Richard brings over 40 years of experience in business rates, having begun his career with the Valuation Office in 1982. He has worked on successive Rating Revaluations since 1990 and has developed deep expertise in the London retail and hospitality sectors. Richard advises on Central London property portfolios and acts for a wide range of restaurant and retail clients, helping to minimise liability through strategic rating advice. His clients include Dishoom, Flat Iron Steak, the Zuma Group, and Porcelanosa.

Richard also specialises in advising on effective strategies to secure full or partial relief on vacant or part-vacant properties, ensuring clients maximise available savings.