That case involved very detailed and specialised medical evidence and the cross-examination of eminent medical specialists, and has extensive experience in cases of “baby shaking” murders, both prosecuting and defending. He is noted for his extensive experience in medico-legal litigation, both criminal and civil, and has recently successfully defended a Police Detention Officer charged with unlawful act manslaughter and gross negligence manslaughter. The majority of these cases now involve the ability to both understand and be conversant with detailed computerised technology and the use of web-based information. His practice covers the most serious criminal cases, having prosecuted and defended many homicide cases, complex sexual cases, including internet-based offences and serious fraud (including internet fraud) together with cases involving vast volume and very intricate issues of disclosure, up to and including the most sensitive levels. He is recommended in matters where there is significant medical evidence, such as murder and violent crimes.” The Legal 500 2019 describes him as “A confident and strong advocate, who has great presence in the court room” the 2018 edition describes him as a leading silk and “a brilliant advocate” and in both 20 he was ranked him as a leading silk, stating that “he is noted for his ability to evaluate complex evidence, particularly in medico-legal cases”Ĭhambers Legal Directory states: “He primarily undertakes complex criminal law cases. Michael Mather-Lees is "intellectually exceptional but also down to earth." "Michael Mather-Lees really shines as a barrister who specialises in medico-legal cases and serious and complex fraud matters." "Michael Mather-Lees is recommended for VAT, fraud and medico-legal cases." "Michael Mather-Lees QC receives praise for his ‘exceptional intellect.’ He runs a broad practice but is particularly renowned for his work on fraud cases." "Michael Mather-Lees QC is recommended for medico-legal cases, as well as fraud and confiscation work." He is recommended in matters where there is significant medical evidence, such as murder and violent crimes." (Chambers UK Guide 2015) "Primarily prosecutes complex criminal law cases. "A ‘Leading Silk’ on the Wales and Chester Circuit: ‘Noted for his ability to evaluate complex evidence, particularly in medico-legal cases." "Known for his expertise in medico legal cases." Ranked in Legal 500 2016 as a leading Silk on the Wales & Chester Circuit "He has expertise in public interest immunity, complex fraud and medico-legal cases." The case involved complex scientific evidence and detailed cross-examination of expert witnesses." Recent work: Successfully defended a professional man charged with causing death by dangerous driving. "Regularly handles murder and manslaughter cases on behalf of both the prosecution and defence as part of a busy general crime practice. "A strong presence in court and has a good rapport with his clients."
"A confident and strong advocate who has great presence in the court room." He possesses a quiet calmness and confidence indicative of a Counsel that is aware of his expertise and skill, with no need to shout about it, incredibly effective in his style of advocacy and yet calm and reassuring manner with clients and their families.’
Provides pragmatic advice and adopts excellent strategy in the most complex of cases. ‘An eloquent silk with particular expertise in cases involving complex medical evidence. The Bar is certainly not where one would expect to find former boxing Olympic and World Championship gold medalists, but it appears that there are a number of similarities between the two vocations. In this article Guy focuses on his experiences as a boxer and highlights a number of transferable skills from the world of boxing that he has taken into the Bar.
His deep knowledge and understanding of both the world of boxing and the world of law leave him ideally placed to advise and comment on boxing and related legal matters. As a former regional ABA ABA Heavyweight and National Super Heavyweight Champion, two times Police Olympic Super Heavyweight gold medalist, Police and Fire World Games Super Heavyweight gold medalist and former Head Coach of the multiple medal winning British Boxing Team at the 1997 Police, Fire World Championships and recipient of the Queen’s Police Medal for “distinguished service” in the Queen’s 2004 Birthday Honours list, Guy is the perfect barrister to represent both amateur and professional boxers the world over. Guy Williamson is a former police officer and former ABA Super Heavyweight Champion turned barrister.Ĭalled to the Bar in 2002 to further his career in the law, Guy now specialises in sports law.
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