Solicitor at Blackhurst Swainson Goodier LLP

Barbara Richardson

Solicitor - Senior Associate Solicitor

SRA ID: 7536

Barbara heads our Divorce and Finance Team. She is a specialist family lawyer, accredited by Resolution, first for family law, www.resolution.org.uk in the areas of Complex Financial Property and Pensions on Divorce and is currently the only Resolution accredited pensions specialist lawyer in Lancashire. She qualified as a solicitor in 1995, initially working in Carlisle and moved to work in Lancaster in 1997 where she developed her expertise in family law. Alongside our late partner, Andie Brown, she became a member of the Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme when it began in 1999. From 2005, Barbara led a successful family law team in Kendal for 12 years. She returned to work in Lancaster in 2017 and is now based at our Lancaster office and available to meet clients at our Preston office. Barbara knows Preston well as she attended Penwortham Girls’ High School and worked at Preston County Court before qualifying. Barbara is a member of Resolution and Chairs the Lancashire and Cumbria Resolution Committee. She is committed to addressing the resolution of issues on divorce and separation with a constructive approach. She is also experienced in representing clients at round table meetings, helping separated couples reach agreed solutions and better outcomes.

3 & 4 Aalborg Square, LA1 1BJ

Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas

Family Law

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Viv M
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January 16, 2025 20250116152555

Exceptional Service Provided by Wonderful People

5

My case involved both a divorce and a somewhat complicated (due to my circumstances) financial settlement. My contact with this company was with Barbara (My Solicitor) and Vicky. I can honestly say two exceptional people. Professional, compassionate and considerate. This for me was quite a emotional process and Barbara and Vicky took the time to reassure me with a level of kindness, I will always remember. I would have no hesitation using or recommend this company, but more so these two wonderful people. Finally one person I have missed, the wonderful lady on reception, thank you for your compassion, during my somewhat frantic phone calls to the office.

Lawyer named in this review: Barbara Richardson

A representative from Blackhurst Swainson Goodier LLP responded to this review on 16 January, 2025

Many thanks for your kind review Viv, we appreciate your feedback. Best wishes for the future.

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Viv M
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January 16, 2025 20250116150622

Outstanding service with a personal touch

5

Barbara and her team have been working on my stressful divorce settlement for some time. Her help, professionalism is exceptional, but more importantly to me was her empathy and kindness, when at times, my emotions and frustration were apparent, but Barbara took the time to explain and reassure, which will always stay with me. I started this legal process as a client, but at the end Barbara felt like a a reassuring friend. Barbara is incredibly talented and guided me to a very successful outcome. I truly can't thank both Barbara and Vicky enough. Thank you so much.

Lawyer named in this review: Barbara Richardson

A representative from Blackhurst Swainson Goodier LLP responded to this review on 16 January, 2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Chloe Nowell
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October 04, 2024 20241004214318

Would definitely recommend and return as a future client

5

I found BSG very professional and supportive with my recent child arrangement order. They were very knowledgable and gave me good advice and guided me through the entire process. Attending court with me and also preparing all the reports. They went above and beyond for my case and although it was very stressful and worrying at times I couldn’t have got to the end result without them. I would definitely use this firm again should I need to in the future. Everyone has been so kind and friendly. They had great communication and the advice was very clear, they were very knowledgeable in this area of law.

Lawyer named in this review: Barbara Richardson

A representative from Blackhurst Swainson Goodier LLP responded to this review on 07 October, 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to hear you were happy with our services.

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Chris
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August 09, 2024 20240809131413

Divorce

5

Going through a divorce is extremely challenging. Barbara Richardson's guidance through this process was invaluable. Her excellent communication skills, legal knowledge and the practical advice provided throughout led to a successful resolution.

Lawyer named in this review: Barbara Richardson

A representative from Blackhurst Swainson Goodier LLP responded to this review on 09 August, 2024

Thank you for your feedback. I will ensure that Barbara is informed that you are happy with the service you received.

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Mrs L
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July 24, 2024 20240724175000

Professional and experienced divorce solicitor

5

Barbara is an experienced, professional, kind, and calm solicitor. I'm pleased that I had her by my side through my long and difficult divorce. We were a team, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to those looking for an excellent divorce solicitor.

Lawyer named in this review: Barbara Richardson

A representative from Blackhurst Swainson Goodier LLP responded to this review on 26 July, 2024

Thank you so much for leaving this lovely review. We look forward to working with you again the future.

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Tony Barrett
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June 07, 2024 20240607181336

Professional and very client friendly.

5

I needed a solicitor to guide me through a divorce process, and chose BSG after reading other positive comments about them on numerous sites with many many people recommending them.
From day one, the firm made me feel welcome as though I had been a long standing client of theirs. Barbara and Vicky were outstanding. The communications and explanation of everything was a tremendous help. Their guidance through each and every part of the process, completing much of the paperwork for me to save me the stress of doing it all was incredibly helpful. I personally would have no hesitation in recommending BSG for anything you need advice on.

Lawyer named in this review: Barbara Richardson

A representative from Blackhurst Swainson Goodier LLP responded to this review on 17 June, 2024

Many thanks for your very kind review Tony.

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May 21, 2024 20240521211349

Divorce

5

An exceptionally professional, positive and compassionate legal service. My solicitor and her staff supported me throughout the ordeal.

Lawyer named in this review: Barbara Richardson

A representative from Blackhurst Swainson Goodier LLP responded to this review on 31 May, 2024

Many thanks for your kind review, we will pass this feedback on.

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CarrieH
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December 07, 2023 20231207114610

Wonderful approachable professional service

5

Barbara Richardson, BSG Solicitors was recommended to me and I couldn't have been more happy that she was! She has a wonderfully approachable demeanour and during a very sensitive time of my life (during the process of my divorce), I felt nurtured and very safe in her hands. She offered excellent advice and I would highly recommend her without doubt to anyone.

Lawyer named in this review: Barbara Richardson

A representative from Blackhurst Swainson Goodier LLP responded to this review on 07 December, 2023

Thank you Carrie. Best wishes for the future.

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Christopher

5

Barbara Richardson's guidance was invaluable. Her excellent communication skills, legal knowledge and the practical advice provided throughout led to a successful resolution.

Lawyer named in this review: Barbara Richardson

A representative from Blackhurst Swainson Goodier LLP responded to this review on 12 August, 2024

Dear Christopher, thank you so much for leaving such a lovely review for Barbara, we really appreciate you taking the time to do so. With best wishes, BSG Solicitors

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Chris

5

Barbara Richardson is the most tenacious empathetic solicitor I could not have got through my messy divorce without her excellent work I would recommend her to anyone

Lawyer named in this review: Barbara Richardson

A representative from Blackhurst Swainson Goodier LLP responded to this review on 17 July, 2023

Dear Chris, thank you so much for leaving such a lovely review. We really appreciate it and will make sure Barbara knows. With best wishes, BSG Solicitors

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About Barbara Richardson

Barbara heads our Divorce and Finance Team. She is a specialist family lawyer, accredited by Resolution, first for family law, www.resolution.org.uk in the areas of Complex Financial Property and Pensions on Divorce and is currently the only Resolution accredited pensions specialist lawyer in Lancashire. She qualified as a solicitor in 1995, initially working in Carlisle and moved to work in Lancaster in 1997 where she developed her expertise in family law. Alongside our late partner, Andie Brown, she became a member of the Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme when it began in 1999. From 2005, Barbara led a successful family law team in Kendal for 12 years. She returned to work in Lancaster in 2017 and is now based at our Lancaster office and available to meet clients at our Preston office. Barbara knows Preston well as she attended Penwortham Girls’ High School and worked at Preston County Court before qualifying. Barbara is a member of Resolution and Chairs the Lancashire and Cumbria Resolution Committee. She is committed to addressing the resolution of issues on divorce and separation with a constructive approach. She is also experienced in representing clients at round table meetings, helping separated couples reach agreed solutions and better outcomes.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Barbara Richardson

Address

Blackhurst Swainson Goodier LLP

3 & 4 Aalborg Square

LA1 1BJ



Phone 01524386500

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Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

02/10/95

01/12/24

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor