Business Details
18 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Legal Partner in North Shields
Established in March 2008, Kidd Spoor Taylor has built a strong reputation in North Shields by providing high-quality legal services. Our firm specialises in family law, conveyancing, wills, and estates, offering comprehensive support to clients in North Tyneside. We are members of all necessary regulatory bodies and maintain strong relationships with local magistrates, crown courts, and police stations. Our team includes experienced solicitors like Tracy J. Taylor, with over 30 years of expertise, and Darryn Bradley, a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives. We pride ourselves on resolving family disputes sensitively and are committed to non-confrontational solutions through Resolution.Our conveyancing services are supported by local market knowledge and a proactive approach. We provide a 24-hour emergency helpline for urgent legal matters, ensuring accessibility for all clients. Our firm combines decades of experience with a client-focused ethos, prioritising transparency and ethical practice. We maintain rigorous compliance with legal standards while offering fixed-fee options for specific services. Our dedication to excellence has solidified our position as a trusted legal advisor in the region.
Services
Divorce Solicitors
Family Law
Domestic Abuse
Residential Conveyancing
Wills & Estates
Power of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of combined experience in family and property law
- 24-hour emergency helpline for urgent legal matters
- Members of Resolution, committed to non-confrontational dispute resolution
- Established relationships with local courts and regulatory bodies
- Fixed-fee options available for conveyancing and wills
Associations and certifications
- Resolution
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Divorce Solicitors
Specialist support for marital and civil partnership dissolution. We guide clients through legal procedures for relationship breakdowns, offering fixed-fee options where possible. Our Resolution membership ensures prioritisation of amicable settlements while maintaining robust court representation when required. Services cover separation agreements, asset division, and child custody arrangements.
Residential Conveyancing
Comprehensive property transaction services for buyers and sellers. Our team handles title verification, contract negotiations, and registration processes across North East England. We provide transparent pricing structures with detailed cost breakdowns, including disbursements. Services extend to leasehold properties, re-mortgages, and equity transfers with experienced conveyancer Christine Blenkinsop leading transactions.
Domestic Abuse
Specialist legal protection for domestic violence victims. We assist with non-molestation and occupation orders under the Family Law Act 1996. Our solicitors provide urgent court applications and connect clients with local support services. Legal aid eligibility assessments are included, with dedicated specialists available for immediate consultation.
Wills & Estates
Will drafting and probate administration services. We create tailored wills including life interest trusts, and manage estate administration with inheritance tax considerations. Our team handles contested wills and court of protection matters, offering fixed-fee basic wills while ensuring compliance with legal formalities to prevent future disputes.
Power of Attorney
Lasting power of attorney (LPA) creation for health/welfare and financial matters. We guide clients through selecting appropriate attorneys and completing registration with the Office of the Public Guardian. Services include advisory support on decision-making responsibilities and future care planning while maintaining client autonomy.
People
Tracy J. Taylor
Principal Solicitor
Admitted in 1988 with first-class honours from Liverpool University. Specialises in family and children's law, Resolution member, and accredited by NAGALRO. Leads practice while maintaining active client caseloads.
Darryn Bradley
Family Law Specialist
Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives since 2005. Focuses on divorce, child custody, and domestic abuse cases. Emphasises non-confrontational resolution while advocating client interests in emotional circumstances.
Christine Blenkinsop
Licensed Conveyancer
Qualified in 2000 with 30+ years' conveyancing experience. Specialises in residential transactions including new builds, equity transfers, and leasehold management.
Questions
What areas do you cover for conveyancing services?
We primarily serve North Tyneside from our North Shields office, handling property transactions across the North East region including leasehold and freehold properties.
Do you offer fixed-fee legal services?
Yes, we provide fixed-fee options for will drafting, power of attorney creation, and certain conveyancing transactions where case complexity allows predictable pricing structures.
How quickly can domestic abuse cases be processed?
Emergency applications for non-molestation orders can be filed immediately without prior notice to the respondent. We prioritise urgent protection matters with same-day consultation availability.
Are legal aid options available?
Yes, legal aid remains accessible for domestic abuse victims meeting eligibility criteria. We conduct initial assessments and guide clients through the application process for qualifying cases.
What happens if a will is contested?
Our specialist team handles will disputes, inheritance claims, and court of protection matters. We provide representation for executors and beneficiaries while seeking amicable resolutions before litigation becomes necessary.
How are conveyancing costs calculated?
Costs depend on property type, transaction complexity, and required disbursements. We provide detailed estimates upfront, with typical ranges published for standard sales and purchases.
