Meet the Team

Richard Brown is the founding partner and has worked in Criminal Law since 1998. He is a long-standing duty Solicitor and Higher Rights Advocate.

Richard has extensive knowledge of all aspects of criminal law and is highly experienced in working with defendants with mental health diagnoses who have found themselves charged with the most serious offences.

Over his 28 years in Criminal Law, he has been the solicitor in charge of many of the most serious allegations of Drug Conspiracies, Rape, Murder and Terrorism cases.

Temi originally qualified as a barrister from Nottingham Law School in 2008 before cross qualifying and becoming a solicitor in 2011. As a Duty Solicitor with Higher Rights Accreditation, Temi's practice spans across regular attendances at the Police Station and Magistrates Court in addition to Crown Court Hearings.

As a Senior Solicitor at BBM, Temi's practice focuses on serious crime, almost exclusively matters to be heard in the Crown Court. Temi joined BBM after 11 years (5 years as a partner) at a leading South London criminal defence firm.

Having dealt with a number of high profile cases from murders to terrorism and generating a substantial amount of work from client referrals, one of her biggest strengths still remains her genuine care towards her clients.

Colin Thomas is an experienced Duty Solicitor, and a valued member of the BBM firm since 2016. His practice covers all aspects of criminal defence work, representing clients at police stations and magistrates' courts.

Known for his approachable manner and strong communication skills, he builds trusted professional relationships with clients while working constructively with police, prosecutors and the courts to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Colin frequently receives high praise from clients for his skill, advice and compassion in representing people in difficult and stressful circumstances.

Brenda qualified as a solicitor in 1996 and was a former partner at a leading London Defence Firm. Brenda now specialises in criminal appeal cases to the Court of Appeal, Criminal Case Review Commission and Prison Law matters including Parole Hearings.

Brenda has experience in mental health cases including mental health parole cases and is highly regarded by her peers.

Brenda's experience is such that she regularly receives referrals from other lawyers and treating psychiatrists, on mental health appeal cases and parole hearings.

Lorraine is a long-standing skilled criminal defence solicitor and has been a qualified duty solicitor for over 20 years. She is an experienced advocate.

She regularly represents clients in the Magistrates' Court for a range of hearings such as trials, bail applications, and sentences. Lorraine also frequently attends police station interviews with clients to ensure that they receive expert advice and support from the outset of any matter.

She has experience representing clients facing a wide range of allegations including drug offences, sexual offences, and murder.

Stefania started at Baxter Brown McArthur in 2009 at the age of 16 as a work experience student. 17 years later, she is now running the office as the Office Manager.

Stefania's main responsibilities include ensuring that all hearings in the diary are covered by a solicitor, ensuring that all client files are kept up-to-date, and answering queries from clients and professionals.

She handles the billing of all Police Station and legal aid Magistrates' Court files. She also oversees the Duty Solicitor rotas.

Stef is a highly skilled member of the firm and understands the difficulties those face being caught up in the criminal justice system. Her positive attitude and organisational skills ensure that everything at the firm runs smoothly at all times.