Jon joined our Bournemouth office in January 2005 having previously been called to the Bar in 2003 and having gained over 17 years experience of local authority matters. Now cross-qualified as a solicitor, he is based in Oxfordshire with a growning client base in the Thames Valley and London, although he practices throughout the country from Cowes to Newcastle, Folkstone to Holyhead.
He lectures widely on regulatory matters, both to the trade and to fellow professionals, local authorities and enforcement officers, using his extensive technical as well as legal knowledge of these subjects. His previous employment in an enforcement role with local authorities gives him a distinct advantage in defending clients who find themselves the target of enforcement action.
His clients include large organisations such as the National Trust as well as smaller businesses and various local authorities. For details of some of the organisations that Jon has provided legal services or training, please click here.
Jon's work areas include;
- Defending actions in relation to;
Food Hygiene,
Health and Safety,
Fire Safety,
Housing,
Park Homes and Caravan Sites,
Public Health,
Environmental protection, including nuisance proceedings.
Jon is recommended by the Legal 500 guide to the legal profession.
Please note that are instructions are accepted only for Jon to act as a solicitor, not a barrister. If you require a barrister, please contact us and we can arrange for one to be instructed or alternatively, visit the Bar Council's website. If you intend to search for Jon on the Law Society's website, he is listed as Mr J Godfrey-Payne.
Contact the team on 0800 043 053 8 or 01202 551 991
