Business Details
Hart Jackson & Sons in Ulverston
Hart Jackson & Sons has served the legal needs of communities since 1858, maintaining a legacy of five generations of family expertise. Our firm specialises in conveyancing, family law, general litigation, and personal injury cases, delivering tailored solutions with professional integrity. With deep roots in Ulverston, we combine local knowledge with comprehensive legal acumen to address both traditional and emerging client requirements. Our solicitors are fully qualified and experienced in guiding clients through complex transactions and disputes with clarity and competence.We prioritise accessibility through free initial consultations and flexible funding options including no-win/no-fee arrangements. The firm's enduring reputation, built through 165 years of continuous service, reflects our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of legal practice and client care. Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we ensure all work adheres to strict professional standards while maintaining transparent communication throughout every case.
Services
Conveyancing
Family Law
General Litigation
Personal Injury
Wills & Probate
Highlights and features
- We have 165 years of continuous legal practice in Ulverston
- Our solicitors specialise in complex property and family law cases
- Free initial consultations for all new clients
- No-win/no-fee options available for eligible cases
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number 50798)
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Excellent service
Knowledgeable solicitors
Successful conclusion
Professional yet discreet
Helpful and professional
Services
Conveyancing
We handle residential and commercial property transactions across England and Wales with qualified solicitors guiding clients through purchases, sales, and lease agreements. Our service includes fraud prevention measures, mortgage advice, and agricultural land transactions while maintaining transparent communication throughout the process. Clients benefit from our expertise in resolving complex property matters efficiently and cost-effectively.
Family Law
Specialising in divorce proceedings, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements, our solicitors provide sensitive yet effective representation. We handle pre-nuptial agreements, civil partnerships, and cohabitation disputes with discretion, focusing on achieving practical solutions through court proceedings or alternative dispute resolution methods tailored to each client's circumstances.
General Litigation
Our litigation team manages commercial disputes, debt recovery, and property conflicts with strategic approaches to dispute resolution. We offer funding options including no-win/no-fee agreements and utilise legal expenses insurance where appropriate. The practice covers contract disputes, professional negligence claims, and landlord-tenant conflicts across Cumbria and surrounding areas.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, and medical negligence cases with a focus on maximising compensation. Our service excludes third-party referrals to maintain independence while offering no-win/no-fee arrangements. Cases include industrial disease claims, fatal accidents, and holiday injury compensation across domestic and international jurisdictions.
Wills & Probate
The firm provides comprehensive will drafting, lasting powers of attorney, and probate administration services. We specialise in inheritance tax planning, guardianship arrangements, and court of protection applications. Our probate team assists with estate administration, funeral arrangements, and tax return preparation during difficult bereavement periods.
People
Stephen Hart Jackson
Founder
Established the firm in 1858, creating a legal practice that would continue through five generations of the Hart Jackson family while maintaining traditional values alongside modern legal standards.
Rowland Hart Jackson
Former Senior Partner
Led the firm until 2019, continuing the family tradition of legal excellence while overseeing the transition to the next generation of solicitors in Ulverston.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, family law, general litigation, personal injury claims, and wills/probate matters across Cumbria and England & Wales.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free half-hour consultations to help determine the most appropriate and cost-effective way we can assist with your legal requirements.
Can you handle property transactions outside Cumbria?
Our conveyancing services cover residential, agricultural, and commercial properties throughout England and Wales, not limited to the Cumbria region.
What funding options are available for litigation?
We offer no-win/no-fee agreements where appropriate and can utilise existing legal expenses insurance policies to fund general litigation work.
How do you handle personal injury claims?
We manage road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, and medical negligence cases without accepting third-party referrals, maintaining independence while offering no-win/no-fee arrangements.
Are your services regulated by legal authorities?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority of England and Wales with registered number 50798.
