The Full Story
About us
Our Founder
Richard George founded the firm around 1904, initially trading under his own name. He was later joined by H.L.D. Jenkins, and together they formed Richard George & Jenkins. The firm began operations from Old Bank Chambers on High Street in Newtown, where it has remained a long-standing name in the local community. As a rural practice in Mid Wales, the firm quickly gained recognition within the local legal community, building a strong foundation in conveyancing, probate and various types of litigation, including criminal advocacy in the local Magistrates’ Court. The firm also handled cases in the Industrial Tribunal, the High Court and the County Court.
Our History Timeline
1904
Firm Founded
Richard George founded the firm initially trading under his own name. He was later joined by H.L.D. Jenkins, forming Richard George & Jenkins.
1970s
Expansion
After the passing of H.L.D. Jenkins in the mid-1970s, Glynne Jones took over the firm. In February 1979, Michael Davies joined the practice and became a partner in 1980, expanding the firm’s litigation department. Huw Evans also joined the firm shortly after, specialising in conveyancing matters. Huw Evans remained an integral part of the firm until his retirement in 2020.
1980s
Acquisition
During this period, the firm broadened its reach by acquiring Charles W. Bell and Co., a well-established sole practitioner firm in Welshpool, and briefly operated an office in Machynlleth. In the late 1980s, Geoff Landers joined as a partner and took responsibility for managing the Welshpool office.
1993
Additonal Changes
Sian Davies joined the firm, Michael Davies became Senior Partner, and Nicholas Jones began his training contract, qualifying as a solicitor and remaining with the firm after completing his training.
1999
Firm Restructure
The firm underwent restructuring. Geoff Landers left the partnership, and Michael Davies and Huw Evans continued as partners in Newtown. Geoff Landers became a sole practitioner at the Welshpool office.
2000 - 2010
Geoff Landers Returns
Geoff Landers returned to the firm at the end of 2001, taking over Nicholas Jones’ role. In 2005, John Hollis joined as a consultant, handling non-contentious probate and conveyancing work after Sian Davies’ departure.
2010 - 2015
Jonathan Crosskey Joins
John Hollis retired in 2010 and was succeeded by Carol Bryan, who continued as a consultant until 2015. In 2012, Jonathan Crosskey joined the firm as a solicitor, focusing on probate, conveyancing and general litigation, particularly family matters.
2017
Matthew Davies Joins
Matthew Davies began his training contract after working on an ad-hoc basis as a Police Station Representative.
2018
New Llanidloes Office
A significant milestone came with the opening of a new office in Llanidloes, where Christopher Davies joined as branch head.
Our Recent History
2020
Welcoming Matthew Davies as partner
Huw Evans retired from the partnership, and Matthew Davies became a partner.
2021
Allocation of Training Contracts
Jonathan Davies and Callum Breese began their training contracts, with Jonathan previously employed as Office Manager and Callum as a paralegal.
2022
Welcoming Jonathan and Callum
Both Jonathan Davies and Callum Breese were admitted as solicitors.
2023
Further Expansion
The firm continued to expand with the opening of a third office in Aberystwyth and acquired the criminal department from Lanyon Bowdler, opening an office in Shrewsbury. This acquisition saw Kim Roberts, Adrian Roberts, Clare Stephens and Charlotte Gregory join the firm. The firm transitioned from a partnership to a limited company operating as Richard George & Jenkins Limited, with Huw Evans retiring after nearly 40 years of service.
2024
Allocation of Training Contracts
The firm welcomed new training contracts for Bethany Wood and Ellis Hawthorn, both previously paralegals at the firm. The year also saw Charlotte Gregory depart to pursue a career in legal lecturing.
