Private Hearings and Judicial Services.

Who Are You?

Judge David Kinnear calls on 20+ years of business and legal experience in the perspective be brings to the table in hearing matters before him. Parties can be assured of a fair and impartial hearing on the evidence presented and representations made in the agreed time – with the advantage of his pragmatic style and focus in ensuring a clear decision is made upon which the parties can move forward.

David Kinnear is both a Barrister and Accredited Civil & Commercial Mediator. He calls on 20+ years of business and legal experience in the perspective be brings to the table for his clients. He provides confidential, cost-effective and timely legal services – advising clients in a variety of civil and commercial matters. He represents clients before Courts, Government Regulatory Bodies and in other hearing formats, such as arbitration, mediation and adjudication. Learn more about David here.

Member: Bar of England & Wales, New York State Bar Association, New York City Bar Association, Federation of Integrated Conflict Management, The Society of Mediators, The Civil Mediation Council, and the Mediator Network.

Who Are You?

David Kinnear is both a Barrister and Accredited Civil & Commercial Mediator. He calls on 20+ years of business and legal experience in the perspective be brings to the table for his clients. He provides confidential, cost-effective and timely legal services – advising clients in a variety of civil and commercial matters. He represents clients before Courts, Government Regulatory Bodies and in other hearing formats, such as arbitration, mediation and adjudication. Learn more about David here.

Member: Bar of England & Wales, New York State Bar Association, New York City Bar Association, Federation of Integrated Conflict Management, The Society of Mediators, The Civil Mediation Council, and the Mediator Network.

Can I Get Legal Advice Via Video Or ‘Phone? Yes.

Especially in light of COVID-19 travel and social distancing restrictions, legal advice can be offered via telephone or via video using common video platforms that everyone can access, such as Zoom. In other words, advice can be provided and disputes can be resolved without anyone having to leave their home. We use a state-of-the-art platform specifically desgined for the management of any hearings or negotiations we host, including fully-encrypted communications. No technical experience is necessary – it is very simple and intuitive to use. The only requirement is an internet connection.

What Does Representation Cost?

Simple fixed time and fixed fee pricing options are available – and also bespoke package options in more complex cases – bringing most services well within reach for everyone. In some cases, there may be public funding available and increasingly there are private funding options also. It’s always worth asking.

Do You Carry Insurance? Yes.

David holds £1 million in professional liability insurance, which may be increased on a matter-to-matter basis – based on the facts of the situation under consideration.

Is Our Conversation Confidential? Yes.

In short, lawyer-client communications are privileged (which is lawyer-speak for confidential) – except in very rare circumstances, which are unlikely to occur.