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After graduating from Nottingham University, Richard qualified as a solicitor in 1997. In recognition of his proficiency, particularly in the field of property law, Richard was made a director shortly afterwards.
In addition to advising clients and carrying out complex conveyancing work, Richard oversees the smooth running of the Chesterfield based residential property teams.
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Richard now works closely with Kate Skelton, a property law expert who deals with property sales and purchases, transfers of equity and re-mortgages, who has been promoted to Shareholding Director and who is stepping up as operational lead of the firm’s Sheffield and Dronfield-based residential property teams.
Looking to the future the duo say they are hoping to build on the existing expertise and capacity of the team, which has invested heavily in its IT infrastructure in recent years in order to best meet the evolving needs of clients.
The developments have included the launch of the firms online ‘Flying Start’ client portal which allows for much of the conveyancing transaction to be completed online, typically saving up to four weeks throughout the conveyancing process. The ability to deal with the transaction securely and electronically has significantly speeded up the onboarding and transaction times and allows clients to undertake the steps required at a convenient time without the need to attend our offices.
Latest articles by Richard
Banner Jones Expands Residential Property Department with Key Appointments
Banner Jones, a leading regional law firm, has significantly strengthened its Residential Property department with the addition of three new hires. This expansion supports the firm's ongoing efforts to enhance its service offering amidst a growing demand for residential property services.
Banner Jones announces plans to bolster Residential Property team amidst continued growth in demand
Banner Jones has announced plans to build on the existing expertise and capacity of its Residential Property team amidst continued demand for its services, having handled over 13,500 new residential property related matters over the last three years.
Banner Jones proudly supporting inaugural National Conveyancing Week
National Conveyancing Week has been launched to raise the profile of organisations who conduct property transactions, with the inaugural event taking place from 20th-24th March 2023.
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Client feedback
Richard Joy provided excellent and a prompt service
Mrs D, Dronfield Woodhouse
Thanks so much for all the hard work. Even though the chain wasn't without it's issues, we found you both to be swift in your responses and supportive to us as a family.
You'll be pleased to know we love our new home and have settled in brilliantly.
Mr & Mrs H, Chesterfield
Move went well and really impressed with how quick you have been with your responses and getting everything sorted! We will definitely be recommending you!
Mr L & Ms S, Walton
Excellent speedy first class professional service, thank you
Mr S, Chesterfield
House sale was completed without any problems and very professional.
Mr & Mrs S, Old Whittington
We used Banner Jones at Chesterfield for two separate activities recently. Firstly, conveyancing for selling & buying property. It must be tough managing timings of sale/purchase, but they did very well for us. Secondly, production of our Wills. One or two things were complex, but the advice we got was helpful. We will, if necessary, use Banner Jones again & will also recommend them.
Mr & Mrs N, Dore
I would like to thank you for all your help and advice during the last few months. I found you very approachable with a no nonsense approach, telling exactly how it is - which I like. Also sending and receiving the paperwork/emails was very efficient. I will use Banner Jones again if I have need of a solicitor.
Ms B, Sheffield
Buying a House
Good service.
Mr & Mrs W, Danesmoor
Excellent service all round!
Mr & Mrs B, North Wingfield
10/10 excellent all the way and very professional
Mr. D, Chesterfield
Everyone was very helpful and made the experience of buying our first home easy and stress-free.
Mr & Mrs Q, Ecclesfield
Fantastic service from start to finish.
Mr & Mrs W, Dronfield
Satisfaction received.
Mr W, Goole
A big thank you to you and your team for the excellent advice, guidance and service provided for our sale/purchase.
We have thankfully never had any concerns that you and the team were always with us, providing 100% support.
In particular the way you have embraced electronic communications and process shines out when compared to the 'dictate, type, post' methods hung on to by other solicitors in our chain.
You have provided not only responsive guidance and process but an experienced and sympathetic counselling service when the frustrations set in.
We are already recommending you to friends.
Mr & Mrs W, Chesterfield
Very pleasant staff. Many thanks.
Mr R, Staveley
Very pleased with the service, highly efficient and all staff are so well trained with first class service
Miss K, Brampton
Thank you very much for your service which has been excellent in this unprecedented time. I was expecting delays due to Covid-19 but have been pleasantly surprised that you and your team have dealt with the sale in a professional and timely manner.
Ms M, Chesterfield
Once again, Thank you
Staff were pleasant and competant and have adapted to give a good overall service in these somewhat difficult times.
Ms W, Chesterfield
Used the firm before and will use again. Can't think of a better recommendation!
Mrs A, Chesterfield
Richard and Izzy have been absolutely brilliant during the process of selling my house – I couldn’t have asked for better support and advice and would be happy to recommend them.
(Conveyancing Solicitors Chesterfield)
Mr D, Chesterfield
Efficient service
Miss S, Chesterfield
No complaints, easy efficient service. Good communication and timely. Would use again and recommend to others.
House Purchase
I would just like to thank you all for your amazing service for our sale and purchase. I will recommend you to everyone.
Mrs L, Mastin Moor
Thank you! I just wanted to say how impressed I am by your prompt replies to my emails. I know how busy solicitors are at the moment and that emailing is by far the best way to contact you but you really are good! We've used your services in the past and we've never been disappointed. A huge thank you!
Mrs S, Chesterfield
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