Jemma Michaelson is a Senior Associate Solicitor in the Complex Crime team based in our London office and is the Team Leader of the same. Jemma is a recommended lawyer as per the 2025 Legal 500.

Recommended Lawyer - Reeds Solicitors - L500 2025

Jemma qualified as a solicitor in 2017, and her career has gone from strength to strength. Jemma joined Reeds in March 2022, departing from a Tier 1 ranked firm. Jemma held the Law Society CLAS qualification and has been police station accredited since 2013, whilst still at university.

Jemma has prepared all types of criminal cases from Magistrates Court trials, to complex Crown Court trials, including high profile matters of rape, attempted murder, drug supply and complex fraud cases. Jemma provides clear, assertive advice to clients accused of various offences. Jemma’s practice is now predominantly focused on complex Crown Court trials.

Jemma has significant experience and success in representing clients charged with the most serious offences. Jemma’s attention to detail and relentless pursuit of justice ensures that she is sought after and often referred the more complicated of cases, by clients and those within the profession.

Jemma is approachable and deals with clients with ease, from all backgrounds and walks of life. She is able to quickly identify pertinent issues in cases and rarely switches off, being available for clients and counsel at all times. Jemma takes pride in her client care, robust advice and case preparation.

Jemma is a dedicated advocate who will always work hard to ensure her clients receive the best outcome possible. Jemma is meticulous in her preparation meaning her cases are always handled with the utmost care. Jemma prides herself in providing excellent levels of client care for each case and recognises the difficult and often sensitive situations they find themselves in.

In accordance with the Solicitors’ Regulatory Transparency Rules for motoring offences we confirm that Jemma Michaelson Level A hourly rates.

Further examples of her track record in dealing with high profile and serious matters can be seen below.

Awards and Recognition

Jemma was recognised in the 2025 Legal 500 as a recommended lawyer in London General Crime.