Changing Lives – May 23

Changing Lives

A trio of promotions

CHESTER HIGHLIGHTS WHAT’S ON GUIDE

from May 10

Chester Races 2023 – Fixtures

Chester Racecourse The Racecourse, Chester

12 May 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Eurovision 2023 Live Screening

Storyhouse Chester

12 May 10pm - 4am

Hashtag Chester

Eurovision Pre Party

Rosies 12-16 Northgate St, Chester

13 May 7:30pm - 11:30pm

Eurovision Party @ That Beer Place

That Beer Place 116 Foregate St, Chester

13 May 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Eurovision Party in the Kitchen

Storyhouse Chester

21 May

Chester Half Marathon 2023

Chester

11 June

Deva Triathlon Chester

Grosvenor Park Grosvenor Park Road, Chester

28 June

Chester Mystery Plays

Chester Cathedral Chester

WELCOME TO MAY’S CLIENT NEWSLETTER

We hope everyone is enjoying Spring and some warmer weather.

This month, we are delighted to unveil our new logo which now proudly adorns our Newgate Street offices and which will be rolled out over the coming weeks.

We are also delighted to announce three promotions within our team as once more we demonstrate our commitment to investing in the lawyers of the future, and we hear about The Taste of Chester Food Walking Tour – the “foodie” experience that lets you be a tourist in your own city.

We are proud to celebrate the success of Cullimore Dutton sponsored Frodsham Juniors FC and particularly their under 12’s Town team who recently won their league cup final with our name proudly adorning their shirts.

Finally, we look at the fantastic growth in women and girl’s rugby at our partner club Chester RUFC. We hope you enjoy our May newsletter.

Andrew Wright | Managing Director #WeChangeLives

We have a host of tips and advice on the Knowledge Hub area of our website. You’ll find everything from understanding inheritance tax and the secrets to a good divorce, and what you need to know when leasing a commercial unit. Here are a selection of our recent guides and articles:

• Are you too young for an LPA?

• Quick guide to LPAs

• A quick guide to wills

• Why should you leave a gift to charity in your Will?

• Five life events when you should seek financial advice

• Fixed Fee Divorce – Don’t gamble with your future

INTRODUCING OUR NEW LOGO

We are delighted to introduce and be able to share with you our new logo.

Our new logo

The new logo has been designed to truly reflect our business aspirations as a modern, dynamic, and progressive firm. The use of a modern typographic style along with all lower-case lettering results in a contemporary corporate identity.

Additionally, we are more than a legal practice, we offer both legal and financial services. As such the new logo reflects this by dropping the word “solicitors” and introducing the “Legal | Financial” supporting copy.

Roll out

Our new logo will start to appear across our marketing collateral over the coming weeks including signage at out new offices, as well as across our print and digital channels. The new logo will also appear on the Chester Rugby Club shirts following an extension of our current sponsorship agreement.

As an organisation we are very proud of our long-established history and heritage, however we are driven by our passion to move forward and constantly evolve.

Images

1. New logo in white on a blue gradient

2. New welcome signage at our Newgate Street offices

3. New logo in solid blue

4. New building signage at our Newgate Street offices

TRIO OF PROMOTIONS AT CULLIMORE DUTTON

Continuing our long track record of investing in tomorrow’s legal professionals, we are delighted to announce the promotion of three colleagues as they make progress in their legal careers.

Property Litigation paralegal Isabella Martindale has been awarded a training contract and will take up the position of trainee solicitor.

Isabella joined our litigation team in November 2021 as a legal assistant and was promoted to the role of paralegal in August 2022.

Chloe Halpin, who originally joined our Litigation team in September 2021 as a Legal Assistant before moving to our Family Law team, has been promoted to the role of Paralegal. Chloe who graduated from the University of Law in Chester with a first-class law degree in 2019 stated: “I am delighted to be starting my new role as a Paralegal. This is a great step in my legal career, and I appreciate the opportunity to continue to grow, develop and learn with our fantastic team.”

Isabella, who graduated from Sheffield Hallam University in 2020 with a first-class law degree before completing both her Legal Practice Course (LPC) alongside a Masters in Business Law at the University of Law in Liverpool in 2022 said: “I am so pleased to be awarded a training contract here at Cullimore Dutton, qualifying as a solicitor has been my career goal since high school and to now be in the latter stages of that process is very exciting. I know I have two intensive years of combining both my studies with my new role, but I also know the team here have a great track record of supporting trainees through the process of qualification.”

Meanwhile in our property team, Ethan Cartwright who joined us in February 2022 as a legal assistant has also been promoted to the role of paralegal within the residential conveyancing team. Ethan who graduated with a first-class Law degree from the University of Law in Leeds in 2021 said: “I am really happy to be awarded this promotion and to continue my career progression with Cullimore Dutton. I have already learnt so much since I joined the team, and I am confident that in my new role this will only continue.”

…qualifying as a solicitor has been my career goal since high school and to now be in the latter stages of that process is very exciting.

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Alongside his new role Ethan will be undertaking the Solicitors Qualification Exam (SQE), an 18-month programme of study which will support his long-term goal of qualifying as a solicitor.

Managing Director Andrew Wright added: “We are pleased to be able to reward these three great colleagues with these promotions. I know all three deserve this opportunity to progress in their careers and that they will all relish the new challenges their new roles will bring. I have every confidence that all three will be very

successful and I know the rest of our team will continue to support them.”

All three promotions are active with immediate effect.

We would like to wish all three colleagues every success as they begin this new chapter of their careers, and to offer our continuing support throughout their training and beyond.

Good luck all.

The Cullimore Dutton team

L-R: Isabella, Ethan and Chloe

THE EXPERIENCE THAT LETS YOU BE A TOURIST IN YOUR OWN CITY!

Since 2018, locals and visitors to the city have been enjoying The Taste of Chester Food Walking Tour

Founded by Gareth Boyd (a local business man and keen foodie), the tour allow guests to enjoy food/drink at 5 different independent ‘off the beaten track’ venues and lean more about Chester.

“About 15 years ago when visiting NYC on a family holiday, I booked a Food Tour in Greenwich Village and I was hooked! Tasting new and stunning foods that I might not have been brave enough to try was exciting! It’s the perfect experience for any foodie. Since, this NYC tour, I’ve enjoyed many more across the globe. I always recommend

joining a food tour at the start of your city break, because then you’ll have more time to go back and enjoy the venues that your tour guide has showcased”.

“It’s a privilege to be able to showcase Chester and its many fabulous independent food and drink venues’ says Gareth. ‘Guests should definitely arrive hungry as there is plenty of food to enjoy! It’s also a mystery tour experience with venues being revealed one by one during the tour. It’s a great job for me, having to taste amazing food across the city to ensure my guests have the best experience!”

Group sizes vary from 2 -12, and private tours (even larger groups) can be arranged for various occasions such as birthday celebrations, get togethers, team building etc. The tour lasts approx 3-5-4 hours with easy paced walking (c2 miles). It’s perfect for any ages, even families with young children (Gareth offers The Family Foodie Tour) Dietary requirements and allergies are catered for.

Chester’s food and drink scene is in such a rich vein of form currently and there is a diverse melting pot of food from all around the world to sample and enjoy. During the Taste of Chester Food Tour, guests enjoy a range of savoury foods and there is normally at least 1 sweet course.

But it’s not just about the food and drink. During the tour, guests are treated to cultural insight and history about historic Chester. “When I first started the tours, I was concerned that my local guests would know everything about their city but the truth is that we don’t - often, we don’t look up and around, or stop to take in landmarks etc”

The Taste of Chester Food Tour is multi-award winning and was recently awarded Experience of The Year, at the Marketing Cheshire Awards. Guest feedback is continually 5* and providing fantastic 1st class guest experience is a core mission/value.

To explore further go to www.toursaroundchester.co.uk

“Brilliant from start to finish…”.

“Wonderful experience, highly recommended”.

CUP SUCCESS FOR CULLIMORE DUTTON SPONSORED FRODSHAM JFC

Frodsham Junior Football Club under 12’s win Cheshire League cup

We are delighted to be able to share in the success of one of the local sports teams we support through shirt sponsorship with Frodsham Under 12s Town team recently winning the Mid-Cheshire League cup after overcoming Sandbach United in the final.

The team who have been together since the age of five benefit from a kit sponsored by us and proudly wore the kit for the cup final.

Team manager Scott Pennington said: “What a fantastic achievement for the boys, they absolutely loved it! It was a great day and the performed so well, winning the cup is the highlight of what has been a great season. We would like to thank Cullimore Dutton for

their support, the boys look great in their kits, especially holding that trophy”. Founded in 1979, Frodsham JFC is a much loved and respected sporting institution in the local area with over 30 team for boys and girls between 5 and 18 years of age. In addition, the club runs a range of adult football. Cullimore Dutton have been delighted to support Frodsham JFC for many years both with sponsorships and professional services.

The under 12’s are not the only Frodsham team to have won silver wear this season; the girls under 16s team are league champions, the boys under 15s Town team and under 17s Park teams also won their respective league cup competitions. Congratulations to all the club.

The team proudly wearing the kit for the final

Pre-match

Celebrations post-match

The team celebrate their victory

team photo

The team arrive for the final

BUILDING A LEGACY: THE GROWTH OF CHESTER RUGBY CLUB’S GIRLS’ RUGBY

“The girls’ section at Chester Rugby Club now boasts around 130 players, ranging from under 12s to senior women.”

Chester Rugby Club has a rich history, dating back to the 1920s. However, it was not until 12 years ago that the club started its women’s team. Since then, the team has gone from strength to strength, clocking up a proud 12-year run. It has been a long journey, and the growth of the women’s game at the club has not been an overnight success.

In the beginning, there were only a handful of girls playing in mixed age groups. However, six years ago, the club started a girls’ section, and slowly but surely, the numbers started to grow. It took a lot of hard work and dedication from the coaches, parents, and players to build the section, but the effort has paid off.

The girls’ section at Chester Rugby Club now boasts around 130 players, ranging from under 12s to senior women. The section offers a mixed rugby option for girls aged 5-10, as well as a girls-only option. The under 12s have just started their first season, and the older teams are going from strength to strength. The girls train regularly throughout the week, with the mini girls training on Sundays from 9-10 am. The training sessions consist of fun games to help the girls develop their skills and confidence and introduce them to rugby. The older teams train on Thursdays and Sundays, and they play standalone matches against other clubs as well as attending Pitch up and Play events across the county.

The under 16s played in the National Girls’ Under 16s Cup competition this year, winning their pool. However, they bowed out in the Last 16 of the competition after being defeated by a strong Liverpool St Helens side. It was still a proud moment for the girls, as they scored the most points of any club that has battled with LSH this season. The Devas also had a notable fixture, beating Vagabonds away. It was a tough match, and the girls had to leave home at 4am to play on the Isle of Man. However, a last-minute penalty kicked over by the captain saw the Devas take the win.

Playing rugby has numerous benefits, and the girls at Chester Rugby Club have experienced them first hand. Rugby builds self-esteem and helps girls grow in confidence. It teaches them that there is a position for everyone, regardless of size, level of fitness or rugby knowledge. Rugby also builds friendships and a support network, and helps girls build resilience. Win or lose, lessons are always being learnt, and rugby empowers girls.

The growth of the girls’ game at Chester Rugby Club would not be possible without the key driving forces behind it. The coaches, managers, and parents have all played a crucial role in building the section and supporting the girls.

Leanne Duggan,

in particular, is always ready to take on any task, and the coaches are constantly looking for new ways to keep things fresh in training and drive engagement during their sessions. The players themselves are amazing, taking on every challenge set before them. Finally, the parents are reliable and willing to go that extra mile to ensure their girls get every opportunity available to them.

The girls at Chester Rugby Club have not gone unnoticed, and many have received representative honours. Fourteen of the under 18s were selected to play for Cheshire RFU, and eight players are in the Sale Sharks Centre of Excellence. Three players have recently gained international caps with Wales under 18s.

HOLD THE BACK PAGE

Care home Seminar

Join us on 16 May from 2pm at Deewater Grange Care home, Chester, CH3 6BS for a free to attend seminar in association with Care UK, focusing on later-life protections including the benefits of Wills and LPAs.

To book your email Andrew Kenny at Care UK: Andrew.Kenny@careuk.com

Free Family Law Clinics

We are delighted to be able to offer free, monthly Family Law Clinics* to new and existing clients. Our family law clinics are ideal for anyone working in, or visiting Chester City Centre, who would like to be able to access half an hour of free, completely confidential expert advice at a time which is convenient to you. Click here to reserve your place

Free will review

Have your personal circumstances changed recently?

Our Wills & Probate Team are offering all clients a free will review – with the many tax changes that have taken place in recent years, now is a good time to make or review your will.

Click here for more details.

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