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Real Estate Litigation - Wales & Chester (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Owain Rhys James of Civitas Law is a very talented property barrister. He has expert knowledge of numerous matters including leasing issues, trust disputes involving real property, boundary disputes and right of way disputes.
Strengths
Owain Rhys James is always willing to help.
Immigration - Wales & Chester (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Owain Rhys James of Civitas Law is a leading Welsh barrister with an active practice in immigration, asylum and trafficking matters before the First-tier Tribunal and Upper Tribunal. He represents claimants and the Home Secretary.
Strengths
He is a great advocate. He's very measured and good at getting to the point.
Social Housing - Wales & Chester (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Owain Rhys James is a leading expert on the Renting Homes (Wales) Act, advising the Welsh Government in relation to transitional provisions, as well as representing registered social landlords in reviewing and drafting occupational contracts. His work also spans possession hearings.
Strengths
Owain Rhys James is an incredibly intelligent individual who is very knowledgeable and thorough.
He is very knowledgeable, easy to communicate with and provides sound advice.
Owain is exceptional in terms of his legal knowledge and responsiveness.
Commercial Dispute Resolution - Wales & Chester (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Owain Rhys James' broad practice includes commercial law as well as property and public matters. He is frequently instructed on construction disputes and acts for both claimants and defendants.
Strengths
He has a proper track record of doing commercial work.
Administrative & Public Law - The Regions (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Owain Rhys James appears in a wide array of administrative and public law cases on behalf of claimants and respondents. He has particular experience of claims involving immigration and asylum. He is also experienced in matters involving welfare benefits, local government law and planning.
Strengths
Owain is very good in his area.
Chancery - Wales & Chester (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Owain Rhys James of Civitas Law is a notable chancery barrister acting in contentious cases and advising on chancery and trust issues. He has particular expertise in family disputes involving agricultural land and other rural properties.
Strengths
Owain James is always willing to help.