5 Top Tips from our HR Manager for Law Firm Interviews
March 6th 2025On national careers week we’re sharing 5 Top Tips from our HR Manager Lindsay Berry for Law Firm Interviews Job interviews at law firms can be competitive, but with the right preparation, you can make a lasting impression. Here are five key tips from our HR manager to help you succeed: 1. Know the Firm Inside Out Research the firm’s practice areas, recent cases, and core values. Understand their culture.…
Celebrating Women in Law: Honouring Our Female Leaders on International Women’s Day
March 4th 2025At Cartmell Shepherd, we are proud to celebrate International Women’s Day by recognising the outstanding achievements of our female leaders. Law has long been a male-dominated profession, but times are changing and more women than ever are entering the legal sector. However, while progress has been made, women remain underrepresented at senior levels across the profession. At our firm, we are committed to breaking down barriers and championing gender equality…
Will written on food box found valid
February 27th 2025A High Court judge has recently ruled that an unorthodox Will written on food packaging – specifically a frozen fish packet and mince pie box – valid and can be submitted for probate. Elisabeth Chattin, Paralegal working with our Wills, Probate & Inheritance team, reports on this recent case. Shortly before his death in 2021, Malcolm Chenery wrote his final wishes on the back of a Young’s frozen fish packet…
Family Court’s divorce settlement emphasises wife’s role in childcare
February 18th 2025A Family Court judge has finalised a divorce settlement that highlights the importance of the wife’s role as the primary carer for the couple’s nine-year-old twin sons. Nina Bernard, Graduate Solicitor Apprentice in our Family Law team reports on this recent case. District Judge Hatvany ruled that the 58-year-old wife would receive a larger share of the couple’s assets to meet the needs of the children who live with her.…
DPD driver awarded £20k after colleagues gossiped about him
February 12th 2025A DPD driver has been awarded £20,000 compensation after his employer breached his confidentiality, leading to colleagues gossiping about his flexible working arrangements. Joanne Stronach Director and Head of Employment reports on this recent case. Mr Courtney Rawlins, who worked as a delivery driver, won his claim for harassment related to sex after the Employment Tribunal ruled that DPD Group UK Limited had violated his dignity and created a hostile environment.…
Positive Trends in SME Valuations Highlight Opportunities in the UK M&A Market
February 6th 2025As a proud member of the UK200Group, we are delighted to share insights from the latest 2024 SME Valuation Index which reveal encouraging news for businesses exploring sales or acquisitions, with significant opportunities emerging in the UK mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape. Compiled by MarktoMarket with contributions from UK200Group members, this year’s Index paints a picture of growing confidence and stability in SME valuations. Key Takeaways from the 2024 SME…
Should your right to renew business tenancies be changed?
February 3rd 2025Businesses are being asked if they think the law relating to the right to renew business tenancies should be changed. Stephanie Johnson, Senior Associate Solicitor, provides an update. The Law Commission has published a consultation paper considering how the right to renew business tenancies, set out in Part 2 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (and which is called “security of tenure”), is working and whether it meets the…
Anglian Water found liable for harassing disabled employee
January 31st 2025A disabled employee has won her claim of harassment against Anglian Water after being contacted multiple times while recovering from major surgery. Jennifer Cafferky Associate Solicitor in our employment team, reports on this recent case. Miss Crette Berry, who worked as a contact centre agent, said the company failed to respect her recovery period following a hysterectomy in December 2022. Her broader claims about reasonable adjustments and discrimination were dismissed, but…
Celebrating Local History
January 28th 2025Did you know? Cartmell Shepherd has a unique link to Poet William Wordsworth?! We are thrilled to share a fascinating piece of local history brought to life by Mark S. Popple, a passionate local historian and genealogist. Mark’s incredible research uncovers the rich history of Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors, tracing its origins back to the 19th century and its connection to the people of Penrith. From the firm’s early days to…
Preservation of Original Wills in England and Wales
January 27th 2025The UK government has decided to retain original paper Wills indefinitely, following a public consultation. Previously, there was a proposal to scan and destroy older Wills after 10-12 years to cut costs. However, this faced strong opposition due to concerns about scanning errors, durability, security, and authenticity. Leading historians described the plan as ‘sheer vandalism’. Thanisha Sharma, Paralegal, provides an update. The Ministry of Justice has now decided against any…
