Thomas Legal Group has expanded considerably. We insist on having the best people and have devoted time and energy to ensuring that we do.
Our staff are proud to work for Thomas Legal Group and are constantly striving for excellence. Training and development are ongoing for all with external programmes and backed up by our frequent internal workshops. Our commitment to quality customer service is reflected by our professional yet approachable team who often score highly in our Client Feedback questionnaires. Many of them continue to pursue further qualifications whilst with us – which we actively encourage.
Additionally we employ a dedicated Business Development Manager with over 20 years experience gained in the property sector to ensure that these high levels of customer service are maintained – something which is very unusual in the legal sector.
Simon joined the firm in May 2010 moving from a large regional firm based in the South West where he managed a substantial residential conveyancing team for a number of years. He is constantly looking at cutting edge IT solutions and service delivery making sure that Thomas Legal Group remains the first choice for consumers. Simon is passionate about property and he is also a member of the Property Section Committee at the Law Society.
Simon is a founding Partner in Thomas Legal Group having previously worked at a number of strongly property focused legal firms in London and the South East. Simon specialises in the high to ultra-high end of the central London property market and is well known within that area; his particular specialisms include attended (same day) exchanges, exclusivity agreements and working for those with “off market” transactions – including celebrity clients and senior heads of industry. Simon is also a member of the Ask The Experts property panel for the Sunday Times.
Claire is the Managing Partner of Thomas Legal Group’s sister firm, Equilaw Ltd as well as being a Partner in Thomas Legal Group. Claire spends the majority of her time building the national Equilaw brand and managing the team as well as writing on the subject of equity release for the financial, legal and national press. Having specialised in property law since qualification, Claire also acts for clients buying and selling properties across all levels.
Michael joined TLG early in 2011 to head up the Commercial Property Department. Michael has been based in Gloucestershire for more than 20 years undertaking commercial property work for both regional and national businesses. He is very well regarded by local professionals for the quality of his work and client care. Michael is a Council member, previously Chairman, of NARA (The Association of Property and Fixed Charge Receivers) and advises lenders and practitioners in this area.