JMW Solicitors LLP possesses a ‘breadth of experience’ which extends to murder trials, drug conspiracy cases, and extradition matters in multiple jurisdictions. Department head Daniel Martin is a seasoned litigator with experience handling high-profile cases involving allegations of sexual abuse. Amy Shaffron regularly liaises with the Metropolitan Police on complex rape investigations, while Angela Leskaj forms the bedrock of the team’s extradition offering. Ben Hall brings experience with negligent manslaughter and grievous bodily harm cases, as well as complex regulatory matters. Lucy Reynolds is a name to note for international trafficking cases and dangerous driving matters.
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Testimonials
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'JMW's breadth of experience and dedication to litigation means that they are, without fail, instructed in the most high-profile cases and able to achieve superlative results.'
'Lucy Reynolds deserves recognition and a ranking due to the quality of her work and her standing in the field. She is definitely one to watch! A pleasure to deal with.'
‘A firm on the rise and growing in the right direction.’
'Great team, extremely responsive and used to working in transnational cases.'
'Huge depth and breadth. Able to combine massive experience across different legal disciplines to find legal solutions. Excellently resourced.'
'Ben Hall is an excellent solicitor in complex matters with great client care skills.'
'Amy Shaffron and Ben Hall are both at the top of their game. Ben's recent elevation to partner reflects his growing stature in the market. He is an excellent lawyer with a brilliant strategic approach to criminal litigation. Amy Shaffron is a first-class lawyer whose practice continues to grow in the high-net-worth client market.'
'This is a team on the up.'
'An impressive practice covering serious crime, fraud and regulation. '
'Clients will be impressed by their growing international practice and their involvement in big-ticket fraud litigation.'
Work highlights
Represented an individual charged with four counts of conspiracy to supply Class A drug (cocaine) as part of Operation EIDER. The case involved ten defendants and one of the largest drug operations in the south east of England.
Representing an 18 year old defendant accused of gangland murder in connection with a dispute over territory in East London.
Representing a former football coach at a professional club in a long running investigation into historic allegations of abuse of players.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Dan Martin
Other key lawyers
Amy Shaffron; Ben Hall; Lucy Reynolds; Angela Leskaj