Direct Access Barrister
Oliver Nunn
Direct Access Barrister
Oliver Nunn
Oliver is a specialist Barrister who practises in Commercial, Housing, Property and Equine litigation.
His expertise in Landlord & Tenant litigation has seen him recognised as a leading barrister by the Legal 500 in the Midlands. He is similarly ranked in Chambers & Partners. Oliver is a popular Barrister in Landlord & Tenant cases involving possession and rent arrears recovery.
Oliver has significant experience in Commercial litigation and is regularly instructed to advise and represent businesses in relation to contractual disputes and debt recovery.
He also receives instructions in Equine litigation. These are typically cases involving disputes about the sale of a horse, or the supply of goods and services in relation to horses.
Oliver provides advice to clients in writing and/or in meetings. He drafts legal documents and represents his clients at Court hearings, including applications and trials.
Clients instruct Oliver for his:
- Clarity of advice,
- Excellent subject knowledge,
- Pragmatism in suggesting what course of action to take,
- Focus on the commercial interests of his clients,
- Advocacy skill,
- Local reputation.
He is a highly rated, busy and popular Barrister.
Oliver is also an Honorary Associate Professor of Law at the University of Leicester.
Area of Law
Asset Recovery
See 'Commercial' section.
Business and Corporate
See 'Commercial' section.
Commercial
Oliver is regularly instructed by clients involved in commercial and business disputes to:
- Draft legal documents, including Court paperwork,
- Give advice in meetings on the law, prospects of success in cases and what steps to take,
- Represent clients at Court hearings, trials and alternative dispute resolution appointments.
He is experienced in advising and representing clients who are involved in both ‘business to business’ and ‘business to consumer’ disputes. He accepts instructions in relation to the recovery and enforcement of debts and other commercial or contractual disputes.
Oliver is experienced in a range of commercial and equine disputes, including claims involving contracts for the sale of:
- Goods or services,
- Machinery or equipment,
- Vehicles/goods which are discovered to have been stolen or defective,
- Horses and equestrian equipment/services,
Oliver is an experienced equine lawyer, assisting horse riders, owners and businesses who provide goods and services to the equestrian market, with legal disputes.
Oliver helps clients enforce judgments with applications regarding warrants, charging orders, third party debt orders and orders for sale.
Oliver offers clear, concise and comprehensive advice, sympathetic to the wider commercial interest of the client.
Housing and Social Welfare
See 'Landlord & Tenant' Section.
Landlord and Tenant
Oliver is a recognised expert in Landlord & Tenant litigation. He is ranked as a leading barrister in the field by the legal directories ‘Legal 500’ and ‘Chambers & Partners’.
He typically advises and represents landlords in recovering possession of property, where there are rent arrears, anti-social behaviour and damage by tenants.
Oliver gives clients clear advice in this complex area of law and can assist with drafting documents such as ‘section 21’ and ‘section 8’ notices, ensuring compliance with technical requirements. He also prepares Court documents for clients, such as Claim Forms, Defences and Application Notices.
Oliver advises clients about what steps to take next in order to achieve their objectives and represents them at Court hearings and trials, to achieve the best possible outcome.
“I find Oliver Nunn’s attention to detail and thinking outside the box a breath of fresh air. He has great reasoning that he puts in a plain, simple language to help clients better understand the complexities of the law.” - Chambers & Partners: 2023
“He is personable, supportive and cares about his client. He takes extensive notes, has excellent in-depth knowledge of his area, and is a persuasive and impressive advocate." - Legal500: 2025
Property
Oliver provides advice and representation to clients involved in a variety of Property disputes, ranging from arguments about boundaries, leases and rights over land including access.
He has particular expertise in cases involving landlords & tenants, including those which are not residential tenancies, such as agricultural and commercial tenancies. There are often overlaps with Oliver’s other specialist practice areas, including his commercial, agricultural and equine expertise.
Oliver offers expert, supportive and pragmatic advice. He typically finds that site visits are helpful in Property cases, to ensure clients are able to give him the full picture, allowing comprehensive and helpful advice to be given.
He assists clients by advising in meetings, drafting documents and representing them at Court hearings.
What sort of work do I do?
Oliver advises his clients about what steps to take in relation to a dispute, with a view to achieving the best available outcome, including avoiding Court where possible. He gives advice on the different options available and the client's prospects of success.
Oliver drafts legal documents for his clients, including Claim Forms, Defences and Application Notices. He can also draft Notices Seeking Possession of property, such as 'section 8' and 'section 21' notices.
Oliver represents clients in settlement meetings, mediation and arbitration appointments. He also drafts letters which clients can use to send to people with whom they are having a legal dispute, or the lawyers who represent them.
Oliver represents his clients at Court hearings and trials in the County Court and High Court. He presents arguments to Judges on behalf of his clients and conducts the cross examination of witnesses.
He has a clear, concise and robust style of advocacy which helps to present his client's case in the most persuasive way possible.
Oliver's experience, skill and reputation make him a popular Barrister who is frequently instructed to provide advice and representation for all aspects of Commercial, Housing, Property and Equine disputes.
Who do I work for?
In Housing disputes, Oliver predominantly represents Landlords who are looking to secure possession of a property rented to tenants, including the recovery of rent arrears.
In Property, he works with owners of land and buildings, including agricultural and commercial property.
In Commercial cases, Oliver's clients are typically business owners, company directors or sole traders, who are involved in a contractual dispute with another business or one of their customers. He also represents businesses in pursuing the recovery of debts and in enforcing judgments.
Oliver's Equine clients are horse owners/riders or businesses who provide goods and services to the equestrian market.