Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ashington
Established in 1991, Adams Hetherington has been delivering comprehensive legal services to South East Northumberland from our Ashington base for over three decades. Our practice specialises in residential conveyancing, family law matters, and private client services, including wills and probate. As a firm accredited under the Solicitor Quality Scheme, we maintain the highest standards of client care and professional conduct. Our team of experienced legal professionals, led by conveyancing specialist Nicola Peoples and family law expert Tony Hetherington, combines deep local knowledge with specialist expertise. We pride ourselves on providing accessible, transparent legal advice supported by our membership in The Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme and Family Panel.With over 25 years of experience administering estates and handling thousands of property transactions, our practice has built a reputation for reliable, client-focused service. We ensure continuity through our trained support team, including experienced legal secretary Gail Spears. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our accreditation by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and registration with the Information Commissioner. Having successfully navigated the transition from Cramlington to our consolidated Ashington office in 2015, we continue to serve clients with the same dedicated approach that has defined us since our founding.
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Family Law
Wills & Probate
Property Transactions
Estate Administration
Divorce Proceedings
Child Care Matters
Transfer of Equity
Right to Buy
Buy to Let
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined legal expertise since 1991
- Our conveyancing team handles thousands of property transactions
- Accredited by The Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- Specialist family law practitioners with local court experience
- Established estate administration service operating since 1991
Associations and certifications
- The Law Society
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Solicitor Quality Scheme
What people say
Efficient and prompt service
Painless and professional process
Prompt and considered work
Smooth progression throughout
Exceptional support and guidance
Services
Residential Conveyancing
We provide comprehensive residential conveyancing services including property sales, purchases, re-mortgages, and transfer of equity. Our accredited conveyancing team specialises in right to buy, buy to let, new build, and shared ownership transactions. With decades of experience handling thousands of property transactions, we ensure smooth, timely completions while maintaining the highest professional standards.
Family Law
Our family law specialists handle separation, divorce proceedings, and child care matters for both private and public cases. With membership in The Law Society's Family Panel, we provide expert legal advice during difficult personal circumstances. Our experienced practitioners focus on achieving practical solutions while maintaining professional standards of representation.
Wills & Probate
We offer fixed price will drafting services and comprehensive estate administration. Our probate specialists have managed estate administrations for over 25 years, including acting as professional executors. We provide clear guidance on lasting powers of attorney and help clients navigate complex inheritance matters with professional expertise.
People
Tony Hetherington
Partner
Qualified solicitor with over 35 years legal experience, specialising in family law and probate. Member of Newcastle Law Society with expertise in local court procedures.
Nicola Peoples
Head of Conveyancing
Qualified Legal Executive with over 30 years legal experience, specialising in residential conveyancing. Recognised expert in property transactions with thousands of completed cases.
Gail Spears
Legal Secretary
Experienced legal secretary with many years supporting conveyancing operations. Specialist in property law documentation and client communication processes.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential conveyancing, family law matters, and private client services including wills and probate.
How long has the firm been established?
Our firm has provided legal services in Northumberland since 1991.
Are your conveyancing services accredited?
Yes, we are members of The Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme.
Can you handle urgent legal matters?
We prioritise urgent matters and maintain systems to address time-sensitive legal requirements.
Do you offer fixed price services?
Yes, we provide fixed price options for will drafting services.
