We are delighted to confirm that as the new Chambers & Partners 2026 directory launches today, both SH&Co. and Victoria Poole, individually, has been recognised for expertise in Family/Matrimonial Law (North West), ranking as a Band 3 Firm and Band 3 Lawyer, respectively.
This also comes on the back of the Legal 500 ranking earlier this month where again we maintained our Band 3 Leading Firm ranking, Founder Susan Howarth remains in the Hall of Fame and Director Victoria Poole was recognised as a Leading Partner in Legal 500 2026.
Chambers 2026 recommends the firm as follows:
What the team is known for: a Northwich-based firm with particular experience in children matters. It frequently acts on child arrangements orders and care proceedings, and is experienced in advising on cases concerning relocation, abduction and assault. The team is also adept at assisting clients with financial remedy and divorce proceedings.
Strengths: (Quotes from peers and clients)
“The team is very good in terms of handling complex public and private children work.”;
"Nothing was ever too much trouble for them. They were empathetic and demonstrated that they really cared for me as a client."
"They provided fantastic contact and communication."
Notable practitioners: “Outstanding” Director Victoria Poole has considerable expertise in family law and regularly advises on difficult cases that may involve domestic abuse or coercive control, including Children Act proceedings and financial remedy cases.
Strengths: (Quotes from peers and clients)
"Vicky was the most engaging, committed and strongest lawyer I have worked with."
"Vicky is outstanding in her area of expertise. She is compassionate, understanding and transparent from start to finish."
On this news, Founder Susan Howarth said, “Maintaining recognition in such a highly respected legal directory is a tremendous achievement. We are incredibly proud of our Family Team and delighted that they have received this recognition for their never-ending commitment, compassion, enthusiasm and hard work. This acknowledgement from Chambers & Partners shows that — regardless of a firm’s size, structure, location or profitability — with the right ethos, determination and commitment, it’s possible to consistently deliver exceptional legal advice, expertise and client care.”
Chambers and Partners and the Legal 500 are the UK’s leading independent reviews of lawyers. As part of the ranking process researchers seek feedback from both clients and peers, to gauge the performance of firms. Firms are then ‘ranked’ in bands by legal area.
Should you need advice from a specialist family solicitor please telephone: +44 (0) 1606 48777 or email: info@susanhowarthsolicitors.co.uk