Newcastle and South Shields award-winning solicitors
How can we help?
Family
Our award-winning team of family lawyers has specialists across the full range of family law and divorce
Crime
Our team of specialist criminal defence solicitors will provide expert advice and representation
Property
Our experienced team can assist with all aspects of domestic and commercial conveyancing and property transactions
Mental Health
The largest team of specialist Mental Health solicitors in the North East. Advice in relation to the Mental Health Act 1983
Immigration
Our specialist team are nationally recognised for our expertise in both business and personal immigration law
Family Mediation
Our mediators work with you to resolve your separation, divorce or other family problems without going to court
Court of Protection
The Court of Protection team advise and assist with decisions for those who do not have the mental capacity to do so
Wills, Probate & Life Planning
Advice on wills, probate and trust, tax planning, LPA, and estate administration
Motoring
Our road traffic specialists represent those accused of motoring and driving offences
OUR TEAM
We have over 75 employees including 8 Partners across our offices in the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne and opposite the Town Hall in South Shields.
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Now that my divorce case is finally over, may I take the opportunity to let you know that I have been very pleased to have been represented by David Gray Solicitors LLP and how much I have appreciated your professional assistance and efficiency throughout the duration.
Client testimonial about Mary Shaw - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
I wanted to thank you and your team for all the hard work and effort you have put into my case over the last year and also for putting up with me and my stubborn ways. My family and I will always be grateful to you and could not have asked for a better outcome.
Client testimonial about Brian Hegarty - CrimeWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
I so very much appreciate your time and support and you being at the end of a phone …… when I was very weary. You were a lifeline for me. Many thanks.
Client testimonial about Lesley Monkhouse - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
To Elspeth, Just to say thanks for all your help over the last 6 months. If it wasn't for you I would have just given up. I really appreciate all the work you put in to this and your constant reassurance that it was the right thing to do.
Client testimonial about Elspeth Thomson - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Thank you so much for the good news. God send you to us to give a new life. We are very much grateful to you forever, thank you from core of heart. We wouldn’t be here without your support, you will be in our heart and in our prayers.
Client testimonial about Bryony Rest - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
My husband and I would like to express our sincere thanks to Bryony Rest and Pierrette Tshibuyi for their professionalism, efficiency and courteous manner throughout the application for a UK spouse VISA. We genuinely appreciate their advice, guidance and support throughout this whole process and are delighted with the positive outcome which is life changing for us. We would not hesitate to wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone else who needs a helping hand finding their way through the immigration maze.
Client testimonial about Bryony Rest & Pierrette Tshibuyi - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Thank you for working tirelessly on our behalf. Your thoughtfulness and empathy went a long way.
Client testimonial about Bryony Rest - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Just to say many thanks for your help and support before and during my tribunal. It was a pleasure to meet you.
Client testimonial about Mike Bishop - Mental HealthWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Just a small note to thank you for your expertise and special thank to Mr. Gibson for representing me in court regarding of a motor propelled vehicle. The out come was more than satisfactory as was able to maintain my licence due to his professional skills.
Client testimonial about Michael GibsonWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
I would like to express my thanks and gratitude for helping me so efficiently and professionally, it was a great weight off my mind.
Client testimonial about Cliff Veitch - Wills, probate & trustWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Thank you so much for all your guidance and support, I have really enjoyed it.
Client testimonial about Cliff Veitch - PropertyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Really appreciate your patience and understanding, and great professional approach. Hopefully we will see each other again, if not, I'll happily recommend you to anyone who may need your services.
Client testimonial about Mary Shaw - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
This is great news, many thanks to June and to Iran for your effort and support. This is another successful application achieved as a result of your high standards and professionalism. Well done
Client testimonial about Irfan Ali and June HolmesWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
I just wanted to say thank you so much for all your hard work and support with our case. I cant thank you enough for your assistance. You have always provided a high quality of service by being very professional, efficient and friendly, Your help made a big difference in our life...I really appreciate your kindness and your efforts .
Client testimonial about Bryony Rest - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Keep up the good work June! You’re fantastic!!
Client testimonial about June Holmes - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
I just wanted to write and thank you for all your hard work in handling my case – and for your kindness, patience and empathy.  Having you “fighting” my corner and advising me, made what was a very difficult time a little easier.  Thank you and best wishes.
Client testimonial about Elspeth Thomson - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Thank you so much Bryony. You have been so kind and supportive throughout. God Bless!.
Client testimonial about Bryony Rest - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
I would like to thank you for the efficient and professional service. The depth of understanding of the immigration law and professionalism of Bryony Rest is quite impressive.
Client testimonial about Bryony Rest - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Thanks very much for your guidance during my recent divorce proceedings. It is so nice to have peace of mind after those worrying, intervening years. I really appreciated your professional guidance throughout the proceedings and am so pleased to have been represented by yourself and David Gray Solicitors LLP during the case”.
Client testimonial about Mary Shaw - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Just a final thank you for all your work on the sale of our Property. You have always been, pleasant, efficient, professional and ready to  check out and sort out  any problems, which we really appreciated.
Client testimonial about Anne Austin - PropertyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Many thanks for the sessions we had with you. I found them very helpful and you were very calm and thoughtful throughout the process.
Client testimonial about Mary Shaw - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Thank you for all your help with the exceptional hardship hearing. Whilst I am sure you have many far more serious cases to deal with, I found you and everyone at David Gray to be friendly, helpful, efficient and professional which all went to produce a successful outcome.
Client testimonial about Brian Hegarty - MotoringWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
You have given me excellent service which I really appreciate. I have used many Solicitors in the past for various things that have let me down on a few things. But your firm have given me the best service and I would like to therefore instruct you again for this matter too.
Client testimonial about Cliff Veitch - PropertyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Good news: the application was a success. Thank you so much for help. I think we would have been particularly lost without your services. It was an incredibly stressful time.
Client testimonial about Bryony Rest - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
You did a great job for Sam in court and we all appreciate how much worse it might otherwise have been. Â Thank you so much.
Client testimonial about Brian Hegarty - CrimeWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
I consider myself to have been genuinely lucky in being allocated you as my Duty Solicitor. Thank you…I am very much indebted to you.
Client testimonial about Janice Hall - CrimeWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Thank you for your help in this case, I couldn't have asked for a better result.
Client testimonial about Brian Hegarty - CrimeWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
A heartfelt gratitude from me for your encouragement, support, belief, understanding, hard work... everything really! You are a blessing to us, our family and ministry.
Client testimonial about Bryony Rest - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Dear Mary and Kim, thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me through a stressful and difficult process with all speed, diligence and expertise. I am grateful, always.
Client testimonial about Mary Shaw - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
I could not recommend your company more, [you] have always been available and actually answer questions in terms that are understood by non solicitor type people, looking forward to getting my will done.
Client testimonial about Kay Potts - PropertyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Just a belated thank you for everything. I would have never got through this without you. Very many thanks for your excellent professional support and guidance.
Client testimonial about Mary Shaw - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Would just like to thank Brian Hegarty for his invaluable help and guidance he has given myself and my family over the last few months. Many Thanks
Client testimonial about Brian Hegarty - CrimeWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Firstly many thanks for handling our case and its successful outcome, we are delighted that matters have been sorted.
Client testimonial about Elspeth Thomson - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
(Mary) helped me communicate better with my husband & relations were always better after each session, she helped me get my point of view across to him.
Client testimonial about Mary Shaw – MediationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Thank you ever so much for all the help you have given to me and my family. Everything is deeply appreciated!
Client testimonial about Bryony Rest - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Thank you for your help in my wife's application, it has been a great success thanks to your help.
Client testimonial about Bryony Rest - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Really impressed. Thanks for everything.
Client testimonial about Michael Gibson - CrimeWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
It is my pleasure to inform you that I have received your letter with the Registration Certificate of my property. I would like to show the highest gratitude and thanks from bottom of my heart regarding the cooperation you had been extended since beginning till to date.
Client testimonial about Nicola Fisher - PropertyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
She made me feel a valued human being, preserved my dignity and that I was not just another case. She has a commendable understanding of mental health (MH) and if there were more people like Emma to represent those who suffer from a MH illness the world would be a more humane place.
Client testimonial about Emma Silburn - Mental HealthWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
I really appreciate your help, guidance and care as a solicitor during my wife’s visa application and process.
Client testimonial about June Holmes - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
We are most indebted to you for the invaluable service, advice and guidance that you gave us and most of all your commitment.
Client testimonial about Michael Gibson - CrimeWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
We used David Gray Solicitors LLP when we adopted a baby boy from an orphanage in Africa, and wished to have him legally adopted in the UK. The service we received was superb; a special mention should be made for Elspeth, she gives the law profession an excellent name. Elspeth was without doubt the key reason for the success of our case.
Client testimonial about Elspeth Thomson - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
I am writing to thank you for the outstanding work you did for me. Words cannot give my appreciation justice. You were superbly efficient and professional.
Client testimonial about Nicky Hunter - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Nicola helped us purchase a property we like. everything is well organised. Very efficient.
Client testimonial about Nicola Fisher - PropertyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
To say that your professionalism and quality of service have been faultless would be telling only half the story. Throughout all that has gone on, your honest advice and genuine care have been an invaluable support, for which I will always be grateful.
Client testimonial about Mary Shaw - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Thank you so much for helping me with my application, I am delighted with this news. You did professional work for our family and we are so grateful for you.
Client testimonial about June Holmes - ImmigrationWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
I am truly grateful for all you have done.
Client testimonial about Claire Hunter - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
I was the luckiest person to have Mary Shaw help me through my divorce. She was firm, but never pushy, forthright but always fair, sympathetic but never deviated from the goal of practically carrying me through this torrid time. She was always there.She was the friend that talked sense and gave you a gentle shake to wise up and push forward.
Client testimonial about Mary Shaw - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
With many thanks for your calm and measured support and guidance during this difficult case.
Client testimonial about Mary Shaw - FamilyWHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Just wanted to thank you so much for your representation today and your calming influence. Your professionalism and knowledge was second to none.
Client testimonial about Sukhi Patter - Family