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Michael, a former solicitor, was called to the Bar in 1976 and has been in practice since 1993. His practice covers all areas of commercial chancery litigation, with an emphasis on international disputes, transport, sales of goods and commercial contracts. His expertise in tricky commercial litigation is noted in the Legal directories, and reflected in the cases he has appeared in. Recent appearances include a four month commercial fraud trial, and a complex and high value agency dispute which occupied the Court of Appeal for three days.
The Directories
Michael James is praised for his "ability to gain the trust of the court and build a good rapport with judges." He is deeply experienced in commercial litigation work, and has particular emphasis on transport, sale of goods, contractual and international disputes. (Chambers & Partners 2010)
Highlighted for his "bold advocacy and creative approach" (Chambers & Partners 2009)
...and Michael James, recommended for international disputes and commercial matters generally, is "very bright, he gets to the main issues very quickly" (Legal 500, 2008)
Clients "would recommend Michael James without hesitation." (Chambers & Partners 2008)
Michael James "gives clear and readily understandable advice, resolutely commercial, a very impressive advocate". (Legal 500, 2007)
"Thorough and approachable" Michael James supplements a strong general practice with a niche strength on foreign jurisdiction points. Moreover, he was praised for his client manner and bold advocacy "committed, creative and succinct." (Chambers & Partners 2007)
Areas of Emphasis
- International disputes
- Sales of goods
- Transport
- Commercial agency
- Company disputes
- Injunctions
- Contractual disputes
- Insolvency
- Directors’ disqualification
- Warranty claims
- Restraint of trade
Career & Associations
- Open Scholar at Christ Church, Oxford
- Called to the Bar 1976
- Trained mediator
- Reads French and German
- Member of the Chancery Bar Association
Publications
- "Litigation with a Foreign Aspect" published by Oxford University Press
- Articles in Law Society Gazette, Solicitors Journal and Insolvency Practitioner on: directors’ disqualification, international employment contracts and insolvencies involving ships
- Chapter on “Enforcing American and Other Foreign Judgments in England” in the 1991 Comparative Law Year Book of International Business
- Wrote commentary on EC Insolvency Regulation in Enterprise Chambers Guide to Insolvency Legislation.
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