Richard Lees
Year of Call: 2011
(Solicitor: 2010)
Richard Lees is a Barrister at Kenworthy’s Chambers who specialises in
I found Richard Lees to be prompt and clear with his advice which cut to the nub of the issues, was easy to understand and client-friendly.
Nick Bettridge, Director at Sentinels Solicitors
We achieved a cracking result thanks to Richard Lees! I think the insurer will be delighted too.
Pete Gill, Paralegal at DWF Law LLP
Richard Lees was happy to negotiate on behalf of the client and did so achieving a good result. We are very pleased with Richard and will happily instruct him again and recommend him to others.
Nick Bettridge, Director at Sentinels Solicitors
Extremely reassuring and personable. Richard achieves outstanding results and can be depended upon. Has exceptional advocacy skills and an approach that exudes experience in a calm, down to earth and very effective manner.
Nick Harris, Partner at Simpson Millar LLP
A very nerve-racking and uncomfortable experience made easier due to your professionalism, guidance, and advice. A sincere and grateful thank you.
Anonymised Client
Totally agree with my client in both a professional and personal manner, you are always a pleasure to deal with. Great result.
Sean Wilson, Winn Solicitors
Thank you, Richard Lees for all your hard work. I appreciate this was a difficult case to argue. I am pleased with the result given all the issues and the fact we were awarded costs came as a bonus.
Ashley Mooney, Bike Assist Legal
I regularly instruct Richard Lees on technical and complex Credit Hire matters. Not only is Richard an excellent advocate, he provides unrivalled pre-trial preparation and advice. I often recommend Richard to my colleagues for complex Credit Hire matters.
Benjamin Price, Head of First Party Recovery at Canford Law
Civil Litigation and Costs
Richard Lees is an established Civil Litigation practitioner who accepts instructions on behalf of both claimants and defendants.
As a Civil Barrister, Richard Lees has expert knowledge in both Civil, Criminal and Employment Law. This knowledge of multiple areas of law has proved beneficial to clients.
He has represented clients across the country from Cornwall to Newcastle in a variety of forums from High Court, County Court and Employment Tribunals.
Richard Lees can provide advice on Credit Hire, Fraudulent Claims, and Civil Procedure Rules. He can represent clients for Road Traffic Accidents, Highway Act Claims and building disputes.
If you have a Civil Litigation case you need advice or advocacy for, call our Civil Clerks Michael Jones and Alessandro Saporita-Clark on 0161 832 4036, email [email protected], [email protected] or fill out our contact form.
Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence
As the former Head of Department for Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence, Richard Lees has conducted and advised on everything from straightforward cases to multi-million-pound claims for both claimants and defendants.
His practice covers employer’s liability, public liability, and product liability. He has knowledge and experience of criminal injuries compensation, sporting injuries, clinical negligence and industrial disease.
Richard Lees frequently attends Coroner's Inquests and advises on complex, catastrophic and fatal injuries and accidents.
If you have a Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence case you need advice or advocacy for, call our Civil Clerks Michael Jones or Alessandro Saporita-Clark on 0161 832 4036, email [email protected], [email protected] or fill out our contact form.
Credit Hire
Barrister Richard Lees accepts instructions in Credit Hire proceedings.
If you have a Credit Hire case you need advice or advocacy for, call our Civil Clerks Michael Jones and Matthew Thomas on 0161 832 4036, e-mail [email protected], [email protected] or fill out our contact form.
Public Access
Richard Lees accepts Civil and Employment Law instructions from the general public on a direct access basis for appropriate cases.
Please refer to the below pricing range for Public Access Barrister services. Prices are subject to case type, complexity and seniority or experience of the Barrister. Accurate quotes will be provided before work on the case begins.
Civil Legal Services
| Services | Cost |
|---|---|
| Small Claims: | £500 - £750 + VAT |
| Fast Track Trial: | £650 - £2,250 + VAT |
| Multi Track (Day One): | £2,000 - £5,000 + VAT |
| Multi Track (Additional Days): | £1,000 - £2,000 + VAT |
| Advice & Preparation (Hourly): | £150 - £300 + VAT |
Please contact our Senior Civil Clerk, Michael Jones ([email protected]) for further information.
Employment
| Services | Cost |
|---|---|
| Conference (Hourly): | £175 - £250 + VAT |
| Trial Hearings (Less than 5 Days): | £1,250 - £5,000+ VAT |
| Additional Days: | £750 + VAT |
| Pre-Trial Hearings: | £750 - £1,250 + VAT |
| Advice & Preparation (Hourly): | £175 - £275 + VAT |
Please contact our Employment Clerk, Greg Highton ([email protected]) for further information.
+ Qualifications
- Deputy District Judge
+ Professional Memberships
- Employment Lawyers Association
- Justice of the Peace
- Lincoln's Inn
- Advanced Civil Litigation Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University (Bar Course)
- School Governor
Contact Us
To find out Civil Barrister Richard Lees’ availability for your Civil Litigation case or Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence case, call our Civil Clerks Michael Jones and Matthew Thomas on 0161 832 4036, email [email protected], [email protected] or fill out our contact form.
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