Praised by clients as ‘client focused, empathetic and efficient’, Gorvins Solicitors in Stockport has an experienced group of family and matrimonial finance specialists who can leverage the firm’s commercial and property teams to provide a comprehensive service for clients. The group also advises on all aspects of private law children cases, as well as representing clients in public sector proceedings. Practice head Nicola Fraser has a ‘unique approach’ and specialises in financial settlements upon divorce; she often advises on cases involving commercial assets, including family businesses and limited companies. Another key contact with a broad matrimonial law practice is Ainsley Pritchard, who ‘is passionate and fights hard for her clients’. Patricia Robinson joined the practice in 2024.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Gorvins offer excellent communication skills from front of house to the conclusion of case. The conduct of the team is without doubt client focused, empathetic and efficient.’
  • ‘Really committed to serving the local community and the north west area with attention to detail and very high levels of client responsiveness and sensitivity. Clients speak very highly of the concern and compassion provided in this most difficult of fields.’
  • ‘My main interaction has been with Nicola Fraser, who has demonstrated a very unique approach to my needs. From the first conversation I had with her, she has offered her time, attention and listening skills to the situation and challenges I have faced with full attention.'

  • 'I have never felt that Nicola Fraser's time was short and have never been rushed. I have been very impressed with how Nicola has a no-nonsense approach but not at the expense of empathy to my situation.’

  • ‘Nicola Fraser is deserving of special mention as clients frequently reference her care and concern with nothing being too much trouble.'

  • ‘Ainsley Pritchard is an incredible solicitor. She is passionate and fights hard for her clients. Ainsley is professional but has a very down-to-earth personality which allows clients to relate to her and trust her. Ainsley's attention to detail is second-to-none.’

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Nicola Fraser

Other key lawyers

Ainsley Pritchard, Patricia Robinson