Swansea headquartered law firm JCP Solicitors is expanding with the acquisition of Port Talbot-based Howe & Spender Solicitors.
Howe & Spender managing partner Ian Spender will be joining as a director in the lifetime planning team of the newly merged firms on completion of the deal in August, with director Souiful Alam having joined as a director in the commercial property team at JCP Solicitors earlier this year.
The team will maintain all private client and property work currently undertaken by Howe & Spender and expand the commercial and private services available.
The acquisition represents JCP Solicitors’ continued growth strategy and adds to its existing offices in Swansea, Carmarthen, Cardiff, Caerphilly, Cowbridge and Haverfordwest.
In its last financial year JCP posted revenues of £11m. For its current 2025/26 financial it is forecasting revenues of £13m.
Hayley Davies, chief executive of JCP Solicitors, said: “We are delighted to announce this merger with Howe & Spender, representing our growth strategy in action as we continue to expand across South Wales.
“Our people are our priority, and we take careful consideration when it comes to mergers and acquisitions as we look for those who meet our values, the JCP ethos, culture and client-first focus
"We are looking forward to working with the team at Howe & Spender to further develop our offering for clients in Port Talbot and the surrounding area, while also providing progression opportunities for colleagues and creating new career pathways in the region.
“What is more, we are proud that this merger will support the long-term development for Port Talbot. Now is the time for businesses to consider investment in the town; the region is rife for regeneration opportunities as the business community diversifies. We will be delighted to support commercial and private clients across all areas of law, playing a key role in the regeneration of this resurgent seafront town.”
Mr Spender said: “Having provided first class legal services to Port Talbot and the surrounding areas for 130 years, with client care always being our priority, joining forces with JCP Solicitors, a renowned Welsh law firm, is a fantastic strategic development for both businesses.”
“Our team at Howe & Spender brings a wealth of legal expertise and knowledge of conveyancing and lifetime planning matters to the JCP Solicitors’ client offering. All our current, private client work will continue under the newly merged brand.
“Overall, this merger brings new investment to the region and represents an exciting new chapter for the business. It is fantastic to see the legal sector in Port Talbot continue to grow, and we are confident this merger will support new and existing clients and local businesses to access expert legal advice and guidance on their doorstep.”
