Richard's uncle Hubert de Burgh was then Justiciar of Ireland and upheld the claim in 1227. Richard called upon the feudal levies of Ireland and conquered Connacht (1235), assuming the title Lord of Connaught.
Richard's uncle, Hubert de Burgh, held the position of Justiciar of Ireland in 1227, supporting Richard's claim to the land.  In 1235, Richard led an Irish campaign and conquered Connacht, claiming the title Lord of Connaught.