Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ulverston
Livingstons Solicitors are a long-established local law firm serving the South Lakes and Furness area. Founded with a commitment to providing a friendly and efficient service at reasonable costs, we offer comprehensive legal advice to individuals and businesses. Our five specialist departmentsProperty, Private Client, Litigation, Employment/Commercial, and Familyensure top-quality service with deep expertise. With offices in Ulverston and Dalton, we serve the South Lakes, Furness, and Barrow areas, maintaining a 96% client satisfaction rate based on 2024 feedback.We pioneered fixed-fee structures in family, private client, and conveyancing cases, ensuring transparency and no hidden costs. Our team includes specialists in commercial property, agricultural law, and employment disputes, supported by a free initial consultation for most legal matters. Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we combine local knowledge with national standards to deliver trusted legal solutions.
Services
Property Law
Family Law
Wills & Probate
Employment Law
Commercial Law
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 96% of clients rate our service as 'excellent' (2024 data).
- Pioneers of fixed-fee structures in family and conveyancing cases.
- Free initial consultations for most legal matters.
- Specialist teams in property, family, and commercial law.
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional standards.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Fast turnaround
No hidden charges
Quality advice
Exemplary communication
Professional and knowledgeable
Services
Property Law
We handle residential and commercial property transactions, including sales, purchases, remortgages, and lease renewals. Our team provides fast turnaround times and fixed fees, ensuring transparency. Clients benefit from local expertise in the South Lakes and Furness areas.
Family Law
Specialising in divorce, financial settlements, and child arrangements, we offer fixed-fee services and free initial consultations. Our approach prioritises negotiation but includes robust court representation when needed. We serve clients across Cumbria with empathy and clarity.
Wills & Probate
We draft wills, lasting powers of attorney, and manage probate processes. Fixed fees and free storage ensure accessibility. Our focus is on inheritance tax planning and avoiding disputes, with expertise in complex estates and trusts.
Employment Law
Advising employers and employees on disputes, contracts, and tribunal representation, we offer flexible pricing, including conditional fee arrangements. Our team provides tailored guidance on redundancy, discrimination, and settlement agreements in South Cumbria.
Commercial Law
We support businesses with contracts, company formation, and dispute resolution. Services include drafting shareholder agreements, advising on mergers, and compliance with employment laws. Fixed fees and free initial consultations ensure cost predictability for growing firms.
People
Steve Walker
Managing Director
Steve leads our employment and commercial law teams, combining over 20 years of experience. He specialises in dispute resolution and business sales, ensuring practical solutions for clients in Cumbria and beyond.
Kim Chambers
Director
Kim heads the property department, managing commercial and residential transactions. With expertise in agricultural law and development projects, she delivers strategic advice tailored to client needs across the South Lakes.
Sharon Ritchie
Family Law Specialist
Sharon focuses on family disputes, including divorce and child arrangements. She advocates for amicable resolutions while providing clear guidance on financial settlements and custody matters in Cumbria.
Sarah Robinson
Director
Sarah specialises in wills, probate, and elderly care law. Her compassionate approach ensures clients receive tailored advice on inheritance tax planning and lasting powers of attorney.
Steven Ladhams
Solicitor
Steven advises on family and employment law, with a focus on mediation and tribunal representation. He combines legal expertise with a client-centric approach to resolve disputes efficiently.
Questions
What areas do Livingstons Solicitors Solicitors cover?
We serve the South Lakes, Furness, and Barrow areas from offices in Ulverston and Dalton, with clients across Cumbria.
Do you offer fixed-fee services?
Yes, we provide fixed fees for family law, conveyancing, wills, and probate to ensure transparency and no hidden costs.
Can I get a free initial consultation?
Yes, we offer a free 30-minute consultation for most legal matters, excluding property transactions.
How do you handle inheritance tax planning?
We advise on trusts, lifetime gifts, and will structures to minimise inheritance tax liabilities, tailored to your estate's value.
Are you regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional legal standards.
