Sean Smith Email & Phone Number

Leeds, United Kingdom

I have a strong background in criminal and regulatory practice having amassed significant experience in high level criminal cases. As former solicitor advocate, I very much appreciate the needs and demands of solicitors from my first-hand experience. I know the importance of early contact in order to establish a strong working relationship, and have excellent practical knowledge of all stages of a case.My experience is across the full range of criminal matters including fraud, money laundering, manslaughter, murder, drug conspiracies and importations, and armed robbery. I have extensive expertise in the field of complex fraud having regularly undertaken lengthy trials in this area. A highlight was being the sole junior in the largest cheque fraud investigation case in the UK, consequently I have a sound knowledge of POCA proceedings.I also have experience of defending in high profile Environment Agency prosecutions involving water pollution, waste transfer sites and permit cases. I have also defended Food Standards Agency cases on behalf of restaurants and fast food outlets and cases involving death at work brought by Health and Safety Executive.I've been recognised nationally for defence work against the RSPCA and Dangerous Dog cases up to High Court level. I've experience of road traffic matters, not only of exceptional hardship and special reasons cases but also appearing in front of the traffic commissioner due to my knowledge of the road haulage industry, having previously held a HGV license. http://www.exchangechambers.co.uk/barristers/sean-smith/cv/criminal

Leeds, United Kingdom

O’Garra’s LLP is a solicitors firm with 10 lawyers, 30 full time and several other part time staff.. I have been Managing Partner since we set up the business and have worked with the team to grow the business to be one of the top criminal law firms in Yorkshire.O'Garra's work across all areas of Criminal Law and also have a Family department headed up by Richard Manning.We are 1 of 3 Criminal Defence Direct (CDD) centres across the country providing a service to people under investigation for less serious offences. We have successfully operated this contract since the government introduced it.I have significant experience with matters involving high level criminal law cases. These include being involved the biggest cheque fraud investigation case (we are a member of the VHCC panel), many high profile murder cases, and environmental agency prosecutions.Specialities:Fraud, Complex and Organised CrimeEnvironmental CrimeProceeds of Crime Animal WelfareCurrently practicing as a solicitor advocate I’ve acted in these type of cases in Courts right across the Country including the Specialist Fraud Court at Southwark and the Old Bailey.

Leeds, United Kingdom

All fields of criminal defence workHaving had the responsibility of my own case-load for 1 year, I provided a confident and efficient service to new and existing clients.As part of my time here I handled a large scale, high profile corporate manslaughter case, obtaining a satisfactory conclusion for the client.

Leeds, United Kingdom

I spent time learning the practical issues presented to a solicitor on a daily basis.My training contract was for 18months as having applied for ‘time to count’ I demonstrated that my work experience was relevant as part of my training.During my contract I covered crime, family, probate, civil, commercial, landlord & tenant disciplines .

Leeds, United Kingdom

Unpaid work experience for 6month to gain necessary skills to help secure a training contract

Widnes

With nearly 50 years of experience in the haulage and second hand commercial vehicle market, Smith Bros. Services Ltd has built a strong reputation in the supply of quality Used Commercial Vehicles and HGVs. I was responsible for contract negotiations with key, well known national carriers such as Eddie Stobarts

Postgraduate Diploma, Bar Vocational Studies (Bvc)

Activities and Societies: Option Modules: Family, Crime, Landlord & Tenant

Bachelor Of Laws (Ll.B.), 2:1

4 A-Levels

10 Gcse'S