Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors (Nicholson Portnell) is a distinguished law firm based in Hexham, Northumberland, specializing in a comprehensive range of personal and business legal services. Formed through the strategic acquisition of Nicholson Portnell in Spring 2024, the firm combines deep local expertise with a client-focused approach, offering specialist legal support to individuals and businesses across the Tyne Valley and beyond.
The firm is committed to delivering clear, accessible, and professional legal advice, with teams dedicated to both personal and commercial matters. Their services are tailored to meet the needs of diverse clients, including individuals, family businesses, agricultural enterprises, and sectors such as hospitality and leisure. With a strong emphasis on practical solutions and personalized support, Cartmell Shepherd provides end-to-end legal guidance, from dispute resolution and employment law to property and succession planning.
Services Offered
- Conveyancing
- Divorce Law
- Employment Law for Employees
- Employment Law for Employers
- Family Law
- Mediation Service
- Personal Injury Law
- Wills, Probate and Inheritance
- Personal Dispute Resolution
- Personal Debt Recovery
- Company and Commercial Law
- Agricultural and Agri-Business Law
- Business Dispute Resolution
- Commercial Property
- Family Business Law
- Hospitality, Food and Leisure Law
- Business Debt Recovery
- Starting a Business
- HR Support Services
- GDPR/Data Protection
- Legal Health Check for Businesses
- Auction Packs
Operating from its central Hexham location, the firm serves clients throughout Northumberland and the wider region, maintaining high standards of professionalism regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Their team includes experienced solicitors, paralegals, and directors who bring specialized knowledge in areas such as agricultural law, commercial disputes, and personal legal matters.
