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Stalwart lawyer joins legal practice
A stalwart in property law has joined a legal practice as a consultant solicitor to help boost the company. James Brice, who has more than 30 years of experience as a property lawyer, has joined JPC Law’s property practice group. James was originally the founding partner of Brice Droogleever & Co, which merged with Cripps Pemberton Greenish. He offers a wealth of expertise in all aspects of property transactions which will enhance the team’s recognised profile within the sector. James said: “I am delighted to be joining JPC and look forward to continuing to deliver clients a dedicated and collaborative Double senior appointments boost legal firm
service for all their legal requirements.” Yashmin Mistry, partner and property practice group leader at JPC Law, said she was delighted that James was joining the team She added: “We look forward to the contribution his experience and skill set will bring to the team in order for us to continue to delivery the best results for our clients”. Derek Payne, partner and head of conveyancing at JPC Law said: “I am delighted to welcome James to our team. His experience of more than 30 years, and his expertise in property transactions will compliment and enhance what we offer”.
E xpanding property management firm Principle Estate Management has created a new finance role to help with its growth. Paul Richardson has become finance manager at the Birmingham-based company and will be overseeing all clients’ accounts. Paul, who has spent the last 18 years as financial controller at Jobson James Insurance Brokers, is an associate member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. He will also finalise annual service charge accounts and will handle all client reporting. Brett Williams, managing director of Principle, said: “We’ve been looking for the right person to join our existing team of staff and consultants, and we’re thrilled to have recruited Paul as finance manager. “Finance is the engine room of property management and adding Paul’s skills to our teamwill allow our personnel to be comforted that we can provide the highest standard of service to our customers.” Paul said: “I am looking forward to helping make a real difference as the business continues to grow.” Finance position created to help firm expand
wealth of experience in property litigation matters as well as dealing with disputes, such as dilapidations, arrears and breach of covenant. Steve Sherlock has been appointed to the newly created role of head of marketing, and brings almost 20 years of experience in brand development, marketing and research. Steve will develop promotional materials and online
P roperty solicitors JB Leitch have made two senior appointments to boost its operations. The Legal 500 firm, which already employs 140 people, have added to its commercial and
marketing departments. The appointments come as the company, which represents some of the largest property management firms, has also created a number account management and supporting roles. Sarah Hall joins the Liverpool-based firm as senior associate, with a focus on technical and complex cases. Having qualified in 2007, Sarah brings a
channels as part of a wider brand strategy.
New role created to deal with rise in disputes
A property law firm has created a new role to help deal with an increase in complex leasehold disputes. Brady Solicitors has appointed Jeremy Weaver as head of litigation as disputes for leaseholders, freeholders and managing
considerable opportunities, both personally and professionally. Leasehold law has been my focus since 2014 and I am now looking to work with a specialist, well-established litigation team - Brady Solicitors is an ideal match.”
He has more than 17 years of experience in specialist property and commercial litigation. Jeremy said: “I have followed Brady Solicitors’ growth trajectory over the past few years. It is clear it is an ambitious, well-run, go-ahead firm that offers
agents cases rise at the Nottingham-based firm. In the new role, Jeremy will oversee the swift and effective resolution of leasehold and service charge disputes across the firm’s core work in the residential property management sector.
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