LAW firm Mincoffs has recruited another team member to its expanding residential conveyancing team after a successful year.

Neil Shearer joins the Newcastle firm from Optima Legal. He has over six years’ experience and brings with him a wealth of knowledge and excellent customer services skills.

This brings the conveyancing team to five members with two joining in the last six months. Mincoffs is continuing to grow through the difficult economic conditions.

The turnover of the department has increased by 65% over the last 12 months and it is currently recruiting another team member.

Una Coulson, associate head of residential conveyancing, said: “I am delighted to welcome Neil on board. He is an asset to the team and his experience will compliment the skill base we already have in place.

“We are currently undergoing a period of growth within our residential property department and have secured a number of contracts which have allowed us to expand our team.

“Neil is a welcome addition to the team and his experience will be invaluable. We are pleased that we are continuing to grow despite the current economic climate but will continue to invest in our company and staff to ensure our clients experience excellent service.”

Shearer said: “I knew about Mincoffs before I joined the firm and knew that they were a very well respected firm within the North East and had a great reputation for customer service.

“Everyone at the firm has made me feel very welcome and the experience I will gain working alongside Una and the team, will be second-to-none.”