Routinely involved in highly publicised matters involving high-net-worth clients, Egan Meyer is praised by clients as a firm where ‘every case is important and every detail is chased.’ The team is jointly led by Richard Egan and Jim Meyer: Egan has a wealth of experience in dealing with murder cases, and also has a strong track record in instructions concerning the sport sector. Meyer's recent engagements include cases concerning corruption and grievous bodily harm.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'A boutique law firm with two partners who have established a purely private crime practice. Two complementary and very different characters able to offer "magic circle" service at a fraction of the cost.'
'Richard Egan is razor sharp but down to earth, a true leader in his field.'
'The team has many years of experience with some of the most high-profile cases in the UK.'
'Small boutique law firm where every case is important and every detail is chased down. Jim & Richard are experts in the field and are fantastic with clients, securing superb outcomes.'
'Clients comment that Richard Egan lights up the room with measured optimism. Charismatic and a real fighter.'
'Jim Meyer is a hugely experienced criminal litigator with a speciality in health and safety. Encyclopaedic knowledge of regulatory law.'
Key clients
- Wayne Couzens
- Soldier C
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- Bit Coin Billionaire
- American Oil Tycoon
- Kyle Walker
- Soldier D
- David Smith
- Soldier F
Work highlights
Acted for Police Officer Wayne Couzens in one of the most notorious sex and murder cases to come before the UK courts.
Act for Soldier C, D and F who were members of the MRF (a special undercover unit in Northern Ireland) at the height of the troubles. An investigation into the unit by the police service of Northern Ireland has led the confirmation of their intention to charge them with murder and attempted murder in relation to an incident that occurred in 1972. The case is due to commence shortly and will result in numerous legal challenges, abuse of process applications and potential judicial review of the decision to charge some 52 years after the incident.
Acted for the famous footballer Cristiano Ronaldo in relation to allegations of common assault and criminal damage following a match last season between Manchester Utd and Everton. Mr Ronaldo struck a phone held by a young supporter as he came off the pitch causing damage to the phone and injury to the boy holding it.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Practice head
Richard Egan; Jim Meyer
Other key lawyers
Sorcha Duncan