Jane Auty is a leading family law specialist and Partner at Thornton Jones Solicitors, bringing over 25 years of dedicated expertise to the practice. Since qualifying as a solicitor in 1997, Jane has focused exclusively on family law, earning a reputation for delivering clear, strategic and robust advice in all areas of matrimonial finance.
She is particularly recognised for her work in complex and high-value financial matters, often involving international aspects, business and corporate interests, farms and agricultural assets, pensions, and trust structures. Jane also has significant experience in advising on pre- and post-nuptial agreements, providing clients with foresight, protection, and confidence at key stages of their personal and financial lives.
As a trained collaborative lawyer since 2006, Jane has long championed non-court solutions, guiding clients through separation and divorce in a constructive, dignified and solution-focused manner. She is committed to minimising conflict, uncertainty and cost, and is an active member of collaborative law groups in Leeds and Wakefield.
Jane is also a proud member of Resolution, aligning with its principles of constructive, respectful and child-focused family law practice.
Outside the legal arena, Jane navigates the emotional rollercoaster of being a Leeds United season ticket holder, enjoys live music, and is a keen swimmer.
