Michael was called to the Bar in 1999. He has been with Chambers since 2001.
For many years, Michael has acted in road traffic accidents, credit hire, accidents at work, industrial disease, noise induced hearing loss and clinical negligence.
He predominantly represents claimants (and to a lesser extent defendants) in housing disrepair, residential landlord and tenant disputes (often rooted in antisocial behaviour) and Japanese knotweed claims.
He has a niche practice in non-surgical cosmetic injuries caused by Botox, dermal fillers and the like.
He is known for his speedy return of paperwork and approachable manner. He works predominantly in the North but regularly travels further afield.
Michael regularly provides training and seminars in-house for clients and to the local Law Society. He is a regular article contributor to the legal press at both local and national level.
Michael is an accredited mediator, a member of the Society of Mediators and a panel member of ADR ODR International.
Notable Cases
- Molodi v Cambridge Vibration 2016
- Niven v LMH 2010 (reported in tabloid press)
- Woodward v Bennell and Crewe Alexandra 2004
- Riaz v Fowler and MIB 2009, Court of Appeal
His Court experience goes to Court of Appeal level.