Crime; sports law., Guildhall Chambers
Crime; sports law.
Richard is a criminal and sports law barrister, with over 30 years’ experience at the Bar and some 20 years described as a "Leading Silk". He has been described in the independent Chambers UK Guide as a barrister who "achieves incredible results from seemingly impossible situations" and as being "refreshingly unstuffy, proactive and a high-quality lawyer." “An outstanding criminal barrister who is held in the highest regards by peers and clients alike”. Those who have instructed Richard note that “his client care and courtroom skills are exemplary; he prepares very thoroughly and is very responsive."
King’s College, London (1985 LLB).
Western Circuit • Regional Bar
Richard Smith KC – Guildhall Chambers 'Richard is a master of court craft. He is naturally and understatedly commanding and authoritative. He is a master of making the most difficult ideas sound straightforward and is strategically faultless.'
Western Circuit • Regional Bar
Richard Smith KC – Guildhall Chambers ‘Richard’s vast experience and deep knowledge of sports, especially rugby, combined with his fine judgement makes him a leading sports law silk in England and Wales.’