With a focus on private client work, Burnetts handle a varied range of advice, encompassing financial cases with significant assets and children matters, including cases involving the local authority. The family team is led by Mark Ward, who joined from Cartwright King in April 2023, and splits his time between Newcastle and Carlisle. In Carlisle, senior associates Elizabeth Wilson and Emma Armstrong, who is a ‘force to be reckoned with’, advise on all aspects of family law. Senior associate and chartered legal executive Vikki Porthouse is the key contact in Cockermouth. Simon Mortimer retired in September 2023.
Testimonials
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‘The team were very helpful and understanding towards me.’
‘Emma Armstrong had been recommended by someone I know. She was very helpful right from the start. Given how complicated the situation is, Emma is very helpful.’