Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in South Shields
Marshall Hall Levy has been providing professional legal services in South Shields for over 180 years. Established in 1845, our firm combines deep-rooted local expertise with modern legal practices to serve individuals and businesses across the North East. We specialise in family law, residential conveyancing, wills and probate, and employment law, with dedicated departments led by experienced solicitors. Our commitment to client care is reflected in our recently modernised offices, designed to create a welcoming environment for all visitors. We prioritise accessibility, offering appointments outside standard hours and home visits when required.With a team of qualified professionals, including directors and legal assistants, we ensure clients receive tailored advice and robust representation. Our practice is built on trust, transparency, and a dedication to resolving legal matters efficiently. We maintain strict compliance with regulatory standards through our authorisation by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Over generations, we have cultivated a reputation for reliability, evidenced by consistent client referrals and positive testimonials. Our focus remains on delivering clear, practical legal solutions while upholding the highest ethical standards.
Services
Wills & Probate
Residential Conveyancing
Family Law
Employment Matters
Estate Planning
Highlights and features
- We have over 180 years of legal experience serving South Shields
- Our solicitors specialise in four core legal departments
- Modern offices with disabled access and flexible appointment times
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional standards
- Consistently praised for exceptional client service in testimonials
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) No. 658178
What people say
Exceptional service
Professional approach
Excellent communication
Dedicated support
Highly recommended
Services
Family Law
We provide comprehensive family law services including divorce proceedings, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements. Our experienced solicitors offer sensitive yet robust representation for relationship breakdowns and related legal matters. Clients benefit from our decades of local expertise and commitment to resolving disputes through negotiation where possible.
Residential Conveyancing
Our conveyancing specialists handle property transactions with efficiency and transparency. Services include buying/selling homes, equity transfers, and lease extensions. We maintain clear communication throughout the process, ensuring smooth completions for first-time buyers and experienced property owners across the North East.
Wills & Probate
We create tailored wills and manage probate processes with professional care. Our services cover inheritance tax planning, lasting powers of attorney, and estate administration. Clients receive compassionate guidance to ensure their wishes are legally protected and executors are fully supported during difficult times.
Employment Law
We advise employees on contractual rights, settlement agreements, and workplace disputes. Our focused approach ensures clients understand their legal protections against discrimination, unfair dismissal, and other employment issues. We provide urgent appointments to meet critical deadlines while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
We specialise in creating lasting powers of attorney and court of protection orders. Our solicitors guide clients through appointing legal representatives for financial and health decisions. We ensure documents meet legal requirements while addressing individual circumstances and family dynamics.
People
Keith Turnbull
Managing Director / Head of Family Law
With over 40 years' legal experience, Keith leads our family law department. He has specialised in litigation and family matters since 2000, combining broad legal knowledge with practical problem-solving. A former sportsman, he maintains strong community connections while ensuring our firm's strategic direction aligns with client needs.
Julie Atkinson-McGregor
Head of Wills and Probate
Qualified since 2011, Julie brings 21 years' legal experience to our probate department. After establishing an employment law practice elsewhere, she now specialises in wills, probate, and estate planning. Her background in multiple legal areas enhances her holistic approach to client estate management.
Danielle Wallace
Conveyancing Solicitor
Danielle joined us in 2024 with conveyancing expertise developed since her 2015 qualification. She focuses on residential property transactions while maintaining her medical negligence law qualifications. Her client-centred approach ensures clear communication during property purchase and sale processes.
Jennifer Usman
Family Solicitor
Qualified in 2021 with a first-class law degree, Jennifer advises on all family law matters. She joined us in 2023, bringing fresh perspective to relationship breakdowns and child custody issues. Her academic excellence combines with practical empathy to support clients through challenging legal situations.
Natalie Brown
Accounts / Office Manager
With over 20 years in legal administration, Natalie has managed our accounts since 2010. Her extensive experience ensures smooth financial operations while maintaining the office environment. She balances organisational responsibilities with client confidentiality requirements across all departments.
Questions
What areas of law does Marshall Hall Levy specialise in?
We focus on four core areas: family law, residential conveyancing, wills & probate, and employment law. Each department is led by specialists with extensive experience in their respective fields.
Can I get legal advice outside normal office hours?
Yes, we offer appointments outside our standard 9am-5pm Monday-Friday schedule when required. Home visits can also be arranged for clients with specific accessibility needs.
How are your legal fees structured?
We charge £144 inc VAT for initial consultations. Specific services have fixed starting prices: conveyancing from £500+, wills from £220+, with detailed quotes provided for complex matters.
Are your offices accessible for disabled visitors?
Yes, our modernised premises at 63 Fowler Street include full disabled access features to ensure all clients can use our services comfortably and safely.
What professional standards do you follow?
We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (No. 658178), ensuring compliance with the highest legal profession standards and client protection requirements.
Reviews (6)
Phill
Jun 15, 2022
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Unfortunately I am unable to give any lower rating or I would. We instructed Marshall Hall & Levy to purchase a property for us. It was a cash buy, so no mortgage, no searches and no chain it took them 10 months to complete. That was only down to me having to push it along every step of the way. The sale nearly fell through several times as the seller was so fed up of waiting. Vicky was non existant and would never return your calls and on more than one occasion instructed their secretary not to put our calls through.we complained several times to the partners, who again failed to get a grip of the process, the word incompetence is not strong enough to describe this company, unfortunately I didn't do my homework had I done and read the reviews first I would never have chose them, it is clear that my experience is not a one off. Please please avoid this company, to avoid the frustration and anger we experienced.
Kyra Bouttell
May 27, 2022
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Our case started in April 2021 and is still not complete. I am buying my fathers house off him, so no chains involved. There have been complications along the way but nothing to justify the delay and terrible service we have received. We initially used them as they were linked with our financial advisor and we wanted to keep things simple, however they are now that bad that the financial advisor no longer uses them and has had to chase them repeatedly to no avail.
I am now resorting to emailing every email address I can find as I've sent 3 emails this week and not one has been answered. I am now receiving auto replies from agents saying they are leaving and have not been reassured that our case is going to be handled by someone else. Do not use this solicitors. Absolutely ridiculous. Will be reporting to the financial ombudsman. Just for context I had no children when we started this, and I now have a 3 month old and our second mortgage offer has just expired, at a time when interest rates are now astronomical.
I am now resorting to emailing every email address I can find as I've sent 3 emails this week and not one has been answered. I am now receiving auto replies from agents saying they are leaving and have not been reassured that our case is going to be handled by someone else. Do not use this solicitors. Absolutely ridiculous. Will be reporting to the financial ombudsman. Just for context I had no children when we started this, and I now have a 3 month old and our second mortgage offer has just expired, at a time when interest rates are now astronomical.
Jason Wells
May 02, 2022
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Avoid this firm like the plague. In 32 years of dealing with property in a professional capacity I have never experienced such an awful company. Emails and phone calls never returned, rude reception staff who state that their policy is not to provide Estate Agents with progression updates.
Shelly Green
Mar 08, 2022
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Spot on! Recommend Viki anytime she is grate! Kim and Rees were on the ball with everything and really nice. job done with no fuss. happy days!
Kath L.
Feb 20, 2022
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I've just bought my first house and I am so grateful for Viki, she kept me right all the way! I asked the most ridiculous questions and they were always answered, be it by Viki, Kim or Rhys, they really do deserve A huge well done from me I cannot thank them enough, I would recommend to anyone!
Michelle Austin
Feb 12, 2022
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Incredibly impressive service! We have just completed on our first property purchase and were very fortunate to have Vicki and her team. They made the whole process absolutely seamless and were consistently prompt, professional and helpful! As first time buyers navigating the process, we found Marshall Hall Levy to be very helpful and friendly. Vicki stayed in touch and provided frequent unprompted updates and responded to our emails always within the day, often within hours!
We felt completely secure that our case was being handled in the most efficient and effective way. The service was unparalleled and it was reassuring to know that we had fully competent professionals working on our case so we had no delays. We're very glad that we chose Marshall Hall Levy and would recommend them to anyone!
We felt completely secure that our case was being handled in the most efficient and effective way. The service was unparalleled and it was reassuring to know that we had fully competent professionals working on our case so we had no delays. We're very glad that we chose Marshall Hall Levy and would recommend them to anyone!
