“Nicole Donnelly combines sound legal knowledge with a thoughtful and approachable style, helping clients navigate family disputes with confidence, clarity and reassurance. Her experience across both private client and family law gives her valuable insight into the financial and personal issues that often accompany relationship breakdown, allowing her to provide practical advice tailored to each family’s circumstances. By listening carefully, communicating clearly and remaining focused on constructive outcomes, Nicole supports clients through difficult transitions with professionalism, empathy and unwavering commitment.”

Fantastic Lawyers® Editorial 2026

Nicole Donnelly is a Solicitor in the Family Law team at Jones Whyte, advising clients across a broad range of family law matters. She is committed to helping individuals and families through some of life’s most significant challenges by providing clear legal advice, practical solutions and empathetic support.

Having built experience in both trust administration and family law, Nicole combines strong technical knowledge with a calm and approachable manner, ensuring clients feel informed and supported throughout every stage of their case.

What Nicole Donnelly Does

Nicole advises clients on a wide range of family law matters, including:

• Divorce and separation
• Financial provision on separation and divorce
• Cohabitation disputes
• Child contact arrangements
• Child residence disputes
• Child relocation cases
• Guardianship applications for adults lacking capacity
• Family law negotiations and court proceedings

She works closely with clients to explain their legal rights and available options, helping them make informed decisions while pursuing practical solutions tailored to their individual circumstances.

Why She Stands Out

Nicole is recognised for her supportive and approachable style. She understands that family law matters are often emotionally demanding and takes the time to listen carefully to each client’s concerns before developing a strategy designed to achieve the best possible outcome.

Whether resolving disputes through negotiation or representing clients in court when necessary, she remains focused on achieving fair, constructive and cost-effective solutions.

Broad Legal Experience

Nicole began her career at Jones Whyte within the firm’s Bereavement department, specialising in the administration of Family Protection Trusts before commencing her legal traineeship. She later gained further experience within the Trust Death team before moving into Family Law, where she completed her traineeship and qualified as a Solicitor in 2025.

This diverse background provides valuable insight into the financial and personal issues that often arise alongside family disputes, allowing her to offer well-rounded legal advice to her clients.

Academic Background

Nicole graduated with an LLB (Hons) in Scots Law from the University of Glasgow before completing her Diploma in Professional Legal Practice at the University of Dundee. Her strong academic foundation, combined with practical experience across several areas of private client work, has enabled her to develop into a trusted family law solicitor.