'Caring, compassionate, efficient and careful’, the team at GT Stewart Limited is regularly instructed on sensitive murder, rape, and firearm cases. Greg Stewart has been successful in the judicial review of criminal sentences on numerous occasions, while Mel Stooks focuses her practice on youth defendants and crime. Recently, she has advised on s18 GBH and s47 ABH matters. Will Russell is referred to as ‘one of the best magistrates’ court advocates’ and is noted for his capabilities in the appeal of serious convictions. Other key figures include Ronnie Manek, an experienced Crown Court advocate who boasts a strong track record in sexual offence cases.
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Testimonials
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- 'Will Russell is simply superb. He is clever, charming, and committed.'
- 'Sabrina Neves is an exceptionally intelligent, diligent, and effective solicitor. She achieves amazing results for her clients, who adore her. I love working with Sabrina because she really cares about her clients and does everything she can to help them achieve the best outcome possible.'
Key clients
- Danny Barnes
- Sabrina Kouider
Work highlights
Advised on a case pertaining to a death by dangerous driving, involving the instruction of a large number of experts to advance the defendant’s instructions, involving appeals to the Court of Appeal and then the Supreme Court.
Practice head
Greg Stewart; Mel Stooks; Will Russell; Ronnie Manek
Other key lawyers
Sabrina Neves