England - London • Crime, fraud and licensing

JMW Solicitors LLP

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The full service national law firm JMW Solicitors LLP is led by financial and business crime specialist Daniel Martin, who is lauded by clients as an ‘excellent strategist’ with ‘an eye for detail’. The practice, which includes serious sexual assault specialist Amy Shaffron, regularly assists clients in cases of organised crime, conspiracy to murder, complex fraud, and EncroChat matters. Senior associate Ben Hall is also a key name within the team.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘An exceptionally strong multidisciplinary practice offering a full suite of capabilities. One of the leading firms in criminal regulatory.’

  • ‘Dan Martin is a stand-out partner. He exudes confidence and strong leadership qualities, along with a capacity for "out of the box" thinking. He demonstrably cares about the stewardship of his cases and his clients.’

  • ‘I find them to be extremely professional and polished.’

  • 'JMW are an extremely strong boutique practice focusing on general and complex crime. I have dealt with the leadership team of the London practice frequently, and they rank with the best. Their core values are about delivering expert advice with the highest levels of client care.'

  • ‘Ben Hall is a senior associate with the business crime department. He is always looking for the best barrister to suit his client's needs and listens to the clerks and trusts their judgement. Overall, a superb professional.’

  • ‘A highly-regarded firm known for its care of white-collar clients and companies, and with a number of dedicated team who work together seamlessly to enable a joined up service to business or individual client. Offering a full and expert service.’

  • ‘Daniel Martin is tenacious and sophisticated in his approach to cases. He spots issues that arise and knows how to navigate the tactical options for the client and to present sound and clear advice. He will always seek out the best result for the client. Ben Hall is experienced in the criminal process and how to seek out the weaknesses in the opposing case.’

  • ‘Dan Martin - star quality. An extremely able and focused solicitor, with an eye for detail and a commercial opportunity. A winning combination. Dan is also an excellent communicator and strategist.’

Key clients

  • Rory McGrath

Work highlights

  • Represented Rory McGrath, who was extradited from the US in relation to an allegation of ABH against a police officer in 1980.
  • Represented an individual charged with conspiracy to supply Class A and Class B drugs, where the evidence is based on EncroChats obtained by the NCA.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Daniel Martin

Other key lawyers

Amy Shaffron, Ben Hall