JMW Solicitors LLP houses a growing practice known for acting in appeals against Traffic Commissioner decisions and public inquiries. Having joined the firm in October 2023 from Backhouse Jones, the 'wonderful technical' Laura Hadzik and the 'highly knowledgeable and skilled' Scott Bell act as joint practice heads. Hadzik is a regulatory expert who routinely represents clients in cases concerning breaches of Bus Open Data Service (BODS) requirements, while Bell is noted for his deep knowledge of operator licensing in relation to corporate transactions and insolvency issues. Patrick Boyers is well-versed in matters concerning public transport policy, and notable handles prosecutions against e-bike vendors brought by the DVSA.
Testimonials
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- 'The team is highly motivated. Excellent knowledge, both practical and legal, is capably demonstrated from the outset. Refreshing to see such talent in what is a highly specialised area of law and regulatory compliance.'
- 'Highly motivated, very healthy and commendable approach to opportunity and diversity in all respects. Good to see such a happy team.'
- 'From the initial consultation to the successful resolution of our case our experience with Scott Bell has been excellent. It is evident that he is highly knowledgeable and skilled at what he does, the service and advice that we have received has been of the highest quality and we would highly recommend Scott.'
- 'Laura Hadzik did a fantastic job would highly recommend her.'
- 'An experienced commercial transport team with full knowledge of the operator licence regulatory system.'
- 'Laura Hadzik and Scott Bell are both experienced professionals in their field. Approachable, friendly and genuine, they can confidently put their money where their mouths are when it comes to relevant subject matter.'
- 'Laura Hadzik and Scott Bell are leaders in the field of road and passenger transport, Supported by Patrick Boyers, they offer a one stop shop for commercial transport needs.'
- 'Laura Hadzik hold the unique position of being a wonderful technical lawyer, excellent, sensible, advocate and thoroughly great person.'
Key clients
- Synchgo Limited
- Go Ahead Group
- Speedy Services
- Universal Tanker Group Limited
- United Utilities
- Greene King
- Parking Eye
- LWC Drinks
- British Parking Association
- UK Parking Control Ltd
- Smart Parking
- Coopers Waste Management Services (Staffordshire) Limited
Work highlights
- Represented an electric bike distributor in connection with a DVSA prosecution for placing electric bikes on the market without the appropriate type-approval.
- Represented a large national haulage company in a public inquiry before the Traffic Commissioner following multiple bridge strike incidents involving its vehicles.
- Advised a haulage business in connection with a rescue package following the insolvency of a large Welsh Haulier, securing a new operator’s licence in 2 days, and safeguarding the jobs of circa 100 staff by facilitating continuation of the business.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Laura Hadzik, Scott Bell