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James Hume

Year of Call: 2023
Email Address: [email protected]
Telephone: 020 7583 8055

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Clerks Details

  • Clerk Name: David Fielder
  • Clerk Telephone: 020 7583 8055
  • Clerk Email: [email protected]
  • Clerk Name: Oliver Bradley
  • Clerk Telephone: 020 7583 8055
  • Clerk Email: [email protected]

Overview

James Hume is a barrister with a focus on commercial litigation and arbitration as well as property and construction law. He began his 12-month pupillage at 3PB's London office in October 2024, having previously worked as an Aviation officer in The Fleet Air Arm of the Royal Navy.

As part of the Fleet Air Arm, James gained five years of front-line experience concisely conveying information to NATO command structures of varying language ability. Additionally, he has over a decade of experience in working in naval squadrons and ships, demonstrating advanced teamwork and interpersonal skills in pressured environments. As a Maritime Warfare Centre doctrine lead and subject matter expert, James was regularly required to communicate and advise Senior Officers on key deliverable commercial contracts.

James received a degree from the University of York in Physics with Astrophysics, after which he received a merit in a foundation degree in Military Aviation Studies studying base principles, aircraft technical components and their uses. James later attended The Open University, receiving a Second Class Honours in LLB (Hons), followed by earning a Merit from the National Paralegal College a level 7 Diploma in Paralegal Practice. James then attended the City Law School where he studied the bar course LLM, focusing on commercial law.

Throughout his pupillage, James has gained experience in complex commercial, property and construction cases involving:

  • Interim injunctions
  • Breach of contract claims
  • Insolvency petitions
  • Defective Premises Act work
  • Possession Claims
  • Easement disputes
  • Adverse possession
  • Adjudication enforcement

He is also a keen Triathlete and has previously competed in Ironman Triathlon distances. He also enjoys reading, board games and painting.

Expertise

  • Commercial
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    James Hume’s commercial practice focuses on contractual disputes, insolvency, property and construction matters, and procedural applications in commercial contexts. He regularly advises and represents corporates, charities, private individuals, and trustees.

    James’ practice encompasses a broad range of commercial disputes, including matters involving contract interpretation, breach of warranty, subcontractor liability, professional obligations, and procedural and jurisdictional challenges. He has developed significant experience in navigating multi-party disputes, including Part 20 claims, contribution claims, and insolvency-related proceedings, and is adept at balancing legal strategy with commercial outcomes.

    Before joining 3PB, James worked as an Aviation officer in The Fleet Air Arm of the Royal Navy and more recently as the Doctrine Lead and Expert to Maritime Warfare Centre. During this time, James gained front-line experience concisely conveying information to NATO command structures of varying language ability and was regularly required to communicate and advise Senior Officers on key deliverable commercial contracts.

    Recent and Ongoing Work

    • Acting in proceedings involving enforceability of personal guarantees, default judgment, and bankruptcy-related considerations, with a focus on procedural strategy and recovery of debts.
    • Acting for Trustees in bankruptcy in sale and possession applications, including managing TOLATA claims by family members and protecting the estate’s assets.
    • Representing claimants in matters involving enforceability of conditions in agreements, such as rights in transfers of property or chattels.
    • Advising on and making applications under CPR Part 11 (jurisdiction disputes), Part 24 (summary judgment), and restoration of claims, including forum non conveniens arguments, default judgment challenges, and reinstatement applications.
    • Acting for clients in disputes arising from residential building works and services, including advising on contractual entitlement, assessing defective work, and counterclaims.
    • Representing clients in matters requiring compliance with Companies Act provisions, including registration of legal charges and associated procedural safeguards.
    • Representing subcontractors and their insurers in claims alleging negligent works and consequential damage, including allocation of liability between parties in multi-tier contracts.
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