Qualified in 1981 as a solicitor, Richard has extensive experience in a number of legal areas, and originally founded the firm of Landau & Cohen Solicitors. He is a recognised expert on the commoditisation and unbundling of legal services and their delivery. He has been a regular speaker for the English Law Society, Scottish Law Society, American Bar Association, Society for Computers and Law and private seminar organisations.

As the Joint Chief Executive Officer of the Epoq Group, he has been instrumental in the development of the Epoq Group's blue chip, international customer base. His role focuses on general strategic direction and forging alliances with major corporates and government departments.

Richard has a long history of involvement with community legal advice, particularly with the National Association of Citizens Advice Bureaux ("NACAB"), chairing Grahame Park CAB for four years and the Barnet CAB Management Committee for three years.