well as spending his time building positive client relationships - a cornerstone of Newtons' approach - Chris conducts his own litigation and insolvency caseload (Chris is joint insolvency board trained), writes on legal issues for the press, appeared in a "legal eagle" radio phone in and presents regular legal seminars.

Sarah manages the practice alongside her husband Chris, and assists with clinical negligence and personal injury cases. She co-founded Newtons with Chris, and brings a wealth of experience to the practice including court service work and a number of years working at national clinical negligence and personal injury firms.

David qualified as a solicitor in 1974 and has been involved in the property market for over 30 years. He has particular expertise in property management, property investment and property development.

Fiona is a solicitor in the conveyancing department. Having spent nearly 20 years in private practice, she now specialises in both residential and commercial conveyancing, and has developed a particular interest in complex residential leasehold transactions. She also writes and edits legal training materials in land law and conveyancing. She is committed to exceeding client's expectations and is a passionate believer in clear, jargon-free communication.

John is an accomplished litigator with extensive experience in personal injury, professional negligence, commercial litigation and NHS continuing healthcare issues. He has acted for both individuals and commercial organisations including banks, insurance companies, FTSE 100 companies and professional practices.

Sam specialises exclusively in family law, providing specialist, tailored and sensitive advice. As a member of Resolution, she is committed to a code of practice requiring a constructive and cost effective approach to resolving relationship breakdown issues.

Sham qualified as a solicitor in March 2008 and specialises in Residential and Commercial property. She deals with commercial property acquisitions and lease transactions for both landlord and occupiers and has particular interest in Landlord and Tenant work. She also deals with the whole range of residential conveyancing.

Heather has gained extensive experience of all areas of Residential Conveyancing over the last 17 years working with several well known firms in the Harrogate area. She has established a reputation for providing a caring, personalised, quality service to her many long standing clients.

Malcolm is an experienced commercial solicitor who advises on and prepares agreements for small and medium sized enterprises. While the bulk of his time is concerned with corporate transactions Malcolm also deals with most commercial agreements and is especially interested in employment and e-commerce law. Malcolm uses his blog to comment on current developments and put them into perspective for SMEs.

Ash is a solicitor in the litigation department working closely alongside Chris in complex disputes and criminal matters. He deals with a wide range of disputes including Intellectual Property, Landlord & Tenant, Boundary disputes and employment disputes. He has a particular interest in advising on compromise agreements. His work regularly takes him to county courts across the country.

Lindsay is currently studying to qualify as a legal executive and manages her own personal injury and debt collection caseload, as well as working closely alongside Chris Newton. Lindsay is also responsible for the day to day management of the Practice.

Laura qualified as a solicitor in 1994 and has specialised in Family Law since 2002. Having previously worked in a niche family law practice she adopts a sensitive and conciliatory approach when dealing with the individual needs of each client.

Claire qualified in 1996, specialising in all aspects of commercial property development and investment. She has extensive experience working with clients in the industrial, office, retail, residential and leisure sectors and acts on site assembly, land acquisition and disposal and investment sales and purchases. She also acts for both occupiers and their landlords on all aspects of commercial leases. She also has experience acting on the sale, purchase and funding of residential care homes.

Claire qualified as a solicitor in 2001 and assists both businesses and individuals to find solutions to workplace disputes, guiding them through the complexities of employment law and providing representation in the employment tribunal where necessary. She also works with employers to implement the right policies and procedures to avoid disputes arising in the first place.

Sarah is a member of the Institute of Credit Management and specialises in debt collection and the county court process.

Rachel has worked with a number of law firms, as well as previously working with all members of our litigation team. She now offers secretarial support and assistance to all departments.