My approach
I am a skilled and experienced Barrister with a thorough knowledge of both law and procedure. Prior to joining the Bar, I worked as an advocate in civil law cases representing a wide range of clients, from individuals to FTSE 100 Companies. Now that I am a Barrister, my work includes contractual disputes and general debt recovery.
I am known for my tenacious but pragmatic approach to litigation, never losing sight of your objectives and am able to assess the best way forward at any stage. I appreciate that, in the current uncertain economic climate, costs are a key issue and I am able to give advice which reflects the reality of litigation whilst also being able to fight for your position in Court or during negotiations.
My work
I can assist, advise and represent you in any of the following matters whether you are a Claimant or a Defendant:
Landlord and Tenant Issues
Mortgage Repossessions
Orders for Sale
Charging Orders
Applications to Suspend Evictions
In addition to acting for you in the above matters, I am happy to advise and represent you for specific issues such as:
Applications to Set Aside Judgment
Applications to Strike Out
Applications for Relief from Sanctions
Summary Judgment
Disposal Hearings
What my clients say
"I should like to use this opportunity to thank you for your enormous input and the professional manner in which you have conducted both yourself and my case...Once again my deepest thanks to you"
"This was a great result...thank you so much for your help"
"Thank you for all your best endeavours (despite you being against all the odds!)"
"Many thanks for all your work."
"Best result we could have hoped for. Thank you very much"
"Many thanks for this Michael. Very good result!"
"You will be first choice in future"
"As ever, thank you for all of your hard work"
"I am really happy with your efforts and the outcome of the case"
"Thank you for all your hard work and effort today as usual."
"Very pleased with the result"
Professional & academic
I have a Law degree from the University of Warwick and was Called to the Bar in 2008. I have been awarded two scholarships from the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple and was awarded the Western Circuit Advocacy Prize by the University of the West of England upon completion of the Bar exams.
Michael is also a fully qualified solicitor, although he only accepts instructions as a Barrister, and therefore is able to utilise the skills and training of both legal professions to ensure the best possible outcome for his clients.