What is a barrister?

A barrister is a specialist advocate: Whether in writing or personally in Court, I am trained to present your case as powerfully and persuasively as possible.

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How is this different to a solicitor?

One analogy is that a solicitor is more like a GP - covering a lot of different areas, but only to a certain extent; whereas a barrister is more like a consultant - specialising in just a few areas, but to a greater depth of knowledge and experience.

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How can a barrister help me?

I can represent you in any Court in the land. I can make representations to legal authorities who may be considering your case. I can negotiate settlements on your behalf.

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How much will it cost?

I always work for a fee which is settled in advance: Our agreement will cover precisely what work I am to do for you, when, and for how much. There are no hidden extras. If it later emerges that more work is needed, then the cost of that is agreed between us.

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Do I need representation by a barrister?

Only you can answer that: If you case is important to you… if your livelihood or your home or even your liberty is at stake… then you deserve the best - giving you the best chance of securing a successful outcome.

You could represent yourself, but if the stakes are high, you should consider having an expert who is best suited to this job.

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Who regulates my work for you, to make sure it’s of the highest standard?

All my work – from our initial written agreement, to the advice I give and my conduct both in & out of Court – is overseen by the Bar Standards Board - the regulator of Barristers work in England. They provide a comprehensive complaints & redress procedure if you are not happy with my service.