Reeds Solicitors is lauded as being ‘synonymous with quality’ and having ’a well-earned reputation for excellence’. The practice is divided into the complex crime team, which handles large fraud work, drug conspiracies and HMRC mandates, and the private client team, which offers a diverse array of services such as handling motoring issues, HMO and taxi licensing as well as general crime. Both teams are led by Nicola Hutchinson, who ‘inspires confidence in clients with her knowledge of the evidence and tactical acuity’. Hutchinson is regularly instructed in high-profile cases concerning murder, terrorism, fraud, drug conspiracies, and serious sexual offences. Another name to note is Stephen Clifford, who is instructed on a range of complex matters, with particular focus on serious violent and sexual offences as well as high-value fraud. Andy Lee is frequently entrusted to defend those facing issues relating to serious fraud.
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‘Reeds is synonymous with quality. A firm that is constantly sought after, with a well-earned reputation for excellence.’
‘Nicola Hutchinson is nothing short of a class act. She inspires confidence in clients with her knowledge of the evidence and tactical acuity.'
Work highlights
Represented an individual on suspicion of attempted murder and terrorism.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Nicola Hutchinson
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Andy Lee
Practice head
Nicola Hutchinson
Other key lawyers
Stephen Clifford; Andy Lee