Michael Barrow

Summary

Michael is a barrister who practices in the areas of commercial, land and property, trusts, wills, probate and inheritance, building and construction, divorce and financial settlement. A former solicitor (admitted in 1998), Michael offers lay clients a reliably proactive, hands-on and user friendly service.

Specialist areas of law include

Property & Land
Commercial Litigation
Trusts, Wills & Probate
Construction & Building Disputes
Divorce & Financial Settlement

Profile description

Property and land

Landlord & Tenant (commercial & private / residential)
Property Chamber and Land Tribunal proceedings
Dilapidations / Service Charge disputes
Construction (including adjudications and arbitrations)
Breach of covenant claims
Boundary / right of way / easement disputes
Party Wall Act matters
TOLATA / Trust of land disputes
Forfeiture proceedings
Business tenancy proceedings, including lease renewals, rent reviews
Adverse possession / Trespass and nuisance
Mortgage repossession actions (for both lenders & borrowers)
Leasehold Valuation Tribunal proceedings

Commercial / Chancery:

Breach of contract / warranty claims
Proprietary estoppel
Trust / Contentious probate and wills
Inheritance Act claims
Construction (including adjudications and arbitrations)
Company law including shareholder / directorship disputes and partnership disputes
Injunctions
Insolvency / commercial debt recovery proceedings
Professional negligence
Asset Finance / consumer credit
Court of protection proceedings / mental health
Appeals

Family Law

Michael has extensive experience of all facets of family law work including all areas of child arrangements, both public and private, together with matrimonial law and financial settlement. This experience lends itself very well to Michael's broader chancery and commercial practices which often involves overlapping issues, particularly in respect of trusts, wills and probate, and land and property. Michael is routinely instructed to represent intervening parties in financial settlement proceedings where they have a beneficial interest in property or other assets in cases.

Employment

Unfair / Constructive dismissal
Discrimination
Wrongful dismissal / breach of contract actions
PIDA proceedings
Injunctions for passing off / breach of restrictive covenants / confidential information / springboard injunctions
Wages and equal pay claims
Drafting contacts of employment
Preparation of Service Agreements
TUPE
Redundancy / structural re-organisations

Housing:

Social Housing (for Landlords & Tenants)
Injunctions
Repossession proceedings
Human Rights / Equality Act issues
Disrepair

Personal Injury

Road Traffic
Slipping & Tripping
Employers’ liability
Occupiers’ liability

Mediations

Michael became an Accredited Mediator in 2002. He is a panel member of ADR Group and a Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. More information can be found on our Mediation Link.

Career history:

Michael, a former Police Officer, graduated in law at Manchester University in 1995 and qualified as a Solicitor in 1998, becoming in 2008 a partner in a city centre commercial practice.

Michael was called to the Bar in July 2010 and after a successful Pupillage became a Tenant with Linenhall Chambers in January 2011.

Being a former solicitor, Michael is very aware of the pressures upon both Solicitors and clients alike. In addition to his court work, Michael has a busy paper practice including the preparation of statements of case and applications and advices, his aim being to return paperwork as soon as possible.

Michael also takes instructions on a Direct Access basis.

Education:

LLB (Hons)
LLM
MCIArb

Reported cases:

HSBC Bank PLC V Brown (2015) EWHC 359 (Ch) – Michael successfully defeated Bank’s claim for repossession of land based upon its Charge.

Memberships and Associations:

Chancery Bar Association
Northern Circuit Commercial Bar Association
ADR Group (Panel Member)
Association of Contentious Trusts & Probate Specialists
Member of Chartered Institute of Arbitrators

Testimonials

Mr J C (Direct Access Client)

“I received a first class service from Michael Barrow, from Clerksroom Direct, and would highly recommend him. He thoroughly read and understood the case file and provided great support and advice to m...” “I received a first class service from Michael Barrow, from Clerksroom Direct, and would highly recommend him. He thoroughly read and understood the case file and provided great support and advice to me throughout the proceedings. With his expertise and clear knowledge of the case, he was able to resolve the matter before it got to court. This saved me a lot of stress and of course saved me in legal fees. Mr Barrow was always very friendly and polite in all his dealings with me and responded to me swiftly. I cannot recommend him enough. Its nice to meet a barrister that wants what is best for his clients.” Read more Read less

Priti Patel

“Swift, fast response to secure Michael Barrow, a very experienced Barrister in the area of expertise I sought and more! The best decision to approach Clerksroom Direct.” “Swift, fast response to secure Michael Barrow, a very experienced Barrister in the area of expertise I sought and more! The best decision to approach Clerksroom Direct.” Read more Read less

Mr D Evans

“First class service from Jake and Rory. I have used Clerksroom Direct for approximately 2 years. I have found them to be at all times responsive, courteous and efficient. I would highly recommend usin...” “First class service from Jake and Rory. I have used Clerksroom Direct for approximately 2 years. I have found them to be at all times responsive, courteous and efficient. I would highly recommend using this facility and services should the need arise.” Read more Read less

Madhura Shiralkar

“A trustworthy, dependable and professional approach. We at Lexus Legal & Consultancy Service Ltd. have been availing services from Clerksroom Direct for over a period of almost 10 months now and can g...” “A trustworthy, dependable and professional approach. We at Lexus Legal & Consultancy Service Ltd. have been availing services from Clerksroom Direct for over a period of almost 10 months now and can gladly say that we are extremely satisfied with their services. Rory Nunn has been very prompt, efficient and professional in his responses. We appreciate the efforts of Stassi Jennings as well. The Barristers that they help connect with are thorough professionals and client friendly. Rory has been instrumental in the business relation development with our firm. We would definitely like to continue business with Clerksroom Direct. We wish them all the very best and look forward to a fruitful relation in the coming years.” Read more Read less

Janet Watkin

“Fast, agile, adaptable. Need Counsel? Rory Rocks! He responds to requests with lightening speed. In no time at all a top-notch barrister is reviewing your papers and counsel is onboarded in record tim...” “Fast, agile, adaptable. Need Counsel? Rory Rocks! He responds to requests with lightening speed. In no time at all a top-notch barrister is reviewing your papers and counsel is onboarded in record time to assess the merits of your case and help you move forward in the right direction. Agile and adaptable, Rory adjusts to changing circumstances with ease and elegance.” Read more Read less

Robert (Direct Access Client)

“I approached Nastassi with a complex situation that I believed no one would be able to understand. However, after speaking with her for just five minutes, she was able to grasp the complexity of the s...” “I approached Nastassi with a complex situation that I believed no one would be able to understand. However, after speaking with her for just five minutes, she was able to grasp the complexity of the situation and provided me with compassion and understanding. I felt instantly supported and heard. Nastassi gave me the opportunity to express myself and provided a listening ear, allowing me to get everything off my chest before moving forward. She not only recommended a barrister who she believed could help, but also presented me with other options. When my hearing date changed, a refund was provided without question. When a new date was confirmed, Nastassi promptly rebooked the original barrister. Throughout the process, Nastassi was always available if I needed her, responding to emails and phone calls promptly. Her consistent compassion and kind nature made the entire process less daunting for me. I am forever grateful.” Read more Read less

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