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Stone King LLP

Transport: Road: Regulatory

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Our Transport and Regulatory Department has a number of key strands of work including:

•             Public Inquiry work;

We do a substantial number of public inquiries both in the road haulage sector and the bus and coach sector, including both large and smaller operators.  We work nationwide and increasingly undertake appeals on the behalf of operators.

•             Magistrates and Crown Court defence

We conduct many Magistrates Courts' hearings including all aspects of defence in criminal litigation from first hearings to legal arguments and trials. Andrew Banks and Peter Woodhouse, both Partners at Stone King, have higher rights of audience, one in both jurisdictions. Andrew in particular acts as advocate in the Crown Court where he prepares cases and conducts all types of hearings including jury trials.

•             Employment advice into the transport sector

Peter Woodhouse has a particular interest in employment law in the transport sector and has advised on that for many years. Stone King has a team of HR practitioners who work alongside lawyers so minimising any disruption when matters pass from HR to legal. 

In addition, Stone King advises on commercial issues such as procurement, business property transactions and contracts.

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Transport: Road: Regulatory - UK-wide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Stone King is recognised for its strength in representing haulier operators in public inquiries. The firm is also well equipped to appear in the magistrates' and Crown courts to defend clients in prosecutions. It possesses expertise in transport-related employment matters. The team has a notable focus on representing bus operators, particularly with regard to maintenance and timetabling issues. It also demonstrates experience handling matters pertaining to DVSA investigations, as well as hearings before the Traffic Commissioners.
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Strengths

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  • They have extensive experience and knowledge, combined with a detailed understanding of the wider bus and coach industry.

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  • Stone King has a very knowledgeable and experienced team of law experts.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Andrew Banks
    Andrew Banks

    Andrew Banks

    Andrew Banks represents clients in public inquiries relating to maintenance, compliance and serious road traffic accidents, among other matters. He has additional experience advocating in the courts and Upper Tribunal on a range of operator licensing and regulatory issues.

    • We were extremely happy with the service Andrew gave.

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    • Andrew is experienced, knowledgeable and understanding, and always well briefed and keen to explore all options when looking for solutions.

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    • Andrew is excellent and an extremely valued member of the team with an extensive knowledge base.

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