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30 June 2022
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Steele Raymond—Holly Dennis

Law firm appoints residential property partner

Steele Raymond LLP have recently welcomed residential property specialist, Holly Dennis, to their Bournemouth-based Property Group.

Holly (pictured, right) joins Steele Raymond as a partner and head of the residential property team after 14 years at her previous firm, where she trained and developed specialisms in all aspects of residential conveyancing work while acting for high-net-worth individuals, investors, and first-time buyers.

Speaking on her appointment, Holly said: 'I am delighted to have joined Steele Raymond. The firm has such a stellar reputation for its high-quality work and commitment to the very best client service.

'Having been at my previous firm for over a decade, the move represents a natural career progression for me. I know a number of very talented and highly regarded solicitors who have already made the move across to Steele Raymond, so it’s an exciting time to be a part of an ambitious and growing regional law firm.'

Jenny Rogerson (pictured, left), Managing Partner at Steele Raymond, added: 'We are absolutely delighted to welcome Holly to the firm and to our growing Property Group. Holly brings over a decade of residential property knowledge and experience and is the perfect person to take our brilliant conveyancing team to the next level.'

Discussing the current outlook for property market, Holly said: 'It’s a really interesting time for the residential property market. The last few years have been incredibly busy for conveyancers across the country and things don’t appear to be dropping away as many predicted.

'However, for myself, and the team here at Steele Raymond, our focus is on the delivery of the very best client service.'

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