Richard Nelson LLP > Birmingham, England > Firm Profile

Richard Nelson LLP
11 Brindley Place
2 Brunswick Square
B1 2LP
England

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Crime, fraud and licensing > Crime, fraud and licensing: General crime and fraud Tier 2

Focusing historically on fraud and business defence, boutique practice Richard Nelson LLP continues to develop its reputation in tax investigations, professional disciplinary investigations, and serious sexual offences proceedings. Leading the firm with ‘unmatchable experience in criminal defence‘ is Jacqui Callan, who balances a busy caseload spanning all aspects of criminal defence work, covering sham marriages, murder, drugs and fitness to plead matters. A recent hire in spring 2022, in-house barrister Chris Evans appears in both the Crown Court and Magistrates’ Court in cases involving homicide, drugs supply, offences committed online and historic allegations.

Testimonials

‘Jacqui Callan leads a great team who go the extra mile in defending their clients.’

‘The team at Richard Nelsons LLP are very professional and knowledgeable in all areas of law, particularly fraud and white collar crime. They are very accommodating, friendly, approachable and easy to deal with. I know that several personnel will go the extra mile for their clients, Jacqui Callan being the prime example.’

‘Jacqui Callan is the stand out individual. Her experience in criminal defence is unmatchable. She also has a great support team.’

‘First class client service with a genuine specialism in defending individuals accused of sexual offences.’

Dispute resolution > Professional discipline Tier 3

Richard Nelson LLP covers a broad range of professional disciplines, including legal, accountancy, education and medical. In Nottingham, the 'very experienced and knowledgeable' senior partner Richard Nelson is a widely-recognised SRA expert, while Marie Dancer specialises in defending healthcare and education professionals in fitness to practise investigations. Over in Cardiff, Steve Roberts is a 'great case manager', who predominantly acts for solicitors being investigated by the SRA. Also key to the group, senior legal assistant Victoria Rees and senior legal adviser Sarah Jane Varley (both also in Nottingham) handle a broad range of cases for healthcare professionals and teachers.

Leading individuals

Richard Nelson - Richard Nelson LLP

Practice head(s):

Richard Nelson; Marie Dancer; Steve Roberts

Other key lawyers:

Steve Roberts; Victoria Rees; Sarah Jane Varley

Testimonials

‘A bespoke practice that treats clients with real respect and care, whilst offering robust and sage advice.’

‘The professional discipline team at the firm is excellent.‘

‘Richard Nelson LLP’s team members work in a thorough, effective and collaborative way, both together and with counsel. The consistently excellent results they achieve for their clients is a reflection of significant experience in this field.’

‘Richard Nelson handles serious and complicated SRA cases for defendant solicitor clients, and is very experienced and knowledgeable.’

‘Marie Dancer – very experienced, excellent client care, and specialises in defending disciplinary and regulatory cases.‘

‘Steve Roberts – a great case manager and tactician who has a great understanding of clients and manages the most difficult with aplomb.’

‘Steve Roberts goes the extra mile (or more) for his clients. Good advice that is given firmly and with a clear understanding of the client’s needs.’

‘Victoria Rees – excellent client care, very efficient, and good to deal with.’

Richard Nelson LLP is a national firm of solicitors providing a range of specialist legal services to professionals, businesses and individuals throughout England and Wales. We were established by our senior partner, Richard Nelson in 2003, himself a leading defence and regulatory lawyer. We have grown to count a number of the country’s leading solicitors among our team of specaialists.

Areas of Law Undertaken

Professional Discipline – Our specialist team of lawyers represent individuals facing investigations/proceedings undertaken by their professional regulatory bodies including; solicitors, doctors, dentists, pharmacists, teachers, accountants, social workers, nurses and opticians. The team also assist with registration matters and appeals.

Tax Investigations – Our expert solicitors boast over 25 years experience in defending clients who are being investigated by HMRC. We have a proven track record of dealing with high profile and complex tax cases.

Criminal Defence – Our privately funded defence team have an enviable reputation for tenaciously defending clients facing serious allegations. The team have significant experience in representing those facing serious sexual allegations, including rape, sexual assault, indecent images and historic allegations. The team also represent clients facing regulatory investigations such as health and safety issues, companies house prosecutions and fraud matters.

Education Law – Our education solicitors specialise in working with parents and students, advising on issues such as admission appeals, exclusions, EHCP applications/appeals. The team also represent university students facing academic allegations, fitness to practise investigations and allegations of a sexual nature.

Employment Law – We have a team of experienced employment lawyers who have an excellent reputation for advising both employer and employee clients. and achieving excellent results.

Family Law – We have a team of experienced family lawyers, around the country, who are able to deal with all aspects of relationship and family breakdowns.

DBS/Caution Removal – Our regulatory team have significant experience of applying to have cautions removed and responding to DBS ‘minded to bar’ letters, as well as DBS appeals.

Litigation – Our litigation team have expertise in dealing with a full range of civil and commercial litigation, including contested probate, protecting vulnerable adults from financial abuse, professional negligence and commercial disputes.

Private Client – Our private client team help clients to prepare Wills with advice on estate planning, lasting powers of attorney and probate matters.

Immigration – Our immigration team have experience of assisting clients with visas for those looking to enter or remain in the UK. Their expertise includes citizenship applications, deportation cases and business immigration

Commercial Property – Our commercial property team are experienced in advising businesses on all aspects relating to commercial property.

Commercial/corporate – Our commercial/corporate team are experienced in helping businesses with shareholder agreements, partnership agreements, buying/selling businesses etc.

Department	Name	Email	Telephone
Professional Discipline	Marie Dancer	mariedancer@richardnelsonllp.co.uk	0333 888 4040
Criminal Defence	Jacqui Callan	jacquicallan@richardnelsonllp.co.uk	0333 888 4040

Defence Team

Cardiff, Wales

0333 888 4040

View team profile

Name	Position	Profile
Ms Jacqui Callan	Partner and Head of Criminal Defence	View Profile
Mrs Marie Dancer	Managing Partner	View Profile
Mrs Jayne Harrison	Partner and Head of Employment	View Profile
Mrs Louise O'Driscoll	Associate Solicitor	View Profile
Mr Steve Roberts	Partner	View Profile