(2006)
Undergraduate degree:
Kent University Law BA hons.
Admitted as a solicitor: 1983. Higher rights of audience: 1995
As a solicitor and higher court advocate, Chris Smyth dealt with all types of criminal case in the Magistrates Court, Crown Court and Court of Appeal. Current instructions include:
- Attempted murder (defence)
- Rape (prosecution)
- S18 GBH (defence)
- Robbery ( defence)
- Assault by police officer (prosecution)
- Money laundering (defence)
He has appeared in large scale drugs conspiracies and customs and excise frauds, and child sex cases. He has represented clients before of a variety of disciplinary tribunals.
Areas of Practice:
All areas of criminal law.
Former Career / Interests:
Solicitor 1983 - 2006
Duty solicitor from 1985
Higher court advocate from 1995
Interests:
Racing/point to point, running, indoor rowing, car mechanics, property project management.
