Commercial
Alex has advised and litigated in a range of different areas, including sale of goods, fraudulent and negligent misrepresentation, agency agreements, guarantees and partnerships. He has experience of applying for injunctions in the County Court and the High Court.
Alex is regularly instructed by insurers and insureds to advise in coverage disputes arising out of insurance contracts.
Alex has developed a particular specialisation in franchising disputes, and has acted for both franchisors and franchisees in relation to such issues as termination, restrictive covenants, misrepresentation and interim injunctive relief. In recent years he has advised on and appeared in cases relating to franchise agreements in such diverse areas as snack-vending-machines, driving instruction, dog-training, pizza delivery, kitchen refurbishment and the operation of a gym.
Selected Cases
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- Crown Office Chambers feature in three of The Lawyers Top 20 cases of 2019
- Goldscheider v Royal Opera House: Defendant granted permission to appeal on all issues
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Qualifications
- Astbury Scholar, Middle Temple
- Diploma in Law, City University
- English Literature, Oriel College, Oxford
Memberships
- PIBA
- PNBA
- TECBAR
Recommendations
“His advice is very thorough and practical.”
Legal 500 2017
“Particularly experienced in defending fraudulent PI claims.”
Legal 500 2017
“He provides very good response times, and is clear and to-the-point.”
Legal 500 2017
“He is thorough, calm, professional and has a great attention to detail. He’s a very good courtroom advocate.”
Chambers & Partners 2016
“He has a detailed, yet pragmatic approach.”
Legal 500 2016
“He is very good on his feet and solicitors have every confidence in him.”
Legal 500 2015