Jonathan was born in Middlesbrough and grew up in East Cleveland. He trained and qualified at Askews Solicitors before moving to Watson Woodhouse Solicitors to continue his professional development. Taking an opportunity to head up the Family Law department he has been a Partner/Director at this firm for over 20 years now, gaining an enviable reputation as a strong advocate for his clients. Acting on behalf of children, parents, grandparents, and other family members involved with social services, Jonathan acts with intelligence and integrity to achieve the right result for families in crisis.
As a law firm that cares deeply for equality, we feel it is important to recognise the achievements of some of the fantastic women within our business, whose contributions have shaped our business to what it is today.