Road Transport Solicitor and Legal Services
I provide specialist legal advice and representation to goods and passenger vehicle operators, transport managers and professional drivers on road transport regulatory matters.
My work includes Operator’s Licence applications and variations, DVSA investigations, Traffic Commissioner Public Inquiries, preliminary hearings, transport manager and driver conduct hearings, appeals and vehicle impounding matters.
Whether you need advice before a problem develops or representation when your livelihood or Operator’s Licence may be at risk, you will deal directly with me throughout your case.
Public Inquiry
If you have received a call-up letter to attend a Public Inquiry, the future of your Operator’s Licence may be at stake. I can help you prepare your case and represent you before the Traffic Commissioner.
O licence Applications
Whether you are applying for your first Operator’s Licence or need to vary an existing licence, getting the application right from the outset can help avoid unnecessary problems and delay.
I advise goods and passenger vehicle operators on applications, variations and the licensing requirements relevant to their operations
Preliminary Hearings
If you have been asked to attend a preliminary hearing or meeting concerning your Operator’s Licence, it is important to understand the concerns that have been raised and to prepare carefully.
I can advise you on the issues, help you prepare your response and represent you where appropriate.
DVSA Investigations
If you have been contacted by DVSA, it is important to understand the concerns being investigated and the possible implications for your Operator’s Licence.
I can advise you during the investigation, help you respond to the issues raised and, if the matter subsequently comes before the Traffic Commissioner, prepare and represent you at a Public Inquiry.
Traffic Commissioner Appeals
A decision of the Traffic Commissioner can have serious consequences for an operator, transport manager or professional driver.
I can advise you on the decision, whether there are grounds to challenge it and, where appropriate, an appeal to the Upper Tribunal.
Clandestine Entrants
Drivers, owners, hirers and operators can face significant civil penalties under the clandestine entrant civil penalty scheme,
I can advise you on a civil penalty and whether there are grounds to challenge the penalty or the amount imposed.
Driver Conduct Hearings
The Traffic Commissioner can consider the conduct of vocational drivers and their fitness to continue holding an HGV or PSV driving licence.
If you have been called to a driver conduct hearing, I can help you understand the concerns raised, prepare your case and represent you at the hearing.
Transport Manager Hearings
A Transport Manager may face scrutiny before the Traffic Commissioner where concerns arise about their role in an operator’s compliance or their ability to continue acting as a Transport Manager.
I can provide independent legal advice, help you prepare for the hearing and represent you before the Traffic Commissioner.
Vehicle Impounding
The detention of a vehicle can have immediate financial and operational consequences for a transport business.
Where a vehicle has been detained or impounded, I can advise on the legal position and the appropriate procedure for seeking its return.
If you are facing an operator licensing, DVSA or Traffic Commissioner matter and are unsure what to do next, contact me to discuss your situation and how I may be able to help.