We want to find the brightest homegrown talent to join our ranks! Bendles has served the county’s community for over 200 years, and we’re on the look out for the next generation of solicitors – and there is more than one route into the profession. Here, trainee solicitor Ewan Ivison explains how Bendles has supported
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What is Parental responsibility? “All the rights, duties, powers, responsibilities and authority which by law a parent of a child has in relation to the child and his property.” Section 3 the Children Act 1989. Parental responsibility is the rights, duties and powers given to a parent or guardian which legally allows them to care
LEGAL SECRETARY – Full-time We currently have a vacancy for a legal secretary in the Wigton Office to join the Conveyancing team. The position is Full time, 35 hours per week, Monday –Friday You will preferably have experience working in the legal sector and be able to provide comprehensive support whilst undertaking a busy and
When faced with divorce, it is possible to handle these proceedings without a solicitor. However, instructing a solicitor ensures the process runs smoothly in an already difficult and emotionally challenging time. It can reduce the stress of navigating through overwhelming and complex legal issues whilst giving you the reassurance that it is done correctly to
We are delighted to announce the appointment of two female partners, Hannah Smith and Megan Graham, with effect from the 1 April 2025. Hannah and Megan’s appointments will result in six out of the firm’s eight partner positions being held by a woman: well above the national average for UK law firms, with less than
What is a will? A will is a formal legal document that outlines how an individual’s assets should be distributed after their death. It can also include specific instructions for the care of dependents, such as children or pets and may establish trusts to provide financial security for loved ones or safeguard assets for future
2024 was a year of changes. One you may not have noticed was the changes to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). Currently, properties with a purchase price of £250,000 or less attract a 0% rate of SDLT, provided you do not own an additional property. First time buyers also enjoy their own relief on SDLT,
If you’re considering applying or would like to apply for a training contract at Bendles, read on to discover how one of our current trainee solicitors, Katie, is finding the process as well as receiving some words of advice from Jack, a newly qualified solicitor… Meet Katie Brown, Trainee Solicitor Katie Brown joined the Bendles
Hannah Smith, an associate solicitor in Bendles’ family law team has secured Children Law accreditation (formerly Children Panel) from the Law Society. Hannah joined Bendles as a trainee solicitor in 2017 and has subsequently developed a level of expertise and passion for Family Law which led to her promotion to Associate of the firm in
Did you know that Bendles Solicitors now has three offices across Cumbria? Our newest office in Whitehaven is helping us to reach and support more people than ever. Located on Lowther Street in the town centre, Bendles’ Whitehaven office (formally Bleasdale & Co Solicitors) enables us to offer our services further into West Cumbria. The