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Richard Smith KC

Richard Smith KC

Guildhall Chambers, South West

Work Department

Crime; sports law.

Position

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."

Career

Called 1986;

Memberships

CBA. Middle Temple; recorder 2000; QC 2001; appointed to panel of chairman of the Sports Dispute Resolution Panel; appointed as Appeal Board Chairman and Specialist Member of the FA Judicial Panel.

Education

King’s College, London (1985 LLB).

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