Reeds Solicitors are one of the leading criminal defence law firms serving Reading, Berkshire and the Thames Valley. Our Crime team is ranked Band 1 for the South East by Chambers UK and Tier 1 for the Thames Valley by the Legal 500 – the highest rankings awarded by either legal directory following independent research with clients, peers and the judiciary.
From our Reading office, we represent clients across Berkshire and the surrounding counties in every type of criminal investigation and prosecution, from motoring offences and fraud to serious allegations of violence, sexual offences and organised crime.
We advise clients from the earliest stages of a police investigation, including voluntary interviews, re-interviews and pre-charge representations, before providing expert representation in both the Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court where proceedings follow.
Our Reading team covers the full range of criminal offences, including:
- Driving offences
- Violent offences
- Harassment, stalking and malicious communications
- Sexual offences
- Controlling or coercive behaviour
- Fare evasion
- Drug offences
- Breach of Restraining Orders and Non-Molestation Orders
- Firearms and weapon offences
- Fraud and dishonesty offences
Reading Magistrates’ Court
Civic Centre
Castle St
Reading
RG1 7TQ
Our criminal defence team regularly attends Reading Magistrates’ Court and represents clients from across Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell, Newbury, Maidenhead, Slough, Windsor and the surrounding areas of Berkshire. Criminal cases arising across the region are typically dealt with at Reading Magistrates’ Court.
Our Reading Office
9 Greyfriars Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG1 1NU
Tel: 0118 902 7130
We offer appointments for clients in Reading either remotely or in person, depending on your preference.
Meet Our Reading Criminal Defence Team
Tom Brymer
Partner and Solicitor
Rob Jacques
Senior Associate Solicitor & Team Leader
Stuart Matthews
Founding Partner, Solicitor-Advocate & Head of Private Crime
Nathan Seymour-Hyde
Partner & Solicitor
Scott Primmer
Partner & Solicitor
Grace Smith
Trainee Solicitor
Maria-Elena Cheshire
Associate Solicitor
Kate Macnab
Senior Associate & Solicitor
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