North West law firm Jackson Lees has recently appointed of John E Jones as its Head of Residential Property.
John (pictured), who is also a director of the Society of Licensed Conveyancers, joins Jackson Lees with four decades’ experience in conveyancing. He will be based at the firm’s Liverpool & Wirral offices overseeing the 20-strong department across offices in Liverpool, Heswall and Hoylake.
A Chartered Legal Executive and Licensed Conveyancer, John also serves as a member of the Adjudication Panel for the Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) and a member of the CILEx Regulation Admissions & Licensing Committee (CILEx). Through his work with the CLC, he has helped to improve regulations and the education of conveyancers, playing an integral role in the development of the Council’s handbook and education portfolio.
As a Licensed Probate Practitioner as well, John’s new role will include supporting the Jackson Lees’ Wills & Probate team and its Court of Protection team with probate sales and Deputy/LPA sales & purchases.
Speaking of his appointment, John said: 'I’ve long admired Jackson Lees’ fantastic reputation for its culture and since joining, I’ve been overwhelmed by the positive and enthusiastic attitude from every staff member.
'I’m now looking forward to leading an energetic team committed to delivering the highest possible standards of service to our clients.'
Esther Leach, Managing Director at the Jackson Lees Group, said: 'John is a genuinely inspiring lawyer and role model who we are thrilled to have on board at Jackson Lees.
'We are very excited to see the impact John makes with us.'
