Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Cumbria
Established in the 1700s, Brockbanks Solicitors has built a reputation as Cumbria's largest and most respected legal practice. Our firm combines generational expertise with modern legal acumen, offering specialist support across family law, property transactions, commercial litigation, and private client services. With five strategically located offices in Whitehaven, Carlisle, Keswick, Cockermouth, and Workington, we provide accessible legal counsel tailored to both individual and business needs.Our team of accredited solicitors prioritises timely, empathetic advice, having consistently delivered successful outcomes for clients facing complex legal challenges. Recognised for excellence in consumer, commercial, and family law, we maintain full transparency through detailed documentation and proactive client communication, ensuring clarity during critical decision-making processes.
Services
Family Law
Property Transactions
Commercial Litigation
Wills & Probate
Employment Law
Criminal Defence
LGBT Legal Services
Nuptial Agreements
Landlord Advice
Conveyancing
Highlights and features
- We have over 300 years of combined legal expertise in Cumbria
- Our specialist team includes SRA-accredited solicitors in all major practice areas
- Proven track record in complex family law and commercial litigation cases
- Offering same-day consultations across five accessible Cumbrian locations
- Maintain full transparency with documented complaints procedures and regulatory compliance
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Legal Ombudsman
What people say
Exceptional professionalism
Timely completions
Patient explanations
Skilled negotiators
Local expertise
Services
Family Law
Specialist family law solicitors handle divorce proceedings, child arrangements, and cohabitation agreements with sensitivity. Our team provides clear guidance on financial settlements and parental responsibilities, ensuring clients understand their rights throughout the process. With dedicated LGBT family law support, we help modern families navigate complex legal frameworks.
Property Transactions
Comprehensive property law services cover residential and commercial transactions. We manage leasehold and freehold purchases, remortgaging, and probate property sales. Our solicitors handle title investigations, contract negotiations, and completion processes, ensuring smooth transfers while protecting client interests throughout Cumbria's property market.
Commercial Litigation
Experienced commercial litigation team resolves business conflicts including contract disputes, debt recovery, and partnership disagreements. We provide strategic advice on risk mitigation and dispute resolution, representing clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings. Our focus is protecting commercial interests while maintaining business relationships where possible.
Wills & Probate
Specialist private client solicitors assist with will writing, lasting powers of attorney, and probate administration. We create tailored estate plans considering inheritance tax implications, while our probate team manages estate administration following bereavement. Services include trust creation and Court of Protection applications for vulnerable clients.
Criminal Defence
Dedicated criminal defence solicitors represent clients at magistrates' and crown courts. We provide immediate support for police station interviews, bail applications, and trial preparation. Our team handles motoring offences, regulatory breaches, and serious criminal allegations, ensuring clients understand their rights and potential outcomes throughout the legal process.
People
Gaynor Wragg
Senior Solicitor
Specialising in family law with over 20 years' experience handling complex divorces and child arrangement cases across Cumbria.
Debbie Chambers
Solicitor
Residential property expert known for efficient conveyancing processes and clear communication during property transactions.
Diana Smalley
Director, Senior Solicitor
Leading conveyancing specialist managing high-volume property transactions while maintaining personal client oversight.
Ceri J Bevan
Head of Residential Property
Property law authority overseeing all residential conveyancing matters with particular expertise in leasehold complexities.
Louise Holt
Solicitor
Family law practitioner specialising in modern family arrangements and nuptial agreement drafting.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in family law, property transactions, commercial litigation, Wills & probate, and criminal defence across Cumbria.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide home visits for clients who cannot attend our offices in Whitehaven, Carlisle, or Keswick.
How quickly can I get legal advice?
We offer same-day consultations and urgent case prioritisation for time-sensitive legal matters.
Are your conveyancing fees competitive?
Our conveyancing fees are market-competitive with transparent pricing structures and no hidden costs.
Can you handle complex commercial disputes?
Our commercial litigation team manages complex business disputes with strategic legal solutions and risk mitigation.
Do you support LGBT clients?
Yes, we provide specialist LGBT family law services including cohabitation agreements and modern family planning.
Reviews (3)
Anita Craggs
May 29, 2021
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Ceri bevan and her team were extremely helpful and went the extra mile to resolve difficult issues we faced them with. Covid 19 must have proved difficult for the team, at times, but none of this seemed to phase them. We have used Brockbanks since the early 2000s and been extremely satisfied with their professional attitude. We will have no hesitation in using their services in the near future or recommending them to friends. Barry & Anita Craggs
Dr. Jack Caddy
Mar 15, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism, Responsiveness Painfully slow and unresponsive, expected better. Dragging their feet is an understatement, very high fees to top it off! AVOID
Zoltan Fabian
Jan 21, 2020
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D. Smalley: Extreme slow service. Not even reactive. Had to walk in if I needed some progress. G. Hall: Misinterpreted my questions on purpose, not answering them. Won't lower himself to do that. AVOID!
