We at ShenSmith Barristers would be able to provide initial advice for a fixed fee of £75 + VAT. When is it necessary to seek advice? Recently we had a client call really concerned his daughters were going to be …
“I was pulled over for drink driving” or “I was caught speeding, whilst drink driving”. These are serious offences. This can be detrimental to anyone. It could affect your job. It could affect your mortgage. It could affect your family. …
Be it, Father and Mother. Mum or Dad. Company versus Company. Man versus Company. People in dispute sometimes need to find the middle ground. It can be difficult. We find the most difficult situations require a calm and collective mind to …
Prospective clients call seeking initial advice. The advice they are looking for generally cannot be provided without a few initial steps being taken. What are these steps? The initial steps include speaking with one of the clerks. Our clerks are …
In some cases, Money is not enough to settle a dispute. What happens when the dispute is beyond money? What if the dispute is about the detriment to business. When an employer is concerned about an employee exiting the company. Will …
Can I negotiate before going to court? With the number of the case going to court. It would be quite normal to assume most cases end up in court. In some cases, the hearing is the last chance to find …
Human Resources (HR) Our company barrister will be able to review your HR policies. Have a deep conversation about what your company’s ethos is. They can thereafter provide you with reviewed procedures to create a suitable policy. They understand each …
This is a common issue many people face. Financial issues. It could be a Debt. Owed money and you need help to claim the money back. Business to Business Debt. Fraudulent withdrawals from a personal or business account. A refusal from …
Magistrates courts provide a platform for criminal offences. To be heard by a lay judge. This is a partially trained layperson. The Magistrate’s Court has been known to be less lenient. This can lead to bias and unreasonable decisions. At least …
It is a similar story. It is a rare occurrence. When the notice comes through the door. The reality hits. “Going to Court”. This shock really does shake the system. I have spoken with a number of clients. The impact …