Jonathan Richards
Partner
email joanne.turner@rthlaw.co.uk
Jonathan is a Solicitor and the Senior Partner of Rowland Tildesley & Harris. He was educated locally and joined the firm in 1977 and was made a partner in 1982. He has extensive experience in Residential and Commercial conveyancing, Inheritance Tax planning, Wills and Probate and Elderly client advice. He acts for private individuals and businesses both locally and nationally and for developer and investor clients. He has dealt with hundreds of property and conveyancing transactions as well as Probate matters including complex Probate transactions including Trust and Inheritance Tax issues.
Surbjit Kumar
Partner
email surb.kumar@rthlaw.co.uk
Surbjit is a Solicitor and Partner in the firm. Surbjit trained with the firm after completing his Legal Practice Course. He qualified in 2002. He specialises in Property Law including Residential conveyancing, Commercial property transactions, Leases and Business purchases. He has dealt with hundreds of conveyancing transactions since qualifying including freehold and leasehold matters and including small developments. He also has expertise in Landlord and Tenant Law and advises and undertakes Court action in this field. Surbjit speaks Punjabi and is also a Notary Public after having completed his Diploma in Notarial Practice with the University of Cambridge. In his role as a Notary, Surbjit attests documents for use abroad.
Lynsey Smith
CILEX Lawyer
email lynsey.smith@rthlaw.co.uk
Lynsey Smith, a CILEX Lawyer, has been an integral part of the firm for over two decades, bringing extensive experience and dedication to her practice. Holding an LLB Hons degree, PGDip, MA, and MSc qualifications, Lynsey specialises in private client work, particularly in probate, lasting powers of attorney, and Will drafting. She is known for her personalised approach, assisting clients in clearly defining their objectives and exploring various options while ensuring they have all the necessary information to make informed decisions for themselves and their loved ones.
Lynsey has earned a reputation for building long-term relationships with clients and their families, fostering trust and confidence over the years.
In addition to her expertise in private client matters, Lynsey also excels in conveyancing, handling assents, transfers, and severing joint tenancies with efficiency and expertise. Beyond her legal skills, Lynsey’s commitment to her clients extends to her role as a dementia friend, reflecting her dedication to providing compassionate support in all aspects of her practice. Throughout her career, Lynsey remains devoted to delivering exceptional legal assistance, earning the trust and respect of her clients. Furthermore, Lynsey is continuously enhancing her expertise by working towards her STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) qualification and Lifetime Lawyers certification, demonstrating her commitment to professional development and providing the highest level of service to her clients.