Richard is an experienced solicitor specialising in advising and representing registered providers of social housing. His expertise includes defending disrepair claims, obtaining possession, applying for injunctive relief, and providing general advice in their role as landlords. Richard has a particular focus on residential landlord and tenant matters.
Richard is known for his practical, measured, and friendly approach, which is grounded in a career dedicated to dispute resolution. His extensive experience in civil litigation has been honed over the years, including a significant tenure of 13 years in partnership with a firm based in Hertfordshire, where he led the litigation department.
Richard enjoys working with specialist building surveyors to investigate allegations of disrepair, challenge unwarranted claims, and support the essential work done by social landlords. He finds satisfaction in the collaborative effort to ensure fair and just outcomes in housing disputes.
Richard's career is marked by a commitment to thoroughness and a client-centered approach, ensuring that he explores all possible avenues to achieve the best outcomes for his clients.
In his free time, Richard enjoys spending time in the Lake District and Southern Italy. He has a passion for restoring old houses and takes great pleasure in driving and maintaining classic cars.