Partner / HCA (Duty) at Bhatia Best Limited
Matthew Smith
Partner / HCA (Duty)
Matthew joined Bhatia Best in 2016 having been a Partner in another local firm for nearly 10 years. He now practices as an in-house Higher Court Advocate almost exclusively in the Crown Court and Court of Appeal dealing with some of our most serious cases. Matthew covers the whole spectrum of criminal offences to include drugs, firearms and fraud. His specialism is particularly in dealing with cases where defendants are suffering from mental health issues and are charged with serious violence or sexual offences. Matthew is regularly appointed by the Court to represent defendants suffering from a disability under the Mental Health Act. He has also conducted cases before the Courts Martial and the Royal Courts of Justice.
12 Carrington Street, NG1 7FF
Licensed for 1 years
Practice Areas
Crime/ Criminal Defence
- Crime/ Criminal Defence 100%
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About Matthew Smith
Matthew joined Bhatia Best in 2016 having been a Partner in another local firm for nearly 10 years. He now practices as an in-house Higher Court Advocate almost exclusively in the Crown Court and Court of Appeal dealing with some of our most serious cases. Matthew covers the whole spectrum of criminal offences to include drugs, firearms and fraud. His specialism is particularly in dealing with cases where defendants are suffering from mental health issues and are charged with serious violence or sexual offences. Matthew is regularly appointed by the Court to represent defendants suffering from a disability under the Mental Health Act. He has also conducted cases before the Courts Martial and the Royal Courts of Justice.
Languages Spoken: English
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Partner / HCA (Duty)
Bhatia Best Limited
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Fantastic firm,
I would like to say Thank you to Matthew Smith for presenting my case, supporting me and guiding me through a daunting process. Fantastic firm, all staff very friendly and professional. Thank you.
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