Free Legal Advice Sessions To Be Held At Ulverston’s St Mary’s Hospice
Ulverston residents will have access to free one-to-one legal advice sessions at St Mary’s Hospice for the local community next month.
The sessions are being arranged through a partnership between St Mary’s Hospice and local solicitors Arnold Greenwood, giving members of the public an opportunity to discuss private client legal matters directly with a qualified professional. The service is being offered without charge as part of an initiative designed to provide practical support within the local community.
Appointments will take place on Tuesday, October 6, at the hospice’s premises on Ford Park Crescent in Ulverston. The available sessions will run between 9.30am and 12.30pm, with each appointment lasting 30 minutes to allow attendees dedicated time to discuss their individual questions and circumstances.
Clare Fleming, a senior associate at Arnold Greenwood, will be available throughout the morning to speak with attendees. The advice will cover a range of private client matters, allowing people to raise questions about legal arrangements and seek professional guidance in a confidential setting.
The hospice said places for the sessions are limited, meaning anyone wishing to take advantage of the opportunity will need to arrange an appointment in advance. Bookings must be made directly through St Mary’s Hospice rather than through the solicitors providing the advice.
The initiative is intended to make professional legal guidance more accessible to people who may have questions about important personal and family arrangements. Having the opportunity to speak directly with a solicitor can also help attendees understand the steps involved before deciding how they wish to proceed.
Among the matters that may be discussed are wills, an important legal arrangement that can help people set out how they want their affairs handled. The hospice highlighted this type of planning as an area where people can sometimes feel uncertain about what action they need to take.
Lasting powers of attorney are another example of the legal arrangements that can raise questions for individuals and families. Professional advice can help people understand the purpose of such arrangements and consider the appropriate next steps for their own circumstances.
Ali Alger, legacy manager at St Mary’s Hospice, said the organisation was grateful to Arnold Greenwood for donating its time and expertise to support people in the local community. The partnership provides residents with an opportunity to ask questions and receive advice directly from an experienced legal professional.
Alger also acknowledged that legal matters such as preparing a will or arranging a lasting power of attorney can sometimes appear daunting. The hospice believes the planned appointments can give people a straightforward opportunity to raise concerns, obtain professional guidance and take the next step in a relaxed and confidential environment.
The confidential nature of the appointments means attendees will have dedicated time to discuss their circumstances with the solicitor. With each slot lasting 30 minutes, the format is designed to provide focused conversations rather than a general public information session.
The sessions will be held at St Mary’s Hospice on Ford Park Crescent, providing a local setting for residents seeking advice. Anyone interested in attending should contact the hospice directly to check availability and secure one of the limited appointments before the October event.
The partnership between the hospice and Arnold Greenwood combines community support with professional legal expertise, offering residents an opportunity to address questions that they may otherwise postpone. The organisers are encouraging those who could benefit from advice to make contact in advance because spaces are limited.
For people considering arrangements such as wills or lasting powers of attorney, the October sessions provide an opportunity to discuss their questions directly with a solicitor. The hospice has emphasised that the appointments will offer a confidential and relaxed setting for those seeking professional advice.
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