How Family Courts in Cumbria operate is about to change. Hannah Smith, a Children Panel-accredited Solicitor and Partner at Bendles Solicitors, explains how important it is to have a solicitor by your side to offer practical support and understanding during an often difficult time. When parents choose to separate, there can be some very difficult
After more than three decades with Bendles, colleagues and friends came together at Tullie in Carlisle recently to mark Alison Bone’s retirement. A Partner specialising in Family Law, Alison has been a highly respected member of the Bendles team throughout her career, supporting countless clients through some of life’s most important and challenging moments. Her
From marriage and divorce to growing families and changing assets, a lot can happen after a will is signed. Katie Brown, a trainee solicitor at Bendles Solicitors, explains how regular reviews can help ensure your will continues to reflect your wishes Many people make a will and assume the job is done. However, major life
Bendles’ managing partner John Stevenson explains how the law firm’s recent growth has strengthened its expertise and local presence available to clients. Bendles Solicitors has been serving individuals, families and businesses across Cumbria for more than 200 years. While we’re proud of that history, one of the reasons the firm has continued to thrive is
Congratulation to Adam Khan from Carlisle who is the winner of this year’s Bendles Dissertation Award. Adam recently graduated from the University of Cumbria and leaves with the prize, given annually by the university to the law student with the highest-marked dissertation module. Adam, 25, received the award at the Carlisle headquarters of Bendles Solicitors
There have been many recent changes to various taxes, with more likely. Natalie Henderson, a private client solicitor at Bendles Solicitors, explains that planning ahead and taking expert advice can help to protect your assets Andy Burnham is the UK’s fifth Prime Minister in the last four years. Living through a period of such political
We are pleased to announce that Bendles will acquire Cumbrian law firm Atkinson Ritson as of September 1, 2026, bringing together two well-respected legal practices operating throughout the county. The deal strengthens the services both long-established law firms provide to their growing client bases, and it continues Bendles’ ongoing development by adding real expertise and
Too many people skip making a Will – or try to do it themselves. Megan Graham, partner at Bendles Solicitors and part of the private client team, warns it can leave those we care about facing unnecessary stress and complications. Everyone should have a Will so that they can appoint executors. They’re the people who
Conditions like dementia can mean we’re no longer able to make decisions. But a lasting power of attorney (LPA) means our voice can go on being heard. Mariya Dimitrova, an associate solicitor in the private client department at Bendles Solicitors, explains why we should have LPAs We might not like to think about it. But
Bendles Solicitors has strengthened its senior team with the promotion of three solicitors to associate positions. The move follows the firm’s recent merger with Gaynham King & Mellor (GK&M) and reflects its continued investment in its team. Kali Snowdon and Mariya Dimitrova, both based at Bendles’ Carlisle office, and Laura Goode, who works from GK&M’s