Excellent and efficient service. Thank you, Richard.

Eilish Wren

Richard Coates

Associate Solicitor
Department & Location: Chippenham, Residential Property

As an Associate Solicitor specialising in Residential Conveyancing, I provide my clients with clear and pragmatic advice throughout their move. 

I joined FSM in 2004 after working for practices in Wiltshire and Bristol and have over 40 years’ experience in non contentious work.

My practice areas include:


  • Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases

  • Transfers of equity and remortgages

  • New build purchases

  • Voluntary first registrations with HM Land Registry

I am approachable and flexible, adjusting to clients individual needs and offer face to face meetings. I regularly complete professional development courses in residential property law.

Examples of my work:


  • Acting on a wide range of residential transactions, from leasehold flats (including shared ownership) to larger freehold homes

  • Supporting clients with unregistered properties by securing voluntary first registration and ensuring their title is protected for future sale or remortgage

  • Managing remortgages and transfers of equity, including matters arising from separation, inheritance or family arrangements, while keeping transactions on track

Outside of work I enjoy playing Scrabble online (usually in French) and visiting historic buildings, gardens and heritage railways. I’m also a keen amateur videographer who shares many of my productions with friends and followers on social media.

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