With over 30 years' family law experience, Harriet is well-regarded for negotiating complex financial matters, including those involving inherited assets, family partnerships/businesses and farms. Living in the heart of the farming community of North Yorkshire she has first-hand knowledge of rural life and business.

She is adept at resolving difficult child contact disputes, citing one of her notable professional achievements as helping and supporting her client to get a “live with” order where there had been restricted contact. 

As a family solicitor, Harriet often first meets people during a crisis, advising and assisting clients who are dealing with the fallout of a relationship breakdown. With an approachable manner, Harriet is renowned for offering straightforward counsel. She recommends that those seeking her advice prepare their paperwork carefully and respond quickly to information requests, which ensures time efficiency and keeps costs down.

Harriet is ranked in the Chambers & Partners UK 2025 guide, and she is also ranked a Leading Partner in Family Law by the Legal 500 2025 Edition. 

Legal 500 notes: 

"Harriet Reid is outstanding. She is bright, energetic and enthusiastic. She runs her cases with verve and intelligence and is always on the lookout for imaginative solutions."

Outside of work, Harriet enjoys walking her dogs in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside, spending time with family and playing tennis.