Beth Mantel
Reeds SolicitorsWith expertise in criminal defence and regulatory issues, prison law, family law, Court of Protection matters and mental health cases, Reeds Solicitors handle a broad spectrum of serious crime and fraud work, dealing with multi-handed homicide cases, international and complex drug conspiracies, firearms and serious violent offences, as well as high-value frauds and complex sexual allegations including historic sexual allegations. Beth Mantel leads the Manchester-based team. Other key members of the group are Damian Wall, who is ‘exceptionally experienced and will fight for the best result possible’, and Lisa Paton, who ’is a first choice for serious crime’.
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- ‘The team are very experienced - something which enables them to identify pitfalls others might not spot.’
‘Damian Wall is exceptionally experienced and will fight for the best result possible. He is always the person I recommend to friends in trouble.’
‘Beth Mantel is a highly experienced litigator who always ensures that her client's cases are thoroughly prepared with nothing left to chance. She is approachable and utterly committed to each and every case left in her capable hands.’
‘Reeds provides an excellent service to clients. Efficient from start to finish. The breadth of its team covers the whole gambit of cases and/or investigations involving serious and complex criminal allegations.’
‘The team works tirelessly to ensure that clients are properly represented. The team is dedicated to ensuring the clients are looked after and regularly communicate with counsel.’
‘Lisa Paton is a first choice for serious crime. She is extremely experienced and offers a top-class service. Clients love her and she is highly respected in the Manchester legal community.’
‘Damien Wall is the epitome of what is good about those solicitors who dedicate themselves to criminal law. Damien is a true team member. He has a keen tactical and strategic mind to direct and push cases forward and manages the expectations and understanding of client, giving them confidence to fully participate in their case.’
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Beth Mantel