Simon's expertise extends to the breadth of criminal and regulatory defence work but with a strong focus on financial crime. He has a thriving practice dedicated to delivering plain speaking and exacting standards of advice in corporate criminal investigations, with particular specialisms in competition, anti-trust, bribery and money-laundering related matters.
Commenting on his appointment, Simon said: “I am delighted to be joining Birketts. The Corporate Criminal Defence Team is widely acknowledged as having vibrant and superbly talented practitioners by clients and practitioners alike. I look forward to contributing to Birketts and working on its impressive range of client matters.”
Laura Thomas, Partner and Head of Birketts’ Corporate Criminal Defence Team commented: “I’m thrilled to have recruited someone of Simon’s stature. Simon was called to the Bar and cross-qualified as a Solicitor of England and Wales, whilst also gaining police station accreditation. He receives domestic and international referrals from corporates and individuals. Although based in Cambridge he will support colleagues across Birketts’ four offices: Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich and Norwich.”