Top Family Lawyers in Alderley Edge
McAlister Family Law, Alderley Edge, is Cheshire’s number one choice for those seeking experienced family lawyers in Alderley Edge, specialising in divorce and children law.
We are aware that when facing a family law issue, the need for top city centre quality advice is a must, but the journey to Manchester can be time-consuming and stressful.
This is what led us to open our discreet office in Alderley Edge village. Our welcoming office on West Street is situated on a discreet side street just off the main High Street. We do have a separate back door entrance for clients with whom anonymity is key.
Our team represents high net worth individuals, entrepreneurs, business owners, and sports and media personalities. We also represent families and children in Alderley Edge, Wilmslow, Knutsford and surrounding areas, with many clients searching specifically for trusted divorce lawyers in Alderley Edge to help them navigate complex family legal matters.
Top Divorce Lawyer in Alderley Edge
Our Alderley Edge office is led by Managing Partner Amanda McAlister, one of the most respected divorce lawyers in Alderley Edge and a trusted advisor for many high-profile clients. Described as an “eminent practitioner” in the legal directories, Amanda is the go-to family expert for the BBC, local and regional media.
The divorce and family law team have a reputation for excellence and all are members of several prestigious organisations such as The International Academy of Family Lawyers and Resolution. Our practice is Lexcel accredited, which is the Law Society’s accreditation for service excellence.
Many of the cases in which the team acts have an international family law element. To enable our clients to take a global approach to their case, we have strategic partnerships in place with other law firms and specialists around the world.
McAlister Family Law handles all aspects of divorce law, especially those involving hidden assets, valuable and/or complex corporate structures, complex legal issues, trusts and multiple or disputed jurisdictions.
We act equally for those seeking to protect their wealth and those fighting to claim their fair share.








McAlister Mission
Our team’s mission is to exceed our clients’ expectations in terms of expertise, service and value.
We do this by:
- Fighting for fairness in all our cases
- Putting our clients and children at the centre of everything we do
- Providing a comprehensive plan to ensure that positive change can happen so that life can move forward.
- Ensuring value is at the centre of our pricing, we will focus on achieving the best possible outcomes and agree on fixed or capped fees wherever possible.
- Making sure you know who is doing the work. You will receive personal service from our team of experienced family law solicitors.
- Giving you clear recommendations, practical solutions and guidance – we will not just recite the law and we will not sit on the fence.
Child Law Experts in Alderley Edge
McAlister Family Law is home to the best team of children’s lawyers in Cheshire.
We are passionate about the rights of children and, through our work, deliver life-changing results for families. We represent parents, carers, grandparents and even the child themselves.
Ten of our lawyers are Law Society Children Panel accredited, which is an endorsement only given to experts who have demonstrated an extensive level of expertise and commitment to children. This is a fact that we are very proud of and one that sets us apart from other firms.
Ruth Hetherington, who leads the children’s team, won Partner of the Year in the Manchester Legal Awards, and is the first family lawyer to ever win the award.
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Our Family Lawyers in Alderley Edge Are Ready to Help
Whether you’re looking for family lawyers in Alderley Edge for ongoing support or need more immediate family law advice from divorce lawyers in Alderley Edge, our team is here to help.
We offer a free initial consultation to all prospective clients as we believe that it is essential that you get to know who will be representing you before you decide to instruct.
An experienced lawyer will take the time to understand the details of your situation and put in place a proposed strategy should you wish to instruct. We will provide a sense of possible outcomes and an idea of costs.
How To Find Us
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By Car
Off-road parking is available in front of the office or on adjacent side streets. There is a car park at the bottom of West Street (South Street car park), or we can reserve a space in our staff car park.
4 West Street
Alderley Edge
Cheshire
SK9 7EG
Frequently asked Questions
Does McAlister Family Law have an office in Altrincham?
Yes, our Altrincham office is based at 20 Market Street, WA14 1PF. For a full, no-obligation consultation by telephone, video conference, or by visiting the office, ring 0161 507 7145 or email us at [email protected].
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