Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Durham & Northallerton
Freeman Johnson Solicitors have served communities across County Durham and North Yorkshire for over 150 years, establishing ourselves as a trusted legal partner. Our heritage combines traditional client care with modern legal expertise, supported by Lexcel accreditation - the Law Society's mark of excellence. With offices in Darlington, Durham, and Northallerton, we provide specialist legal services in civil litigation, family law, residential conveyancing, commercial property, and wills & probate.Our team of solicitors brings extensive local knowledge and technical proficiency, ensuring tailored solutions for both individual and corporate clients. We maintain strong community ties while embracing technological advancements to deliver efficient, transparent legal services. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our long-standing professional accreditations and client testimonials praising our compassionate yet results-driven approach.
Services
Civil Litigation
Family Law
Residential Conveyancing
Commercial Property
Wills & Probate
Child Protection
Estate Planning
Commercial Law
Divorce Proceedings
Probate Administration
Highlights and features
- We have over 150 years of experience providing legal services in County Durham and North Yorkshire
- Our firm is Lexcel accredited, ensuring excellence in legal service delivery
- We offer access to specialist solicitors across all legal fields
- We combine the latest technology with traditional client care
- Our team has extensive local knowledge and community ties
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
- Law Society
What people say
Professional and responsive
Exceptional service
Highly recommend
Compassionate and understanding
Efficient and thorough
Services
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation team handles disputes between parties without criminal proceedings. We specialise in arbitration, mediation, and court representation for land, business, and consumer disputes. With experience in County Court, High Court, and Court of Appeal cases, we provide strategic advice on cost-effective resolutions. Our solicitors evaluate each case individually to determine whether mediation or litigation best serves your interests.
Family Law
We provide expert family law services including divorce, financial settlements, and child protection cases. Our Resolution-accredited solicitors handle sensitive matters with compassion while ensuring legal rights are protected. We offer specialist child law services with Law Society-accredited practitioners and provide urgent advice for care proceedings with potential legal aid eligibility.
Residential Conveyancing
Our conveyancing team handles property transactions across England and Wales with Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation. We provide transparent pricing, including detailed breakdowns of fees, searches, and stamp duty. Our solicitors offer expert guidance on local authority, drainage, and environmental searches while maintaining efficient processes for property sales and purchases.
Commercial Property
We handle commercial property transactions with specialist knowledge of North Yorkshire and County Durham markets. Our services include lease agreements, landlord/tenant issues, and agricultural property transactions. With experience in both small and large-scale deals, we provide strategic advice on commercial property law while maintaining personal client relationships.
Wills & Probate
With over 150 years' experience, we offer comprehensive wills and probate services including estate planning, lasting powers of attorney, and inheritance tax advice. Our solicitors handle both contested and uncontested probate matters, providing clear guidance on estate administration and supporting clients through the bereavement process with sensitivity.
People
Natalie Nunn
Managing Partner
Specialising in children's issues, domestic violence, and child protection. Recognised for expertise in care proceedings and dedicated client advocacy across Northallerton and surrounding areas.
Helen Lannagan
Partner
Family law specialist with Children Law Accreditation from the Law Society. Provides compassionate representation in care proceedings and complex family disputes across County Durham.
Helen Thompson
Partner
Wills and probate expert with extensive experience in estate planning and lasting powers of attorney. Known for clear communication and sensitive handling of inheritance matters.
Carole Middleton
Partner
Divorce and financial settlement specialist with a reputation for resolving complex marital disputes. Recognised for empathetic client support during challenging transitions.
Sarah Hall
Partner
Dual specialist in residential conveyancing and wills & probate. Provides practical legal solutions with a focus on clear communication and efficient transaction management.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in civil litigation, family law, residential conveyancing, commercial property, and wills & probate, with accredited specialists in child law and estate planning.
How long have you been in practice?
Our Northallerton office opened in 1890, with over 150 years of combined legal expertise across our Durham and North Yorkshire offices.
Do you offer legal aid for family law cases?
Yes, we assess eligibility for legal aid in family law matters, particularly in care proceedings where automatic funding may apply.
What is Lexcel accreditation?
Lexcel is the Law Society's quality standard for legal service excellence, which we maintain through rigorous client care and practice management.
Reviews (4)
Thomas Atkinson
Apr 14, 2022
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Edward Miller has helped us immensely with some of our commercial purchases/ sales. Very smooth process. I would highly recommend Freeman Johnson solicitors.
Brenda Hill
Jan 02, 2022
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Catherine was very helpful. She answered my query with terms I understood and for which I am grateful. I would contact her again should the need for legal advice be needed.
Natalie Ellis
Oct 20, 2021
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Edward Miller from Freeman Johnson has been fantastic in guiding me through what has been quite a complicated option agreement and then auction process. I have felt like Ed really did care about the outcome of the project and I have felt confident in his knowledge and experience. Leading up to selling the property at auction Ed was very responsive to buyer questions and went over and above what I would have expected. Thank you very much I am extremely grateful Ed!
Lee Hall
Aug 06, 2021
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Called on freeman Johnson last minute to help me with my case. I was represented by Michael Clarke, he was very professional and helpful. He keept me updated throughout my ongoing case and sorted me out with a barrister without any hassle. Cannot fault my experience at all 5/5 stars. Thanks
