Steven Hayden

An experienced barrister since 2010, Steven has represented many clients in small claims proceedings and offers a free 30-minute consultation.

My approach

I am here to guide, assist and help you through it.  I engage with everyone I represent in the same way, direct, upfront and honest.  I am friendly and approachable, offering a free 30-minute initial telephone consultation.  After this, my fees are fixed so that you know exactly what you are spending and what you getting back in return.  I have no hidden fees and this upfront approach is one less issue for you to worry about.

I pride myself on my attention to detail and high client care, which allows me to grasp cases quickly and empathise with those I work so hard to represent.  

My work

Small claims proceedings can involve a huge range of issues and so the best option really is to get in touch and then, with my free 30-minuter consultation, we can discuss the best way that I can assist you.

About me

I completed my training (known as pupillage) back in 2010 when I practiced exclusively in crime.  Throughout the first few years of my career I was regularly instructed in cases ranging from the Youth Court to the Crown Court.  Whilst I predominantly defended, I occasionally prosecuted for the Department for Work and Pensions, The London Probation Service and The Crown Prosecution Service.  Since then my work has diversified into the areas of civil disputes, personal injury and most recently family law.  I receive instructions from local authorities, businesses and individuals.  After several years of practicing, my workload is now a mix of attending court and papers-based work from chambers, which would often involve advising clients on evidence and prospects of success. 

What my clients say

Steven and I have worked together for many years and he is our main Counsel for all our PI work.  He is dependable and we trust him to get the job done

MH – professional client 

Steven was instructed on a high value PI case involving historic rape, he successfully appealed against a Master’s decision not to set aside the Claimant’s default judgment and went on to achieve a fantastic result for the Client.  His attention to detail was meticulous and we have instructed him on multiple cases since

GDC – professional client

Steven’s attention to detail and ability to grasp the complex issues in a case makes him our primary choice when it comes to instructing Counsel.  He is approachable, personable and dependable and we have confidently recommended him to other firms

LE – professional client

We had never instructed a barrister directly but found Steven very approachable and easy to communicate with.  His service was fantastic and we have continued to use him and recommend him to others

KH – lay client (direct access) 

We instructed Steven when a family member was accused of a criminal offence they did not commit.  Steven’s attention to detail was second to none and his presence in court was powerful and compelling.  We appreciated how he was always willing to give his time and how clearly he explained things to us; she was acquitted

MH – lay client (direct access) 

Steven provided a level of support that went beyond my expectations.  He believed in me when no one else did and he helped me through the complicated and difficult legal process                                                          

TA – lay client (direct access)