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I offer specialist legal services to goods and passenger vehicle operators ranging from owner-drivers and partnerships to larger concerns.  I am based in Cambridge: good motorway links allow me to work across the South, East Anglia and West Midlands.

The secret of success is thorough research and preparation.  When possible I visit Operators at their own premises to take full instructions and advise.  This is often a great advantage because Operators' records can be easily checked and members of staff contacted.

Fees are competitive; written estimates are provided, and fixed fees agreed where possible.

Representation

I personally represent clients at Magistrates Courts and Traffic Commissioner Public Inquiries, and can arrange representation by solicitors at distant courts, nationwide or overseas.

I have long experience of:

  • Magistrates Courts: Operator Licensing, drivers' hours, driving, Construction & Use, and Health & Safety offences
  • Traffic Commissioner Public Inquiries held under the Goods Vehicles (Licensing of Operators) Act 1995 and Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981
  • Employment Tribunals

Audit

Prevention is better than cure!  I can advise on best practice for compliance with statute law and regulations affecting commercial vehicle operation.

Working in collaboration with a Transport Consultant colleague, I can carry out a legal audit of the systems that you have in place to comply with Operator Licensing and Health and Safety requirements.  We will also review your Employment documentation, including contracts of service and drivers’ handbooks.

We provide a written report and where applicable a written quotation for the provision of any necessary documentation to enhance your systems.