Stephen Jones > de Maids Solicitors & Advocates > Cardiff, United Kingdom > Lawyer Profile

Praised by counsel for its ‘thorough preparation of cases’ and its ‘exceptional client care’ – which extends to attending the Crown Court for hearings – de Maids Solicitors & Advocates has a ‘long established reputation’ for handling the defence of crime at all levels, from summary only offences to long and complex fraud cases and multi-handed serious crime cases. Recognised by one instructed barrister as the ‘premier solicitor in this field in Wales’, team head Matthew de Maid ‘s ‘input into any case is always pertinent and valuable’. In addition, his leadership skills also filter through to the rest of the ‘hardworking’ team, which includes head of the prison department Sarah De Maid and Stephen Jones, who continues to regularly represent clients accused of a variety of serious allegations, including murder, manslaughter, drug supply and fraud.