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Award-Winning Legal Services in Cumbria
Cartmell Shepherd are award-winning solicitors with over 200 years of combined experience, providing quality legal services to individuals and businesses across England, Wales, and beyond. Our team prioritises client needs, offering tailored solutions with clear communication and a commitment to achieving objectives. We operate from seven offices in Cumbria and Northumberland while leveraging technology to serve clients nationally.Our collaborative approach ensures consistent service excellence, supported by agile pricing options and a focus on community engagement. Recognised in professional directories, we combine expertise with accessibility through 24-hour enquiry lines and digital communication tools.
Services
Personal Law
Business Law
Conveyancing
Employment Law
Family Law
Mediation
Wills and Probate
Debt Recovery
Dispute Resolution
Personal Injury
Highlights and features
- We have over 200 years of combined legal experience across practice areas
- Our agile pricing options provide transparent, flexible cost solutions
- Seven accessible offices with nationwide service capabilities through technology
- Recognised expertise in Legal 500 and Chambers Guide directories
- 24-hour enquiry line for urgent legal requirements
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme
What people say
Highly professional service
Exceeded requirements
Pleasure to deal with
Clear explanations
Helpful and courteous staff
Services
Personal Law
Comprehensive legal support for personal matters including family law, conveyancing, and employment issues. Our specialist solicitors provide clear guidance through complex legal processes while maintaining client confidentiality. Services cover divorce proceedings, property transactions, and workplace rights protection with empathetic client representation.
Business Law
Tailored legal solutions for commercial enterprises covering contracts, property transactions, and dispute resolution. We advise on GDPR compliance, employment law, and business succession planning with sector-specific expertise in agriculture and hospitality industries.
Conveyancing
Residential and commercial property transaction services accredited under the Conveyancing Quality Scheme. Our team handles purchases, sales, and remortgaging with transparent pricing through online calculators. Specialised support available for first-time buyers and property investors across multiple office locations.
Mediation Services
Alternative dispute resolution through certified mediation services for civil and commercial conflicts. CMC-accredited mediator facilitates negotiated settlements with options for remote online mediation sessions. Process includes pre-mediation document review and post-agreement memorandum preparation.
Employment Law
Specialist advice for employment-related legal matters covering unfair dismissal, discrimination, and contractual disputes. Services include settlement agreement negotiation, grievance representation, and tribunal preparation with dedicated solicitors for employee and employer clients.
People
Joanne Stronach
Managing Director
Leading legal professional with extensive experience in strategic law firm management. Oversees operational excellence across seven offices while maintaining client service standards. Specialises in organisational development and legal service innovation.
Mark Aspin
Head of Dispute Resolution
CMC Associate Mediator with decades of experience in civil and commercial conflict resolution. Specialises in alternative dispute mechanisms and has conducted numerous successful mediations across various industry sectors.
Jennifer Cafferky
Employment Law Solicitor
Specialist employment law practitioner with focus on employee rights protection. Advises on unfair dismissal, discrimination claims, and workplace grievance procedures with proven track record in tribunal representation.
Liz Wilson
Senior Family Law Solicitor
Experienced family law specialist handling divorce proceedings, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements. Provides sensitive guidance through emotionally challenging legal processes with practical solutions orientation.
Mandy Shum
Conveyancing Specialist
CQS-accredited property lawyer managing residential and commercial transactions. Expert in leasehold enfranchisement and new build purchases with particular focus on first-time buyer assistance.
Questions
What areas of law does Cartmell Shepherd specialise in?
We provide comprehensive legal services across personal law (family, conveyancing, employment) and business law (commercial property, dispute resolution, GDPR) with specialist teams in all core areas.
Do you offer nationwide legal services?
While based in Cumbria and Northumberland, our technology-enabled services support clients nationally with remote consultations and document handling.
How can I access urgent legal assistance?
Our 24-hour enquiry line (01228 516 666) provides immediate access to emergency legal support for critical matters.
Are your pricing options transparent?
We offer agile pricing tailored to individual circumstances with full cost transparency through our online conveyancing calculator and pre-agreed fee structures.
How do I choose between office locations?
Seven accessible offices across Cumbria and Northumberland offer local expertise, with disabled access options available at most locations to accommodate client needs.
Reviews (3)
Jonathan Lee
Jun 08, 2021
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I just wanted to say thank you for the excellent service I received from Cartmell Shepherd. Claire Davies was so helpful. Always making herself available at short notice to answer any questions I had. I found her knowledge and expertise and clear, considered, concise advice really reassuring. I would recommend anyone to contact Cartmell Shepherd for expert legal advice. Claire and the team couldn't have been more helpful.
Stephen Swann
Jul 27, 2018
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Very friendly and reliable team of solicitors with specialists across the whole legal spectrum. An absolute pleasure to speak with.
Kate Wilson
May 04, 2017
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Great team of people, who go the extra mile to help you. We bought a bit of land via them and they helped every step of the way. I would definitely recommend them for any of their services - always hear positive feedback, and love the fact they play active role in community.
