What is the average salary for a family & matrimonial solicitor in Northumberland?

A newly qualified family & matrimonial solicitor in Northumberland earns around £38,500 at a mid-size firm. At 4–5 PQE, average salaries rise to around £49,500.

Family & Matrimonial Jobs in Northumberland

There are 16 regulated family & matrimonial law firms in Northumberland registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. This page lists the firms, regional salary benchmarks, and open roles.

Salary Benchmarks

Based on LawBoard market benchmarking data for Northumberland. These are regional averages, not specific to any individual firm.

Boutique / High Street Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£30,000

£24,000 – £36,000

Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£41,000

£32,500 – £49,500

Senior (8–15 PQE)£55,500

£43,000 – £72,500

Mid-size Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£38,500

£30,000 – £47,000

Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£49,500

£41,000 – £61,500

Senior (8–15 PQE)£68,500

£55,500 – £90,000

Non-qualified roles

These are regional averages, not specific to any individual firm.

Paralegal

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£20,500

£18,000 – £23,000

3–5 years£25,500

£22,000 – £29,000

5+ years£27,500

£24,000 – £32,500

Legal Secretary / PA

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£23,500

£21,500 – £26,000

3–5 years£27,000

£24,500 – £31,500

5+ years£29,500

£26,000 – £34,000

Family & Matrimonial Firms in Northumberland

These firms are registered with the SRA for family & matrimonial in Northumberland. Listings are based on regulatory data, not advertising.

Adams Hetherington

Ashington

Alderson Law LLP

Morpeth

Browell Smith & Co Solicitors Ltd

Cramlington

Caris Robson LLP

Prudhoe

Cartmell Shepherd Limited

Haltwhistle

Claire Skene Ltd

Alnwick

David Auld & Co

Morpeth

Gibson & Co. Solicitors Ltd

Hexham

Hardington Hogg Solicitors LLP

Alnwick

Kirbys Solicitors

Cramlington

Lambert Taylor & Gregory Solicitors

Corbridge

Lawson & Thompson Solicitors LLP

Blyth

Marston Harbottle

Hexham

Sanderson McCreath & Edney Limited

Berwick-upon-tweed

T C Smith Solicitors LLP

Berwick Upon Tweed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many family & matrimonial law firms are there in Northumberland?

There are 16 regulated family & matrimonial law firms in Northumberland on the SRA register. This figure is updated periodically as the register changes.

What salary can I expect as a family & matrimonial solicitor in Northumberland?

Newly qualified family & matrimonial solicitors in Northumberland typically earn between £30,000 and £47,000, with a mid-point around £38,500. At 4–5 PQE, salaries range from £41,000 to £61,500.

Where does LawBoard firm data come from?

Firm listings are sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register, which lists all authorised law firms in England and Wales. Data is updated periodically.

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Firm data sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register. Salary benchmarks are regional estimates for guidance only. Recruitment support available via RecQuest.