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20 December 2021
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Banner Jones—Ben Couch

Law firm hires commercial property solicitor
Law firm Banner Jones is expanding its extensive commercial and residential property team with the appointment of experienced commercial property solicitor, Ben Couch (pictured, centre). Ben will be based in the firm's Chesterfield office.

Formerly at Foys Solicitors, he brings over ten years’ experience and particular expertise in franchising property matters to the role, having previously worked on behalf of clients such as Domino’s Pizza, Boots, WHSmith, Gala Bingo, and O2 Telefonica.

He represents a myriad of clients spanning a wide range of sectors, including retail, leisure and tourism, manufacturing and logistics, working on behalf of landlords, tenants and developers on a range of matters such as the management of portfolios and the disposals and acquisitions of property.

Speaking of his appointment, Ben said: 'I am really looking forward to joining the Banner Jones commercial property team following what has been a really exciting and busy period of growth. The firm as a whole has an unrivalled reputation for delivering accessible, customer service-led legal services and that’s something I am equally passionate about.'

Simon Wright, chief executive at Banner Jones added: 'We are delighted to be welcoming Ben to our team. His extensive knowledge of commercial property matters working on behalf of a wide range of clients will further enhance our existing offering across the department.'

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