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
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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
Everyone has an accident at some time, but you will only be able to bring a claim for any injury that you suffered if the accident was caused by someone’s negligence. The concept of negligence arose from the legal case of Donoghue v Stevenson in 1932 when Mrs Donoghue drank from a bottle of ginger
Liam Mulholland, a Trainee Solicitor, considers the Government’s announced plans to move towards digital ID verification and why this could prove problematic for some… “The dream of a totally paperless office may still be a few years away yet, though when it comes to our personal lives it appears we are winning the race. With
Lockdown has been the final straw for many struggling relationships but our Family Specialist, Elanor Findlay, explains that there are some important considerations to make before you or your partner decide to go your separate ways… “It is September already! Lockdown restrictions have eased, the summer holidays are behind us and the school year has