Call to bar

1991

Practice

Criminal Law – all aspects, both prosecution and defence.
Courts Martial and Military Board of Enquiry cases.
Regulatory – all aspects.
Immigration law

Appointments

Part time Immigration Judge
Commanding Officer 38th Signal Regiment (v).

Personal

Mr Smith has a wide experience of both prosecuting and defending in the Crown Court across the whole criminal spectrum. Over the last few years he has developed a particular expertise in dealing with historic sexual allegations, particularly in cases involving child witnesses. He has a longstanding interest in military matters and has represented clients both at Court Martial and Military Boards of Enquiry. His background in banking means that he is comfortable in dealing with cases in which there is a financial element.

Representative
Cases

R v Doran (2008) – Led junior counsel. Defendant charged with murder.
R v Thomas (2008) – Led junior counsel. Defendant charged with murder.
R v Winfield (2008) – Led junior counsel. Defendant charged with murder.
R v Bell (2008) – Defence counsel. Defendant charged with rape.