Our People
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Thomas Frances Joyce (Frank Joyce) LL.B., P.G. DIP. - Partner Frank graduated in 1986 from Leeds Met and qualified in 1991 but worked in the legal field for above 6 years prior to that. Frank specialises in Criminal Law, Wills and Probabt and also has an indepth knowledge of Planning Law. Frank is also a member of the Duty Solicitor Scheme. Frank enjoys the finer things in life and likes walking, watching rugby union, wine drinking/tasting and is an active member of The National Trust. |
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Mark G. Mangano LL.B. - Partner Mark graduated from Northumbria University (formerly Newcastle Upon Tyne Polytechnic) in 1987 and qualified in 1990. He has extensive knowledge of Family and Criminal Law. Mark is a member of the Family and Children's Law Panel, Resolution Panel and the Duty Solicitor Scheme. Mark is a bit of an explorer in his spare time and enjoys mountaineering, watching rugby league, and real ale and wine tasting. |
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Stephen D. W. Turton - Consultant Stephen was admitted in January 1969 and is our main Conveyancing Consultant. His expertise in both Residential and Commercial matters stems back over 20 years. Stephen enjoys country pursuits and also likes gardening and traveling around the UK. |
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James E. Pilkington LL.B - Consultant Jim qualified in 1977 from Leeds University and is one of our dedicated Wills and Probate experts. He specialises in dealing with elderly members of the public. He also has a comprehensive knowledge of both Residential and Commercial Conveyancing. Away from the office Jim enjoys charity work, gardening and fine wines and ales. |
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David A Ward - Associate Solicitor David specialises in Criminal Law and Civil Litigation. David qualified in 1991, following 29 years as a magistrates' clerk and is also a member of the Duty Solicitor Scheme. In his spare time, David enjoys walking, playing cricket and spending time with his family and friends and can be found having a pint or two in his local! |
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Robert Telford (Bob Telford) - Legal Representative Bob has specialised in Criminal Law for over 20 years, and became Police Station Accredited in December 2005. His knowledge of the field is vast and varied. He enjoys playing and watching many sports and also likes spending time with friends. |
Natalie Glover - Conveyancing/Civil Litigation Assistant Natalie has specialised in Conveyancing for around 4 years and started working for a national Conveyancing firm, handling re-mortgages. More recently Natalie has teamed with David Ward to gain experience of Civil Litigation matters. In her spare time Natalie enjoys going out to the cinema, swimming and shopping. |
