Nicola Matthews
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Nicola Matthews

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Nicola is a Partner and head of the Family unit at our Newcastle office. With over 10 years experience she has expertise in family law, particularly high value & complex divorce cases. Nicola is a member of the law society family accreditation scheme, qualified in collaborative law and Chairperson for the North East Region of RESOLUTION, an association of specialist family lawyers who adopt a firm yet conciliatory approach to family cases.

She also acts for a wide variety of clients, specialising in providing comprehensive advice on powers of attorney, deputyship, Court of Protection and elderly client matters within our Wills, Trusts & Tax Planning team.

What others say about Nicola:


  • Nicola Matthews has particular strength in the financial aspects of divorce, and “helps to demystify what is – to a layman – a tortuous and complicated process.

    Chambers guide
  • Nicola…proved unfailingly polite, approachable, efficient and compassionate throughout the period of my divorce. Nicola guided me with care and attention to detail through the various steps that I needed to be taken. I can’t think of any improvements that are necessary.

    Ms. J.M - Client of Nicola Matthews
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