Stuart Matthews
Reeds SolicitorsPraised for providing the ‘very highest quality of advice and representation’, Reeds Solicitors operates across the full range of criminal defence work, and stands out due to its dedicated sexual offences team, led by Scott Primmer. Oxford based practice head Stuart Matthews is well-versed in a broad array of serious crime matters, including large scale drug conspiracies, fraud, murder, and modern slavery. Julian Richards is a ’master of his craft’ who is well-regarded for his representation of directors and business professionals in prosecutions by the HMRC, SFO and the FCA as part of his white collar crime focused practice. In Reading, Tom Brymer handles a varied caseload of possession of drugs, child neglect, murder, and fraud offences.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Tom Brymer is the partner we engaged to deal with the case which my son was involved in. He was incredibly calm throughout which gave us a real sense of him being in control. He was authoritative whilst being compassionate at the same time. Once in court he has an obvious presence.’
‘A first-rate firm, delivering the very highest quality of advice and representation. Reeds are market leaders in the field of criminal law. In my view they are at the vanguard of representation and innovation, adapting to the needs of all clients irrespective of allegation.’
‘Julian Richards is a truly exceptional and outstanding lawyer. With his background in serious and organised crime he is, in my view, in the premier league of lawyers in this country. Julian combines an exceptional intellect with formidable skill and compassion for his clients.’
‘They are so deeply passionate about their clients. They use technology to the full and are bang up to date.’
‘Julian Richards has exceptional knowledge. Deeply committed. Phenomenally hard worker. Stuart Matthews cares about his clients to a deeply impressive level.’
‘Reeds is synonymous with quality. There is no weak link across the firm at any level. Every case is well prepared and their client care is second to none. ’
‘Tom Brymer is a class act. A skilled tactician and lawyer, he instantly wins the confidence of clients. Julian Richards - He is a master of his craft. There is no one better prepared than Julian for every case which he oversees.’
‘Scott Primmer was the first person I spoke to at Reeds and immediately felt that I'd found an advocate who really cared about us and about justice. Scott helped us to navigate the very complex and unfamiliar legal system we found ourselves in and was there for us, even when he didn't need to be.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Julian Richards
Reeds SolicitorsPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Stuart Matthews