Business Details
Expert Legal Services in Cumbria
Brockbanks Solicitors have dedicated decades to providing client-focused legal services across Cumbria. Voted first for consumer, commercial, and family law expertise in Whitehaven and surrounding areas, we combine a rich heritage with modern legal practices. Our specialist team offers support in property law, family law, private client services, criminal law, and business legal matters. With five offices in West and North Cumbria, including Whitehaven, Carlisle, and Keswick, we prioritise accessibility and client comfort.Our approachable solicitors handle complex cases with empathy, from property transactions and relationship breakdowns to commercial disputes and employment law. We pride ourselves on timely advice, clear communication, and a commitment to resolving legal challenges efficiently. As Cumbria's largest and most highly rated practice, we blend generational expertise with proactive problem-solving to deliver tailored legal solutions.
Services
Property Law
Family Law
Private Client Services
Criminal Law
Business Legal Services
Wills and Probate
Commercial Litigation
Employment Law
Nuptial Law
LGBT Legal Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 250 years of combined legal expertise across Cumbria
- Our specialist team includes dedicated solicitors for each legal discipline
- Cumbria's largest and most highly rated legal practice
- We provide timely advice with proactive resolution strategies
- Our offices in Whitehaven, Carlisle, and Keswick ensure local accessibility
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Professional team
Timely manner
Calm and professional
Excellent service
Helped difficult time
Services
Property Law
Our property law services cover residential and commercial transactions, including leasehold and freehold purchases, sales, and remortgaging. Specialist solicitors handle complex property disputes and landlord advice. With decades of experience in Cumbrian property markets, we ensure smooth transactions and legal compliance for all property matters.
Family Law
We provide compassionate legal support for divorce, separation agreements, child arrangements, and cohabitation disputes. Our solicitors specialise in both married and unmarried couple matters, including LGBT family law. With offices across Cumbria, we prioritise amicable resolutions while protecting client interests.
Business Legal Services
From company formation to commercial litigation, our business law team advises SMEs and large corporations. Services include contract drafting, employment law, commercial property transactions, and dispute resolution. We offer practical legal solutions tailored to Cumbrian businesses' operational needs.
Private Client Services
Our private client services cover will writing, lasting powers of attorney, and probate administration. Specialist solicitors help clients plan for future mental capacity issues and manage estate administration following bereavement. We provide clear guidance through complex legal processes with sensitivity.
Criminal Law
We offer expert representation in magistrates' and crown courts for criminal defence cases. Our solicitors provide immediate support through police station attendances and court proceedings. With experience in motoring offences and serious criminal allegations, we protect client rights throughout the legal process.
People
Gaynor Wragg
Senior Solicitor
Specialising in family law with over 20 years' experience handling complex relationship breakdowns and child arrangement cases across Cumbria.
Debbie Chambers
Solicitor
Residential property expert managing conveyancing transactions and resolving property disputes for individuals and landlords in Whitehaven.
Diana Smalley
Director, Senior Solicitor
Leading private client services with expertise in will writing, probate, and lasting powers of attorney for Cumbrian residents.
Graham Pratley
Consultant Solicitor
Commercial law specialist advising businesses on contracts, employment law, and dispute resolution across Cumbria's business community.
Emma Williams
Senior Solicitor
Criminal defence solicitor representing clients in magistrates' and crown courts throughout West Cumbria and the Lake District.
Questions
What areas of law do Brockbanks Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in property law, family law, private client services, criminal defence, and business legal matters across Cumbria.
Do you offer home visits for legal consultations?
Yes, we can arrange home visits for clients who prefer to discuss matters in their own surroundings across Cumbria.
How quickly can I get an appointment with a solicitor?
We prioritise urgent cases and typically offer appointments within 24-48 hours at our Whitehaven, Carlisle, or Keswick offices.
Are your conveyancing fees competitive?
Our conveyancing fees are market-competitive with transparent pricing structures for residential and commercial property transactions.
Can you help with commercial disputes?
Yes, our commercial litigation team handles business disputes, contract issues, and employment law matters for Cumbrian companies.
Do you provide legal aid services?
We offer legal aid for eligible clients in specific family law and criminal defence cases - please contact us for eligibility assessment.
Reviews (3)
Dr. Jack Caddy
Mar 15, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Painfully slow and unresponsive, expected better. Dragging their feet is an understatement, very high fees to top it off! AVOID
Painfully slow and unresponsive, expected better. Dragging their feet is an understatement, very high fees to top it off! AVOID
Anita Craggs
Feb 02, 2021
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Ceri bevan and her team were extremely helpful and went the extra mile to resolve difficult issues we faced them with. Covid 19 must have proved difficult for the team, at times, but none of this seemed to phase them. We have used Brockbanks since the early 2000s and been extremely satisfied with their professional attitude. We will have no hesitation in using their services in the near future or recommending them to friends.
Barry & Anita Craggs
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Zoltan Fabian
Jul 24, 2019
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D. Smalley: Extreme slow service. Not even reactive. Had to walk in if I needed some progress.
G. Hall: Misinterpreted my questions on purpose, not answering them. Won't lower himself to do that.
AVOID!!!
G. Hall: Misinterpreted my questions on purpose, not answering them. Won't lower himself to do that.
AVOID!!!
