Simons Muirhead Burton
Client SatisfactionThe ‘incredibly responsive’ crime and regulatory group at Simons Muirhead Burton specialise in acting for high net worth individuals with strong media presence regarding serious allegations. Phil Smith, ’approachable, straightforward, completely on point’ has over twenty-five years of experience of representing clients in murder and serious sexual assault cases. The ‘extremely intelligent yet empathetic’ Henrietta Ronson is a key point of contact for politicians, elite athletes, and members of the teaching profession concerning sexual allegations. Meanwhile, Anthony Burton CBE, an extremely seasoned practitioner with over forty years of experience, is a renowned expert on the application of the death penalty across the globe.
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Testimonials
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- 'Simons Muirhead & Burton has a good atmosphere as soon as you walk through the door. The customer service is brilliant, nothing is too much for them. They are incredibly responsive.'
- 'Henrietta Ronson is extremely intelligent yet empathetic. She looked at every angle to make sure nothing was missed. She is very approachable and provides an excellent standard of service.'
- 'Thoroughness and attention to detail are their watchwords. Also, the team are excellent communicators with all stakeholders. You really feel you have someone fighting your corner and invested in you as a person.'
- 'Phil Smith is a brilliant advocate, approachable, straightforward, completely on point. He also has hand-picked a great team of individuals who take their cue from him. I would absolutely recommend this firm.'
- 'The practice employs lawyers of deep experience and domain expertise in order to provide a very high standard of service. Communication throughout the firm is highly responsive and clear, both with regard to technical legal matters and administrative issues.'
- 'Henrietta Ronson was the standout individual on the team. She exhibits unparalleled domain expertise and always maintains a very high attention to detail, which was decisive at critical points in the work. A clearly gifted lawyer who maintains the highest ethical and professional standards at all times.'
- 'Phil Smith displayed very strong technical ability in complex circumstances. He exudes competence and experience, which contributed to a sense of calm and control to the work, and a robust balance amongst the team.'
- 'Phil Smith and Henrietta Ronson are a first-rate team. Phil is a hugely experienced criminal practitioner who is unfazed by anything. Henrietta is a new and highly talented partner. I would not hesitate to recommend them.'
Work highlights
- Acted for Stefan Glaenzer, an Ultra High Net Worth investor acquitted of sexual assault following a widely-covered trial at Isleworth Crown Court.
- Acting for a successful banker awaiting trial in the Crown Court on charges of common assault and drunkenness in an aircraft, whose defence relies on PTSD-related psychiatric evidence.
- Acting for a high net wroth entrepreneur awaiting trial at Snaresbrook Crown Court accused of ABH and possession of a Class B drug.
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Phil Smith