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Road Transport Lawyers for HGV and PSV Operators and Drivers in the UK and around Europe. We provide simple, straightforward, and practical legal solutions to all your transport problems. We represent motorists nationwide, whether they are looking to avoid a disqualification or to defend a prosecution. Read more...
Also known as - Smith Bowyer Clarke Road Transport Lawyers, SBC Motoring Law
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Client Reviews
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Carl
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I approached this solicitor as I was applying for an operators licence for my new company after a recent application. I honestly thought I was heading for a public enquiry. However with the expert knowledge and professional approach by Murray Oliver this was avoided and I had my operators licence granted.
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Susan
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Very professional and prompt service with excellent service
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Matter Type:
Goods vehicles - operators licence
Anonymous
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I enlisted the help of Smith Bowyer Clarke in January 2025, for preparation into my upcoming P.I.The professional service & expertise were second to none, Would highly recommend.
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gagan
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Millicent Dooher represented me at traffic commissioner office in Cambridge.I was very pleased with the outcome of my case regarding hgv licence.will definitely recommend this firm to anyone looking for solicitors services. Thank you Millicent 😊
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Phil
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I was accused of intending to drive whilst over the alcohol limit. I was also accused of refusing to give a breath test reading at the police station.
Smith Boyer Clarke, after hearing my side of the events clearly explained what to do. With their professional assistance both before the court date and on the court date i retained my driving licence.
I would also like to add that at the court i was made to feel at ease and was fully made aware of everything that would happen.
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Matter Type:
Failure to furnish identification
Luke Spencer
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Laura newton helped turn a negative experience into a positive one for me, from day 1 she advised me in the correct manner, professional, friendly and approachable.
I was very happy with the service I received and felt good value for money. I would not hesitate to use Laura’s services again if needed and would be happy to recommend her!
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Tim Holmes
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Very good very professional helpful easy first class
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Dangerous driving
Laura
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Thank you so much for your support over the last few months. Amazing service from yourself and also from jas
A representative from Smith Bowyer Clarke responded to this review on 07 February, 2025:
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Naveed
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They are excellent and professional people,They are super professional
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Nick
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As professional tacho drivers, a colleague and I were recently caught out by VOSA.
We had been summoned to magistrates court, to face a series of allegations in regard to alleged breach of regulations.
Unsure of our legal position we contact Harry at SBC for help and advice.
Harry, a gentleman barrister with considerable significant legal experience, provided us with a crucial oversight of the issues at hand.
He explained the legality of the allegations, and the strategic options available in regard to defense. He also accurately outlined likelihood of outcome.
His help was impartial, constructive, reassuring ( under the circumstances) and crucial.
When backed into a corner, you need good people around you.. and if ever in a tight spot, legally, again - I know who to call.
Much appreciated, Harry and the Team!
N and A.
Leicester
A representative from Smith Bowyer Clarke responded to this review on 29 November, 2024:
Dear Nick, Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us. Best of luck in the future!
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Marc
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I do not often publish reviews because I reserve them only when I am either very satisfied or very dissatisfied with the product or service rendered.
Regarding Smith Bowyer Clarke, I was extremely satisfied with the collaboration with this company. I had the opportunity to get advices from professionals who were very responsive and perfectly mastered their subject (Simon Clarke in my specific case). I therefore recommend this company.
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Matter Type:
Goods vehicles - operators licence
Christopher
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Harry Bowyer from Smith Bowyer Clarke, helped us with a public enquiry, he was very efficient and professional and we got a very good outcome at the enquiry thanks to Harry, much appreciated
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Mark
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Due to a misunderstanding I was stuck with €10k of ULEZ fines. SBC helped me to reduce this to €1.5k A very prompt and professional service. Thanks
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Failure to furnish identification
Thistle
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Cannot recommend highly enough Laura Newton, who got the fine reduced considerably and points reduced for a speeding charge. Without the help of Laura contacting Cumbria Court and explaning that my address had changed and not receiving notice of this to reply back in time, the fee was going to be £1,150.00 fine and 6 points. Laura did an amazing job to get all reduced considerably!!!!
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Matter Type:
Speeding offences
Luca
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Highly recommend SBC! Honest, transparent and professional legal services. I was represented by Millicent who is a superb barrister! SBC are very informative and supportive and adopt a fixed fee system. Thank you again Millicent and SBC
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The road transport industry is one of the most heavily regulated in Europe and can often appear confusing. That’s why you need a law firm that knows the industry inside out. Many of our lawyers are CPC accredited Transport Managers and have an insight into the practicalities of running a compliant road transport business. Smith Bowyer Clarke are firmly on the side of the Operator and Driver – We do not prosecute for the CPS or the DVSA.
