Direct Access Barrister

Benjamin Rose

Solicitor turned Barrister, with 20 years experience.
Yorkshire-based, National reach.

I initially worked as a paralegal and then qualified as a solicitor in 2009, before transferring to the bar in 2024. I have worked with every type of client over the years, from injured or divorcing individuals, to multinational FTSE listed companies involved in maritime and aviation disputes.

As a former solicitor I am able to advise on pre-court stages of your matter in a similar manner to solicitors.

Area of Law

Chancery

- Property disputes
- Insolvency

Defamation

I advise and appear on behalf of parties involved in defamation and libel matters and for related injunctions, including those including social media.

Family

- Divorce
- Financial Remedies (dividing assets after divorce)
- Schedule 1, Children Act claims (claims for the benefit of children of unmarried parties or in the care of guardians)
- Non-Molestation & Occupation Applications

Inquests and Public Inquiries

I appear on behalf of families and Interested Parties at Inquests, and will also advise on related civil claims.

Landlord and Tenant

I advise and appear on behalf of lenders, landlords, and tenants in possession proceedings and related housing disrepair matters.

Personal Injury

I have 20 years experience of dealing with;
- Road traffic accidents
- Personal Injury in a place of work, a public place, or overseas
- Industrial injuries (respiratory claims, HAVS/VWF, NIHL (industrial deafness))

Travel

Previously in-house solicitor for Thomas Cook Tour Operations Limited, defending holiday sickness, injury, and flight delay claims. I also dealt with ABTA Arbitration matters.

What sort of work do I do?

Family
Civil
Inquests & Inquiries

Who do I work for?

Individuals
Businesses (Individuals, Partnerships, Companies)
Charities

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