JMP Solicitors is expanding the commercial team at its Grantham office with the appointment of new solicitor Robert Cox.

Having graduated from Keele University with a degree in Law and American Studies, Robert brings more than 30 years' legal experience to the team having worked in Melton Mowbray for 17 years at Oldham Marsh Page Flavell, and in Grantham for 16 years, at Close Kendall, Trumans, and Nelsons Solicitors.

Robert will bring a breadth of expertise to the role, in which he will be advising clients on all aspects of business and commercial law, with a particular interest in business start-up and litigation.

He will look to bring a modern approach to legal problem solving, providing advice for all types of businesses, from well-established companies through to new start-ups.

Robert said: "JMP Solicitors is a modern, friendly firm providing legal services to businesses and personal clients and I'm very much excited to be part of such a forward-thinking and approachable team.

"It's important to ensure that clients receive a friendly and helpful service, to guide them through legal obstacles, with minimal risks to keep costs down.

"I grew up in Grantham and to now be based here in the area where I live for work, so close to family and friends is very exciting - I look forward to putting my skills and expertise to good practice for a new challenge."

Ian Howard, managing director at JMP Solicitors, adds: "We'd like to give a warm welcome to Robert on joining the JMP team.

"With his extensive experience and enthusiasm, he is an ideal asset to join our commercial division to lead and support its ever-growing portfolio.

"With Robert's background working in the counties of Lincolnshire and Leicestershire, he has a whole collection of contacts within the business community which will help with new business development and building key relationships in the commercial sector."