Direct access barrister
Sunil Rupasinha
Barrister · Kent Traffic Law · Called 1983
Are you at risk of losing your driving licence? I understand the devastation that loss of licence can cause with its effects on work and family life. My specialisation is saving driving licences (as you can see at...
Regions served: London and South East
About Sunil
Are you at risk of losing your driving licence? I understand the devastation that loss of licence can cause with its effects on work and family life. My specialisation is saving driving licences (as you can see at [www.kenttrafficlaw.co.uk](http://www.kenttrafficlaw.co.uk)) in that I don't do any other area of work. Kent Traffic Law is the specialist, motoring defence practice that I set up over a decade ago when I left my London Chambers.
I've 35 years of experience during which I have helped literally hundreds of motorists to save their licences and keep their lives on track. I adopt a friendly approach giving clients sound and straightforward advice.
If you are at risk of a disqualification through speeding, 'totting' (reaching 12 penalty points on your licence), or through any other motoring offence prosecution, and whether you wish to plead 'Guilty' or 'Not Guilty,' I have the knowledge and experience of road traffic cases to obtain the best result your circumstances will allow.
My approach
- When we discuss your case the first telephone conversation is free whilst I assess how I can help you. Then fixed fees are quoted (payable in advance).
- I give friendly and straightforward advice. I am on your side.
- You deal only with me. Once I agree to appear for you on any given date I commit to dealing with your case.
- I am flexible: when we discuss your case we can meet face to face (preferred), or virtually or by telephone.
- I am based in Kent but can and do appear in courts all over London and the South East.
- If you instruct me to appear in court on your behalf I will fight 'tooth and nail' to obtain the best result your circumstances will allow.
About me
I have a wife and 3 children. I attended university in Cardiff where I was elected to the students' union executive. I found I liked public speaking. This fondness for advocacy led me to qualify as a barrister. I have spent 20 plus years in London Chambers practising in the full range of criminal courts. I was promoted to the 'A' list of the Attorney General's list of advocates in recognition of my ability as a top level barrister.
Notable cases
I have always done motoring offence cases, ever since I was a pupil barrister, often appearing on behalf of clients of the AA. Typical cases in which I now represent clients are those of motorists who face a driving disqualification for speeding or because they are facing a penalty points disqualification (they have reached 12 penalty points on their licences). I will advise clients in advance on how to gather the evidence they need to have the best chance of succeeding in court (see 'what my clients say', below). I can represent you if you are accused of any of the following:
- Driving without due care and attention
- Speeding
- Drink driving or drug driving offences / failure to provide specimens
- Failing to stop or report an accident
- Driving licence or insurance offences
- Using a mobile phone
- If you are pleading 'Guilty' I specialise in avoiding driving bans especially in the following situations:-
- Speeding or 'totting up' (where you have reached 12 or more penalty points on your licence)
- Where you are arguing that 'special reasons' exist
Professional & academic
LL.B. Hons Cardiff University
Bar Finals taken at the Inns of Court School of Law, Holborn, London.
Member of the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple
Member of the South Eastern Circuit
'A' list on the Attorney General's List of Advocates (for over 10 years)
You can learn more about this barrister at [www.kenttrafficlaw.co.uk](http://www.kenttrafficlaw.co.uk)
What clients say
You can read reviews of my work left independently online if you copy and paste this link: http://bit.ly/2oNaAN8 Lucy faced a 'totting ban
I can thoroughly recommend the services of Sunil Rupasinha if you are facing a driving disqualification. He provided an amazing service and got me off a six month driving ban that would have caused me personal and professional disaster. He knows the system back to front, is a reassuring support throughout the process and a brilliant advocate in court. I didn't know I was a model citizen until I heard Sunil's plea on my behalf based on the detailed mitigation bundle he helped me put together in my defence. I now have cause to thank Sunil every day that I am still driving (very carefully, of course!)' Lucy McCarraher Publisher and Author Norwich, Norfolk. Liam was caught speeding at 127 mph
I was caught speeding at 127 mph...which resulted in a fine and 6 penalty points..Most importantly I was not banned from driving. I have no hesitation in recommending Sunil and consider it was a very prudent investment to engage his services. My advice to anyone who is potentially at risk of losing his licence, this is the man who may well prevent that and save your livelihood.' 12th December, 2016 Liam Yewdall, Farmer, Middlesborough Phil had been speeding in excess of 100 mph and faced a driving disqualification and consequent loss of job
I very highly recommend Sunil (Kent Traffic Law) who recently represented me in court regarding a speeding case. I received a driving ban, but it was hugely reduced in time due to the guidance and professional service that he gave. I go as far to say that Sunil saved me not only a huge fine but more importantly my Job. A very professional service, I would highly recommend him.' Phil Smith, marketing executive, Surrey (9th March, 2017) Abdul faced a driving disqualification
I instructed Sunil Rupasinha as a direct access barrister. In the end, having also consulted a solicitor, I found that he was the only one who, from the very beginning, gave me honest and straightforward advice. This was followed up by an excellent plea in mitigation in court. If you get the chance, instruct him for your road traffic matter.' Abdul Mohamed, 2nd March, 2017 Nicky faced a speeding ban
I was caught speeding at 118mph. I am a pharmacist and require my driving licence for my job. As soon as I contacted Sunil I found his advice to be expert and pragmatic. He advised me of the documentation I would need to prepare my mitigation. At court he expertly conveyed my case to the best possible effect. He secured a fantastic result: I was not disqualified at all! He was not cheap, but, he was excellent value for money.' Nicky Patel, Walsall Aaron faced a speeding ban
Areas of practice
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