Michael Bready
I have been in private practice at the Bar of Northern Ireland since 2000 with a very broad practice including civil & commercial disputes, divorce/matrimonial disputes and family law disputes. I am acutely aware of the strains litigation can place on individuals and companies. The role of the Courts is not defunct by any means, but increasingly the availability of alternative means of dispute resolution is becoming more attractive.
Legal
Legal services are offered for clients pursuing or defending claims in civil, commercial or family disputes —providing advice, documentation and representation in court—throughout the legal process.
Mediation
Mediation is a dynamic and interactive process where an independent third party—a mediator—facilitates the parties in dispute to reach agreement. It is increasingly used as an alternative to the court process, allowing for more personal, confidential and timely solutions.
Arbitration
Arbitration is a non-judicial process for the settlement of disputes where an independent third party—an arbitrator—makes a decision that is binding. The role of an Arbitrator is similar to that of a Judge, though the procedures are less formal. Arbitration it is often a preferred option to trial because it can provide a faster, more efficient claims process.
Data Protection Policy
Clients expect businesses to secure their data and treat their information with respect. Barristers are no different and, as such, I want to assure all clients of the care I take with their personal data. With the Briefed Quality Mark in Data Protection I believe I am demonstrating my commitment to the security of personal data. I genuinely understand how the new legislation impacts upon clients and my own role, and what actions I needed to take in order to help me meet the ongoing compliance obligations detailed within GDPR. I have been trained with the skills I need to understand evolving data obligations, to empower me to identify data security risks and instigate improvements. Consequently, I can provide advise on the GDPR legislation generally and specifically the legal impact on clients and potential claims in this area in respect of data breaches.