Lorna qualified as a Solicitor in England and Wales in 2004. She has worked in both the public law and private client sectors.

Prior to her admittance to the roll she obtained a BSc (Hons) in Psychology. Having spent several years working with the elderly she then proceeded to gain first hand experience of the issues faced by those with catastrophic brain injuries, spending 4 years working in a transitional living unit and then as part of a community rehabilitation team. Having joined JE Bennett Law, Lorna’s experience and knowledge leaves her well placed to assist vulnerable clients with the management and supervision of their property and affairs. Lorna has first hand experience of the effects of a spinal cord injury on a family member. Lorna was made a partner at JE Bennett Law in 2019.

Lorna is ranked as a Next Generation Partner  and is a Recommended Lawyer in the prestigious 2024 Legal 500 ratings. Here are some quotes from recent Legal 500 editorial:

Lorna Halfpenny-Beeby has a very gentle and personable manner’

‘Lorna Halfpenny-Beeby is always willing to talk and/or meet to discuss matters and offers very helpful advice’

‘Jane Bennett and Lorna Halfpenny-Beeby are highly efficient, compassionate and caring as well as very positive’

‘Lorna and Jane are excellent communicators and very knowledgeable’

In her free time she has involvement with a registered charity R.E.A.D.Y (Recreation and Easy Access for Disabled Youth).