The Payne Hicks Beach LLP defence and investigations team regularly collaborates with the firm’s privacy and media law team in dealing with sexual assault and harassment matters. Mark Jones leads the practice. Jones, ‘a first class lawyer who knows this area inside out and is committed to the highest standards of client care’, often acts for individuals with high net worth and public images in sensitive sexual assault matters, which often involve non-adults. Jones is often assisted by Hanna Basha, Nick Grant, and Henry Watkinson.
Testimonials
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‘Strong client skills, attentive knowledgable lawyers’
‘Mark Jones is a first class lawyer who knows this area inside out and is committed to the highest standards of client care’
‘A firm well able to handle clients sensitively when there are reputations to be managed. Well-informed lawyers both legally and practically. Very supportive of clients.’
‘Mark Jones is a solicitor who has an excellent matter with clients; able to instil confidence.’
‘A growing presence in this field.’
‘Mark Jones is a star performer - very strong strategic sense, and an excellent manner with anxious clients.’
‘The team is terrific. They are responsive, always available to assist and provide an excellent service to the client. I've always felt very well-supported when instructed. The facilities are brilliant and the team's product is reliably outstanding.’
‘Mark Jones is an absolute stellar individual. He quickly masters material and is fantastic at strategically managing a case, liaising effectively with prosecuting authorities and providing clear, pragmatic advice to the client. I would recommend to anyone facing the prospect of a criminal charge.’
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Mark Jones