Daniel has a broad commercial practice with particular expertise in contractual disputes, franchise agreements, insurance matters (including the impact of COVID-19 on business interruption insurance), commercial property, public procurement, insolvency and issues involving consumer rights.

Daniel’s recent caseload includes:

  • Q v C – a claim relating to breach of a hire agreement and the reasonableness of exclusion clauses;
  • A dispute with a public services company for payment to a consultant of a performance related incentive;
  • O v W – a claim by a franchisor against a franchisee for breach of the franchise agreement;
  • A dispute with a construction professional for failing to design and install plant equipment correctly;
  • F v A – a claim against a facilities maintenance company for failing to supply services with due skill and care;
  • A v Q – an application for order for sale of commercial property between former business partners;
  • J v C – a claim against a property management company for failing to comply with repairing covenants in the lease, including a claim for the proper construction of the lease;
  • B v W – a claim by a utility company against an individual for non-payment of bills;
  • A v I – a claim relating to the bailment of goods and unjust enrichment.
  • Qualifications & awards:

    • LLB (Hons) from Durham University
    • BTPC – Outstanding, UWE
    • ADR Group Accredited Civil & Commercial Mediator
    • St John’s Chambers Mooting competition (2017) – Winner
  • Professional memberships:

    • Chancery Bar Association
    • Property Bar Association (Associate Member)
    • Western Circuit
  • Daniel Soar is regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) and holds a current practising certificate. If you are not satisfied with the service provided, please read here.