Introduction
Rod is an experienced advocate with over 30 years call. Has sat as a Deputy District Judge for the last 12 years. Rod's practice mainly involves the Western Circuit, London and the Home Counties but is always willing to travel further afield. Rod is approved by Law Society to provide courses for solicitors requiring CPD points, Previously a Law Lecturer providing Professional and A Level Courses.
Family Law
Rod specialises in Family law, regularly appearing in Ancillary relief, Children matters, (Private and Public law) in the County and High Court.
Civil Law
Rod's Civil work entails - fast track trials and applications, specialising in credit hire and debt recovery.
Criminal Law
Rod has extensive Crown Court and Court of Appeal experience. Recent Trials include: Attempted Murder, Armed Robbery, Fraud, Rape and Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs.
Reported Cases & Publications
AG Ref 46 of 2000 (whether probation unduly lenient sentence for sex offenders.)
Re C a Child EWCA CIV 89
C ( a child) [2010] EWCA Civ 89
Personal Interests
Keeping fit. Mountain Biking, Motorcycling, Running, Theatre and Reading
Terms of Instruction
Mr Hine's terms of business are the Standard Contractual Terms for the Supply of Legal Services by Barristers to Authorised Persons 2012 or such other terms as have been agreed. A copy of the standard terms can be downloaded using the following link.