“Katie Jennings (along with Sarah Martin) has been fab – really helpful, patient, kind and easy to deal with. Katie and Sarah have made a difficult situation (my divorce) both bearable and straightforward.
Thank you.”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“Brittany Codling is an excellent Family Law solicitor She understands the law and determines the correct course of action by understanding details She is personable, supportive and caring Moreover Brittany advised me firmly, quickly and proactively when I needed it most…”

Jones Myers Client, 2026

” I would firstly like to say that Brittany has been absolutely amazing from start to finish. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of professional, dedicated support. From day one, Brittany has shown nothing but professionalism, compassion, and determination. Thanks to her incredible work, I’ve been able to reconnect with my three children — something I will forever be grateful for. Brittany went above and beyond, often working behind the scenes even outside of her usual hours, to make sure everything was progressing as it should. She told me at the beginning that it would be a long journey, but that we would get the outcome I was hoping for — and she was absolutely right.

I would also like to give a big thank-you to her assistant, Lynne, who has been equally fantastic, keeping me updated with phone calls and letters throughout the process. I truly can’t thank both Brittany and Lynne enough for everything they’ve done.”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“The divorce process can be very lengthy, tiring and challenging. Katie at Jones Myers was really clear on the process from the start which helped to manage expectations. She has a solid knowledge that helped me to understand the process and gave great legal advice that helped to progress the divorce and come to a reasonable resolution outside of court. Katie is friendly and approachable and these things really matter when going through a significant life event such as divorce. All questions were answered and advice shared throughout. This gave me confidence in decision making and I believe we achieved the best outcome for my family.”

Jones Myers Client, 2026

“Katie Jennings (along with Sarah Martin) has been fab – really helpful, patient, kind and easy to deal with. Katie and Sarah have made a difficult situation (my divorce) both bearable and straightforward.
Thank you.”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“I can’t recommend Nicki, Lynne, and the team at Jones Myers (York) highly enough. My divorce was complex and involved a family home, a business, and pensions, so it wasn’t a straightforward process by any stretch. From the outset, Lynne was absolutely brilliant incredibly responsive, calm, and reassuring. She made contact easy and always kept things moving, which really mattered during a stressful time. Nicki was outstanding. She clearly knows her stuff, explained everything in a way I could understand, and guided me through the process with confidence and clarity. At one point I made the (ill-advised!) decision to try and represent myself, which I quickly realised was a mistake. Nicki stepped in, untangled the situation, and quite literally saved me thousands. I’m genuinely grateful for that. What stood out most was how supported I felt throughout. This wasn’t just about legal knowledge it was about judgement, experience, and knowing when to push and when to steady things. I would 100% use Nicki and the Jones Myers team again… although I sincerely hope I never need to! If you’re facing a complex divorce and want someone you can trust in your corner, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.”

Jones Myers Client, 2026

“I only have good things to say about Jones Myers and Anna Bell in particular. From the first moment we met I was put at ease and knew I was in good hands. During the worst year of my life Anna (and Lynne) have been pivotal in getting me and my family through it in one piece. Anna is very caring, patient, empathetic and very clear with her advice and what would happen at each stage. The team are very responsive, I was always able to get in touch with them when I needed. The massive cherry on top was I got the best outcome I could have imagined when my relocation was granted. The aftercare from Jones Myers has also been fantastic. Thank you so much Anna.”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“I cannot thank Brittany Codling, Anna Bell, Lynne Richards and the team at Jones Myers enough for their exceptional service throughout my divorce proceedings, especially during the recent FDR hearing, which concluded in a very successful outcome for me. From day one, Jones Myers demonstrated a deep understanding of family law and provided clear, honest advice. Their attention to detail, calm approach, and strategic thinking were exactly what I needed during what was often an emotionally draining process. The preparation for the FDR was meticulous, and their advocacy and negotiation skills during the hearing were second to none. I always felt heard, informed, and supported. They managed to secure a fair financial settlement while handling the case with professionalism and empathy throughout. If you’re going through a divorce and need someone who is both compassionate and tenacious, I highly recommend Jones Myers. They made a very difficult time more manageable and gave me the confidence I needed to move forward.”

 

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“I don’t know if I can put into words the gratitude I feel towards Anna for her help & support throughout what was easily the most difficult period of my life. My divorce was not an easy one to deal with, but I felt genuinely cared for throughout the whole process & her guidance on how to deal with very difficult situations was invaluable. Unfortunately court was unavoidable, but Anna handpicked the very best barrister (Alyssa) to represent me & it filled me with confidence that I was in the safest hands on what was a very scary day. I also can’t write a review without mentioning Lynne; the world’s most lovely legal secretary & my shoulder to cry on many times! Thank you both so much for your kindness, compassion & support – I will always be grateful to you both for how you helped me get through everything.”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“Having never needed legal services in my previous 49 yrs I found myself meeting the most lovely secretary Lynne & outstanding Solicitor Anna Jones in June 2022. I would like to say I was recommended to Anna by a friend of mine who is herself a solicitor! I have nothing to compare this situation to but I have recommended Anna and Lynne to friends and I know of one who has started using the services themselves. I hope to never need the services of this ‘dream team’ again but will forever be grateful for how they have helped me move on.”

Jones Myers Client, 2023

“Lynne Richards also deserves a special mention. I have said I would use the firm again, and I absolutely would. Although obviously I hope I never have to!”

Jones Myers Client, 2023

“I had an ongoing custody battle for my children.  Without the help from Julie I wouldn’t be where I am today – I owe her so much she is the most nicest person, she is very helpful and polite. Julie is very experienced and knows what she is doing I would recommend 100% thank you Julie”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Julie Simpson for the exceptional work which she undertook throughout the lengthy and very complicated Court proceedings in connection with my son. From what I witnessed in court, Julie appeared to be a solicitor whom the Designated Family Judge holds in very high regard; deservedly so in my opinion. She had relentless, objective focus on my son’s best interests and her human compassion was clearly felt.”

Jones Myers Client

“Julie is utterly conscientious, professional, and hardworking, protecting the interests of her clients with calmness and firm determination – most particularly when representing children. I think it is when representing children that she particularly excels; and her empathy and kindness come to the fore, though she never forgets that her role is a lawyer.”

Barrister

“Julie’s standard of work is outstanding. Julie is extremely thorough, meticulous, organised, and reliable. She is a true professional in every sense of the word. I have never known Julie to be anything other than calm, reassuring and positive. I honestly cannot speak highly enough of Julie’s work.”

Helen Chapman, CAFCASS Children’s Guardian

“I have worked with Julie Simpson over many years – she is the real deal – she brings a gargantuan amount of experience to the representation of any client…”

Barrister

“…when combined with her utter integrity, compassion, and easy manner, it is not surprising judges listen to her. She is well respected because of this by other members of the family court system. Solicitors like Julie are almost one of a kind!”

Barrister

“Anna Bell is a very experienced family law specialist. She works very hard for her clients but at the same time takes a fair and constructive approach.”

Legal 500, 2025

“Anna Bell provided excellent advice and supportive guidance to help me through a Divorce and Financial settlement. While there was a fundamental intention between the parties to reach agreement without resorting to legal adjudication, there is always the potential for things to derail. Anna’s advice on how best to support our mutual objective was well judged, respected the interests of both parties and always supportive …”

Jones Myers Client, 2026

“From walking into the York branch of Jones Myers I felt immediately in a safe and supportive place. Every single member of the team was professional, knowledgeable and so helpful and friendly. I was very lucky to have Anna representing me and working on my case. Over the next two years she was incredibly supportive and helped me through all the stages of a complicated divorce process. No question was too small for Anna and she sign posted me to other recommended professionals I needed along side the divorce process (mortgage broker/barrister etc) . Throughout the stages Anna kept me up to date and helped me through the court process and supported me deal with things I had no knowledge of. She has a wealth of experience but it also very easy to talk too and she makes you feel safe. I recommend her and Jones Myers to anyone looking for legal representation! I would most definitely use Anna again if I needed legal advice.”

Jones Myers Client, 2026

“The best professional support.

I am so grateful to Anna Bell for the highly professional support she has given me during my divorce. During the worst period of my life Anna was there to advise and act for me, always empathic, approachable and friendly, and always assertive where she needed to be to ensure a fair outcome all round. I highly recommend Anna for legal advice and representation.”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“Excellent service throughout!

I am extremely grateful that I had Anna to represent me during my divorce case and she immediately made me feel safe during this difficult time. Her advice was invaluable throughout the process and she made me feel comfortable to communicate openly and ask any questions for clarification. Anna was genuine and caring and I felt in very good hands. I would highly recommended Anna.”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“Anna has been brilliant in helping me through a tricky child arrangements order after family time had been withheld. What I liked was Anna’s very personable approach and her colleagues too I’ll add, her quick understanding and response to the case details as they unfolded was reassuring. Anna clearly has great depth of experience and resources available to help guide clients through difficult times with rock solid advice and planning. I always knew where I was in the process, fantastic timely communication which I appreciated as well as picking out the important points in my long-winded emails! My case has had a great outcome, thanks to Anna.”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“I only have good things to say about Jones Myers and Anna Bell in particular. From the first moment we met I was put at ease and knew I was in good hands. During the worst year of my life Anna (and Lynne) have been pivotal in getting me and my family through it in one piece. Anna is very caring, patient, empathetic and very clear with her advice and what would happen at each stage. The team are very responsive, I was always able to get in touch with them when I needed. The massive cherry on top was I got the best outcome I could have imagined when my relocation was granted. The aftercare from Jones Myers has also been fantastic. Thank you so much Anna.”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“Switched solicitors to Anna post two years of poor advice and high solicitors bills, for zero results. Anna gave great advice – always robust and gave options. Listened to my requirements and got the result needed. Brilliant.”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“I cannot thank Brittany Codling, Anna Bell, Lynne Richards and the team at Jones Myers enough for their exceptional service throughout my divorce proceedings, especially during the recent FDR hearing, which concluded in a very successful outcome for me. From day one, Jones Myers demonstrated a deep understanding of family law and provided clear, honest advice. Their attention to detail, calm approach, and strategic thinking were exactly what I needed during what was often an emotionally draining process.
The preparation for the FDR was meticulous, and their advocacy and negotiation skills during the hearing were second to none. I always felt heard, informed, and supported. They managed to secure a fair financial settlement while handling the case with professionalism and empathy throughout. If you’re going through a divorce and need someone who is both compassionate and tenacious, I highly recommend Jones Myers. They made a very difficult time more manageable and gave me the confidence I needed to move forward.”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“I don’t know if I can put into words the gratitude I feel towards Anna for her help & support throughout what was easily the most difficult period of my life. My divorce was not an easy one to deal with, but I felt genuinely cared for throughout the whole process & her guidance on how to deal with very difficult situations was invaluable. Unfortunately court was unavoidable, but Anna handpicked the very best barrister (Alyssa) to represent me & it filled me with confidence that I was in the safest hands on what was a very scary day. I also can’t write a review without mentioning Lynne; the world’s most lovely legal secretary & my shoulder to cry on many times! Thank you both so much for your kindness, compassion & support – I will always be grateful to you both for how you helped me get through everything.”

Jones Myers Client, 2025

“Anna has been a great support during my divorce and continues to offer support with the ups and downs of coparenting. She has that empathetic approach which is genuine and honest. She has provided some key messages which I know have allowed me to take more control of situations which I know without her help would have put me on the back foot. Thank you again for all your help.”

Jones Myers Client, 2024

“I honestly could not have got through the last 18 months without their guidance but also their care and understanding. It is easy for people to just be all about the law and money, but they always had my emotional well-being at the heart of the advice as well and I will be forever grateful for that.”

Jones Myers Client, 2024

“Anna is amazing! Professional, concise, caring, understanding. Her ability and intent to listen is 2nd to none. Being a single dad going through a divorce was tough, every time I interacted with her I felt at ease after. All I ever wanted was a 50/50 approach with my kids and Anna informed me right from the start what I needed to do to achieve this outcome. I’m so grateful I met her and without a doubt would recommend her. She’s class!”

Jones Myers Client, 2023

“Anna comforted, listened, never pressured me re time & constantly reassured me this WOULD ALL be ok in the end. We are a year on now and almost at the completion of our professional journey. I would describe Anna as a confident, assertive & knowledgeable. She is direct and not afraid to challenge proposals made to me. She has guided me through unknown territory & I have felt safe with her throughout. She has always taken my children and financial situation moving forward into account.”

Jones Myers Client, 2023

“I cannot express how glad I am to have found Anna Bell and the team at Jones Myers. Lynne Richards also deserves a special mention. I have said I would use the firm again, and I absolutely would. Although obviously I hope I never have to! The sensible advice, their patience and kind support over the time it took to resolve the matter were invaluable to me. I could not have had a better team by my side. Thank you.”

Jones Myers Client, 2023

“My experience was really first class. Anna was helpful and supportive. She was extremely professional but always put me at my ease. I have recommended her to other people based on how good my experience was.”

Jones Myers Client, 2023

“Working with Anna has been wonderful. She is strong and patient listening to all my (many) calls and emails. Someone you want on your side fighting. Keeps it very professional at all times, but definitely very personable.”

Jones Myers Client, 2023

“Anna Bell dealt with my child custody case and was a key part in helping me get the result I wanted. She dealt with the whole process in a sensitive manner and I was very impressed with her knowledge and willingness to go the extra mile to get things done. Nothing was ever too much trouble for Anna and she has offered me great support in getting me through this difficult process.”

Jones Myers Client, 2023

“Cannot recommend Anna and the rest of the team at JM enough. Nothing was too much and I would fully recommend them.”

Jones Myers Client, 2023

“It has been a pleasure working with you these last 3 years and I hope our paths will cross again in the future.”

Jones Myers Client, 2022

“Thank you both so much for making a terribly painful situation much more manageable… may I thank you once again for your support both legally and emotionally during the last couple of years.”

Jones Myers Client, 2022

“Thank you for everything – having you in my corner this last two years has just been the most reassuring and empowering thing. You’re amazing…”

Jones Myers Client, 2021

“Thanks for your support, quick responses and professionalism throughout.”

Jones Myers Client, 2021

“I just wanted to say thank you… I know we’ve still got a way to go but the meeting made me feel so reassured and positive and I know me and the kids will be ok whatever the outcome with you in our corner… you’ve always made me feel really empowered and like I can do this.”

Jones Myers Client, 2021

 

“Nicki has her clients’ best interests at heart,” is “very sensible and very good in her approach” and is “pragmatic, sensible and comes to a positive solution.”

Chambers and Partners, 2025

“Nicki Mitchell has established a strong niche family law presence in York with an enviable reputation for specialist and tailored family law services. The firm is strong on dispute resolution offering mediation and collaborative services. It is always a pleasure to work with Jones Myers as they can be trusted to take a constructive and conciliatory approach.”

Legal 500, 2025

“She is very experienced and ADR focused.”

Chambers and Partners, 2024

“Nicki is very pragmatic, sensible and able to come to a positive solution.”

Chambers and Partners, 2024

“She has a natural empathy towards clients who are experiencing an often difficult and contentious period in their lives.”

Legal 500, 2022

“Well regarded for her ADR and collaborative law practice. She often advises on matrimonial finance disputes concerning high-value assets and pension arrangements.”

Chambers and Partners, 2021

“Mitchell has extensive experience in financial remedy cases with claims involving businesses assets, multiple properties and complex pensions issues.”

Legal 500, 2020

“Nicki has a strong reputation for being tough but fair and is acknowledged as having a very calm and clear way of dealing with clients which is a huge help to them, especially in very stressful and emotional situations.”

Chambers and Partners, 2020

“A thoughtful, careful and measured family lawyer with good client care skills. She manages to communicate in a way that everyone understands.”

Chambers and Partners, 2019

“I can’t recommend Nicki, Lynne, and the team at Jones Myers (York) highly enough. My divorce was complex and involved a family home, a business, and pensions, so it wasn’t a straightforward process by any stretch. From the outset, Lynne was absolutely brilliant incredibly responsive, calm, and reassuring. She made contact easy and always kept things moving, which really mattered during a stressful time. Nicki was outstanding. She clearly knows her stuff, explained everything in a way I could understand, and guided me through the process with confidence and clarity. At one point I made the (ill-advised!) decision to try and represent myself, which I quickly realised was a mistake. Nicki stepped in, untangled the situation, and quite literally saved me thousands. I’m genuinely grateful for that. What stood out most was how supported I felt throughout. This wasn’t just about legal knowledge it was about judgement, experience, and knowing when to push and when to steady things. I would 100% use Nicki and the Jones Myers team again… although I sincerely hope I never need to! If you’re facing a complex divorce and want someone you can trust in your corner, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.”

Jones Myers Client, 2026

“Nicki and the team at Jones Myers were beyond excellent. They were professional and supportive in what had been an extremely tough couple of years. I would recommend this firm and Nicki in particular, to anyone looking for a legal team with expert knowledge and who will provide a first class service. I will be always grateful to them.”

Jones Myers Client, 2024

“The service provided by Nicki Mitchell and her team at Jones Myers was excellent. Nicki Mitchell was proactive throughout and provided reasoned and pragmatic advice during a protracted process and her evident experience in the field was invaluable.The whole team was responsive and supportive in what was inevitably a stressful time for me.”

Jones Myers Client, 2024

“During my divorce, Nicki provided unwavering legal support with her rock-steady focus on achieving the best outcome for me. Her ability to break down the issues into a step-by-step process was so reassuring. She quickly identified the critical factors, which she addressed by the most efficient means, for example making a phone call rather than waiting for emails. I was confident that Nicki had a real understanding of the situation and trusted her completely to deal with difficult negotiations.”

Jones Myers Client

“She is clear and concise but at the same time compassionate. She understands the desolation of divorce, while guiding with a steady hand toward an optimal resolution. Communications with Nicki and her lovely legal assistant, Lynne, were excellent.  I was always kept in the loop and never left to wonder what was happening.”

Jones Myers Client

“I chose Nicki because she is an accredited Collaborative Lawyer using cooperative strategies, however when the going got tough she was calm, courteous, and professional. I feel so fortunate to have found Nicki, she had my back every step of the way and can’t recommend her highly enough.”

Jones Myers Client

“I can’t believe that we have finally got to the end of this. I must say that, having your support over the past two years, has been greatly appreciated and made a huge difference to my health and wellbeing… But, the part that I have most valued, has been the open discussions and the opportunity to talk to someone who understood the situation and was able to offer expert guidance.”

Jones Myers Client

“She is the best matrimonial lawyer I have known during my 39 years in practice – with her depth of knowledge and attention to detail, her tenacity in seeking the best settlement for her clients and still maintaining an empathetic approach is a rare skill.”

Jones Myers Client

“Nicki has a strong reputation for being tough but fair and is acknowledged as having a very calm and clear way of dealing with clients which is a huge help to them, especially in very stressful and emotional situations.”

Jones Myers Client