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Tom is a Trainee Solicitor working in our Agriculture department, based in our Rosehill office. About Tom Tom grew up in Carlisle and studied law at Northumbria University before completing the LPC at the University of Law. Tom secured his training contract with Cartmell Shepherd in 2024 and joined the firm in 2026. Outside of work, Tom enjoys fell walking, skiing, running, and watching history documentaries. He has also volunteered…

Abbie Heywood is a Trainee Solicitor based in our Rosehill office About Abbie Abbie was born in Seaton and has lived there her whole life. In her spare time Abbie enjoys spending time in the Lake District swimming and paddle boarding. She also like reading and spending time with friends. Abbie recently ran the Great North Run and raised over £1500 for Eden Valley Hospice.

Freya is an apprentice Solicitor in our Dispute Resolution Team About Freya Freya was born in Whitehaven and has now lived in Cockermouth for over 10 years. In her spare time Freya enjoys keeping active by attending the gym, and spending time in The Lake District. Freya also enjoys reading and baking.

Marie is a trainee conveyancer working from our Rosehill Office.

Ashley joined the firm as office junior and worked her way up to conveyancing secretary. Ashley qualified as a paralegal in 2017 after study and completing a Law Society approved course in residential conveyancing law. Ashley also hails from a local farming family. Lambing is her favourite farming season. About Ashley Outside of work, Ashley enjoys DIY projects and spending time with family and friends.

Josie is a Trainee Solicitor working in our Dispute Resolution team, based at Viaduct House. About Josie Josie has recently completed her LPC at The University of Law. In her spare time Josie enjoys running with friends, hockey, riding and reading.

Lewis is a Trainee Solicitor working in our Business Services team, based at Viaduct House. About Lewis In his spare time Lewis is a regular at the gym. He also enjoys reading both philosophy and fiction books, and is currently learning German. Lewis was also part of the team that collectively climbed all 214 Wainwrights in 24 hours with the Carlisle Trailblazers which raised over £20,000 for Charities across Cumbria.…

Nina is a Graduate Solicitor Apprentice working within our Family team, based at at Viaduct House and West Cumbria office. About Nina

Carolina is a Trainee Solicitor working in our Wills, Probate & Inheritance team, based at our Brampton office. About Carolina Carolina is currently studying with the University of Law and is due to graduate in September 2026. In her spare time Carolina enjoys climbing and running, and often does these to raise money for charities.

Joseph is an Apprentice Trainee Solicitor working in our Dispute Resolution department. Joseph qualified from Lancaster University with a First Class Honours in Law (Clinical Learning) LLB Hons. Upon graduation, Joseph achieved a Law School certificate for the LLB Hons Law (Clinical Learning) top final year student in the academic year 2022-23. About Joseph In his spare time Joseph likes to attend and watch live sporting events. He has a…