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James Miller

Commercial Law Barrister | 5+ years experience

James is a specialist civil litigation and costs barrister. He regularly conducts trials for Claimants and Defendants in the county courts across the UK and acts for many of the country’s leading solicitors, public bodies and insurers. James adopts a forensic cross-examination technique in court and he has secured many victories for clients.

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James's Biography

Areas covered
Civil Litigation, Business-to-business contracts, Consumer contracts Insurance contracts, Sale of goods and services Road traffic accident claims (RTAs), Complex, high value and technical costs disputes, Civil trials involving allegations of dishonesty and fraud Clinical negligence, Debt recovery, Landlord and tenant, Building disputes, Professional negligence, GDPR
Background

Prior to being called to the Bar, James practiced as a solicitor and costs lawyer for many years. He is also a qualified mediator and sits as a magistrate in the criminal courts.

Civil Litigation and Costs

James is regularly instructed to conduct high value and complex hearings before Regional Costs Judges and Masters in the Senior Court Costs Office. He is regularly instructed to deal with all aspects of costs and case management in multi-million-pound matters. James also has extensive technical experience in Fixed Recoverable Costs cases and applications for relief from sanctions. 

James’ civil practice includes the following areas:

  •  Business-to-business contracts
  •  Consumer contracts
  •  Insurance contracts
  •  Sale of goods and services
  •  Road traffic accident claims (RTAs)
  •  Complex, high value and technical costs disputes
  •  Civil trials involving allegations of dishonesty and fraud
  •  Clinical negligence
  •  Debt recovery
  •  Landlord and tenant
  •  Building disputes
  •  Professional negligence
  •  GDPR

Testimonials

"I had been trying to sort out an ongoing legal problem for the last ten years using a prominent law firm to no avail.  After contacting James, his expertise, knowledge and perseverance gained a great result, which without his help could have resulted in bankruptcy.  I cannot speak or praise him highly enough." - P.G (Debt matter)

I was very happy having James Miller as representation. He successfully won a case within a month, compared to a three-year battle managed by others. James was professional and able to put his point across very proficiently. I would have no hesitation recommending him to someone who needs his services. Thank you for your hard work.” - Raj (Civil matter)

"James has helped me out with several matters over the years. He is extremely efficient and professional.  I would recommend him to anyone.” - B.R (Contract matters)

Qualifications

  •  Called to the Bar in 2017
  •  Mediator 2011
  •  Solicitor 2012
  •  Costs Lawyer 2015
  •  Higher Courts (Civil Advocacy) 2016
  •  Appointment as Magistrate 2016

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