“Colin Simpson brings more than three decades of legal experience to family law, combining seasoned judgement with a genuine commitment to helping clients navigate difficult times with confidence and clarity. His calm, practical approach and belief that every client’s case deserves the highest level of care have earned him lasting trust from those he represents. Drawing on a broad legal background, Colin provides balanced advice, thoughtful problem-solving and steadfast support, always focused on achieving outcomes that allow individuals and families to move forward with greater certainty and peace of mind.”

Fantastic Lawyers® Editorial 2026

Colin Simpson is a Senior Consultant in the Family Law team at Jones Whyte, where he advises clients facing some of life’s most challenging situations. With more than 33 years of experience as a solicitor, including 16 years as a partner in his own firm, Colin brings extensive legal knowledge and a calm, reassuring approach to every case.

He believes that every client’s case matters, regardless of its size or complexity, and that every successful outcome has equal importance. His priority is always to provide practical legal guidance that helps clients move forward with confidence.

What Colin Simpson Does

Colin advises clients across a broad range of family law matters, including:

• Divorce and separation
• Financial issues arising from relationship breakdown
• Child law matters
• Family court proceedings
• Negotiated settlements
• General family law advice

He supports individuals through emotionally difficult periods with clear, straightforward advice, helping them understand their legal options while working towards practical and constructive resolutions.

Why He Stands Out

Colin’s extensive legal career enables him to approach family law disputes with exceptional perspective and sound judgement. Having practised across several areas of law, including debt recovery, criminal defence, employment law and contract disputes, he understands how wider legal and personal issues can affect families during periods of change.

Clients value his approachable manner, measured advice and genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for every individual he represents.

A Broad Legal Background

Alongside his family law practice, Colin has handled a diverse range of legal matters throughout his career. This broad experience allows him to identify practical solutions and anticipate wider legal issues that may arise during family disputes.

One particularly notable case involved successfully acting in a petition for Declarator of Death on behalf of a father whose daughter had been missing and untraceable for the statutory seven-year period. The case demonstrated Colin’s ability to manage highly sensitive and emotionally complex legal proceedings with care and professionalism.