Renowned for its work involving sexual offences, Reeds Solicitors has particular strength in cases involving historical sexual offences, rape, and indecent images. Founding partner Stuart Matthews oversees the department and leverages decades of experience in sexual offence cases, handling the investigation stages through to defending prosecutions, while Tom Brymer is a key figure in the Thames Valley courts, who is praised as ‘thoroughly well respected.’ Leveraging his expertise in serious organised crime is Julian Richards who handles cases involving large scale drug conspiracies, firearms, money laundering, and murder, while Scott Primmer is adept at handling private clients and complex crime matters. Nathan Seymour-Hyde specialises in fare evasion offences and Kate Macnab undertakes domestic violence, coercive, and controlling behaviour cases.
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- ‘Julian Richards is the model of a modern solicitor, marrying client care with a smart and effective forensic strategy tailored to each case. Calm and unruffled, five steps ahead of the rest of the field, Julian is the man I'd want in my corner.'
- ‘Reeds is national law firm which still carries a family-like feel. Staff are supportive of each other and this environment fosters hard work and leads to fantastic results for clients. It is a pleasure to receive a brief from Reeds because I know the solicitor or caseworker will be personable and the case fully prepared with sound, realistic advice.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Julian Richards
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Kate McNab
Practice head
Stuart Matthews
Other key lawyers
Tom Brymer; Julian Richards; Scott Primmer; Nathan Seymour-Hyde; Kate Macnab; Jo Benn