Give to Gain: Supporting Women to Thrive at Cartmells
March 9th 2026On International Women’s Day, Managing Director Joanne Stronach reflects on the barriers facing women in the legal industry and how Cartmell Shepherd ensures women across the firm feel supported, valued and able to thrive. It’s been fantastic to see so many businesses showing their support for International Women’s Day again this year, with some wonderful events happening locally championing women in business. I had the pleasure of joining a panel…
Local lawyers help steer Oak Tree Animals’ Charity into new era
March 5th 2026Two local lawyers are helping shape the future of animal welfare in Cumbria as volunteer trustees at Oak Tree Animals’ Charity. Rob Winder and Rebecca Armstrong are both Senior Associates at Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors, leading the firm’s Property Litigation and Will and Inheritance Disputes teams respectively. Both animal lovers, Rob and Rebecca jumped at the opportunity to become trustees at Oak Tree, with Rebecca joining two years ago and Rob…
Cartmell Shepherd Wrapped 2025
December 19th 2025Managing Director Joanne Stronach reflects on a successful 2025 at Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors Like many businesses, the run up to Christmas at Cartmell Shepherd is a busy time, as our teams work to meet deadlines and plan for the year ahead. Amidst the Christmas rush, it’s easy to forget to pause and reflect on progress made over the past year, so in this article, I’d like to do just that.…
Cartmell Shepherd supports Hexham Tennis Club’s padel court success
December 8th 2025Deemed “the fastest growing sport in Britain” by the Lawn Tennis Association, padel tennis is experiencing a rapid surge in popularity. Figures show that participation more than tripled last year, with new courts springing up across the country. Hexham Tennis Club was among the first in the Northeast to embrace the trend, opening its own padel court supported by Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors. One year on and the court has been…
Walking with Hope: Sister Carries Baton of Hope in Memory of Beloved Brother Gav
September 2nd 2025Terri Hope, Marketing Manager at Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors has been chosen as one of 57 individuals to carry the Baton of Hope during the Cumbrian leg of the 2025 national tour. “It’s an incredible honour to carry the Baton of Hope through my hometown of Penrith,” said Terri. “I’ll be walking in memory of my brother, Gav Hope, who we lost to suicide in May last year. Gav’s loss shattered…
Cartmells Run Club picks up the pace
June 24th 2025Here at Cartmell Shepherd, supporting staff wellbeing is a key part of what we do. Colleagues have access to a range of resources and advice, designed to help them prioritise their mental and physical health … and now, thanks to Carolina Brianezi Melchior, a Trainee Solicitor in our Wills, Probate and Inheritance team, there’s a new way to get moving – the Cartmells Run Club! Carolina came up with the…
Cartmell Shepherd Steps Up for St Oswald’s Big Hike 2025
May 19th 2025We’re proud to share that four members of the Cartmell Shepherd team from our Hexham office, Jennifer Robinson, Alan Douglas, Emma Burns (along with her son), and Ashley Shepard, will be taking on The Big Hike 2025, a charity challenge in support of St Oswald’s Hospice. The Big Hike is more than just a walk along the stunning Hadrian’s Wall trail, it’s an opportunity to give back to a local…
Chamber hosts first International Men’s Day event
November 20th 2024Businesses from across the Chamber network gathered today at Carlisle Rugby Club for an event celebrating International Men’s Day. The event, themed ‘Supporting Men at Work’, focused on key issues such as mental health, wellbeing, addiction, and overcoming adversity. The day began with an inspiring presentation from Gary Martin and JP Ward, facilitators at Andy’s Man Club’s Carlisle group. They shared the origins of Andy’s Man Club, which organises weekly…
Fellow Directors and friends run in memory of late colleague Zoe Calway to raise funds for Eden Valley Hospice
August 13th 2024In honour of our much loved late Director and colleague Zoe Calway, who sadly passed following a short illness, Peter Stafford and Mark Jackson are participating in the Great Cumbrian Run to raise vital funds for Eden Valley Hospice. Taking place on Sunday 6th October 2024, the pair will run the half marathon together in memory of Zoe. If you’d like to donate, you can do so through the following…
Team walk in memory of beloved colleague
August 7th 2024Yesterday, our Penrith team walked in honour of and to remember our beloved colleague and friend, Zoe Calway and to raise funds for Eden Valley Hospice who cared for Zoe. The route took the Penrith team around Derwent Water, Keswick covering just under 12 miles. This was a favourite of Zoe’s. The blue sky shone and the team were certain Zoe had sent them some sunshine … along with a…
