“Jonathan recently represented me at an ARB Hearing and thanks to his expert handling, knowledge and advice managed to secure my registered status as an Architect in what was a substantive case. Jonathan was transparent and supportive throughout the process, and I would very much recommend.”
Architect
“I am incredibly grateful for the support and guidance throughout the entire investigation. When I first received the e-mail from the SRA I was distraught. I feared the worst and panicked, I had no idea how to approach it or formulate my initial response. Crazy given I’ve been practising as a solicitor for nearly 20 years (!) but I felt my practising certificate was at risk and I needed specialist advice. The whole situation was extremely stressful, made worse because I was working out my notice period in my current firm and about to start a new job in a new firm.
As soon as we spoke, I felt reassured and well informed. You gave me an overview of the process, told me how we could deal with it and what you thought would be the outcome, although nothing could be guaranteed.
Fortunately the SRA dealt promptly following your response to them, and closed the investigation without any further action. The relief I felt when you called to inform me of their decision was overwhelming! I felt like a weight had been lifted and it was only then I realised just how stressed I was!
I’ve now started my new role with a clean slate. I’d recommend you to anyone who encounters any issues with the SRA.
I am very grateful for your support and whilst I hope I won’t need your services again; I wouldn’t hesitate to call if I ever needed to.”
Solicitor
“I reached out to Jon because I was placed in a very desperate and difficult situation due to circumstances beyond my control. I was emotionally fragile, hopeless, and completely unfamiliar with the law and the processes ahead of me. Suffice it to say that Jon got me through it all because he is not only knowledgable and very hardworking but he is also compassionate and caring and encouraging. I am so glad I found Jon when I did and I recommend him without any hesitation.”
CILEX Member
“When the SRA first got in touch, I was significantly concerned about being involved in a regulatory process particularly as I had recently decided to work alone as a consultant solicitor. My concern was that I would have to attempt to deal with this all alone and not be able to share it with a colleague or friend who may understand.
Gladly for me I came across your website and took to the chance to pour over the content which was impressive.
Once we established contact email communication was swift, prompt and succinct – exactly what is needed in a situation where anxiety levels can be heightened.
I never once felt I could not reach out to you or in the dark about what was going on and seeing how you operate only gave me confidence I had made the right decision.
I am very pleased with the outcome you delivered for me which was in line with your initial comments in our first conversation.
I would not hesitate in recommending you to a colleague should the need ever arise.”
Solicitor
“I was being investigated by the SRA and was aware I required expert legal advice. My stress levels went through the roof, those subject to any investigation by their regulators will no doubt understand.
I was recommended Mr Goodwin by a friend and following an initial phone call Mr Goodwin put me at ease straight away. I can describe Mr Goodwin as ‘technically excellent and his knowledge is very extensive. His advice was clear, easy to understand and he is extremely talented’. I immediately instructed the services of Mr Goodwin following the initial phone call.
Following a conference, Mr Goodwin forensically drafted a response setting out my position succinctly and professionally to the Sra resulting them to take no further action in a matter of days. This was the best outcome I could have hoped for. I can whole heartedly recommend Mr Goodwin to any person being investigated by their regulators, he is the man you want on your side and he is a credit to the profession.
Thank you Mr Goodwin for all your help and if I ever need your services again I will be in touch without a shadow of doubt.”
Solicitor
Your assistance and support was invaluable .we would not have got through this awful time so well if we did not have you representing us .It took so much stress away from us and enabled us to function .Thank you for your experience, guidance and advice .
Thanks again Jonathan.
Solicitors
Jon is a true professional, always responds and gets back to you.
The advice Jon provided was strategically sound and turned out to be correct.
My application was allowed mainly due to the advice and strategy deployed.
Anyone in any regulatory difficulty i would highly recommend Jon Goodwin.Former Solicitor
“After almost two stressful years of dealing myself with a complaint to the ARB filed by a former client, when the matter was referred to the PCC I decided to be represented by a solicitor. I had already contacted Jonathan Goodwin during the investigation phase, mainly to ask for a fee quotation, and he said he could not provide one until he was able to read the final report from the ARB. I thought this was very professional and demonstrated an honest approach, differently from other solicitors who gave me a sort of “all inclusive” quotation of their fees before even knowing what the matter was about. The other reason that made me choose Jonathan was the fact that in the past he had been prosecuting on behalf of the ARB, so he had great knowledge and insight of the defense dynamics.
Twenty four hours after he sent the first email to the ARB to request further documents, the ARB reviewed their position and this eventually led to the best outcome I could have hoped for, in the shortest time. With sharp focus, Jonathan managed to find immediately the key points to work on, and this was crucial in dismantling the case against me.
During the entire process, Jonathan’s approach was reassuring on both a human and professional level, and made me go through the last part of this long and stressful experience with a more positive and hopeful attitude. There is no doubt that instructing Jonathan was a very good choice.”
Architect
Jonathan Goodwin was recommended to me by a colleague who told me he is the best there is.
After living through one year of the emotional roller coaster of an SRA investigation I can confirm the words of my colleague are correct.
Jonathan Goodwin is the best there is.
In life you get what you pay for. Jonathan is a gentleman and a true expert.
Jonathan advised that with his guidance there would be No Further Action and that indeed was the outcome.
If anyone ever finds themselves in need of such services one could do no better than Jonathan Goodwin.
Solicitor
It goes without saying that you are simply the best in the manner you dealt with my matter. You are professional, kind, considerate, and understanding. Your name befit you Mr. Goodwin as good always wins in the end. You are good indeed.
“When I came to you with this matter, I was so heartbroken and in so much fear that I would lose my practicing certificate, all hope was lost. I was so stressed about the situation but you put my mind at ease and told me all my options. Even little kind words go a long way when solicitors find themself in such an unfortunate situation. You might think you did not do a lot but you did more than you think. I really appreciate your input in this matter.
I am so happy that I instructed you and I am very grateful for your assistance in this matter with the fantastic result of No Further Action.
I thank almighty God for your life and your good work. You will forever be in my prayer. God bless you, Mr. Goodwin.”
Solicitor
“I contacted Jonathan further to receiving notification from the ARB that I had been reported for negligence. Jon explained very clearly the process and was able to offer some excellent advice and was extremely knowledgeable, giving me confidence and taking the pressure off in what was an extremely stressful process. I cannot recommend Jonathan highly enough and quite simply he couldn’t have done any more for me – I’m hugely grateful for his professionalism and advice.”
Architect
“Having been a Practicing Solicitor for over 32 years and told that I was being reported to the SRA I knew not who or where to turn to.
I read Jonathan’s profile and contacted him.
From day one he was reassuring yet candid and realistic. His attention to detail is impressive and used his vast knowledge and experience of the Regulatory Law to allay as best he could my worst fears. Despite those fears and having lost all perspective he achieved the best possible outcome.
He is without question someone you need by your side.
I could not have gone through what I did without him.
Thank you, Jonathan.”
Solicitor
“Words cannot really describe what Jonathan has done for me professionally and personally. While I appreciate how busy Jonathan Is, he made me feel as if I was his only client. The representations drafted on my behalf along with Jonathan’s advocacy at the interview were detailed and was able to rebut all allegations made against myself.
I cannot describe how much Jonathan has helped me through this situation. I could not recommend him enough”.
Lawyer
“I cannot recommend Jonathan enough. His advice and experience have been invaluable during this terribly stressful situation and achieved an outcome better than I could have ever hoped for.”
Solicitor
“I very much appreciated you taking on my case at such a late stage in the process.
I think my decision to instruct you was one of the best decisions I have ever made. I had not intended to conduct my own case but was left in this position due to circumstances beyond my control.
You dealt with my enquiries and the points which arose expeditiously and provided clear guidance and advice for which I am so very grateful. There was a great deal of documentation but you identified the issues upon which you then offered helpful advice and reassurance. I was able to follow the reasoning behind your advice which allowed the issues to be narrowed. This saved Tribunal hearing time and reduced the degree of cross examination which I faced, and ultimately probably saved on costs too.
The submissions you made on my behalf were eloquently delivered but were pertinent and to the point and I do not think you could have done any more for me.
I offer my sincere thanks.”
Solicitor
“I found Jonathan a brilliant and skilful expert in this field to deal with from start to finish. He explained the whole process and was very familiar with the procedures and rules / regulations and was there to answer any questions that arose throughout. It was delight and relief to receive confirmation from SRA that my matters had been dropped and the case closed after receiving Jonathan’s very detailed and well thought out reply to them. Highly recommended without question.”
Solicitor
“Your highly specialised knowledge of the law and practice in this field, and your inside knowledge of the personalities of the officials involved, gave me comfort and support, and emboldened me through those long dark months (years) through which the SRA laboured, unfairly, to build a case against me. Your support gave me a voice in the process and your knowledge ensured that the regulator’s endeavours were ultimately futile, for which I am naturally hugely appreciative. My decision to seek your advice saved my practice and my livelihood.”
Solicitor
“Having received contact through the SRA I felt I could deal with this matter myself as I did not have the funds to pay, I was so wrong on the first point. From the moment of our first call, you made no promises other than, you will get the best result possible. From that moment on, having been let down by so many others, the fact you made no promises made me feel I was in safe hands. You grasped my case from the outset, saw the deficiencies and provided me with reassurance when I needed it most, especially when I was facing a career ending tribunal. Your knowledge on matters is second to none as you were able to filter through the documents when i was drowning in them.
Setting aside your costs, as this was money well spent, or will be, throughout my ordeal I felt in safe hands knowing you’d get the best result possible in all of the circumstances and that is all one could have asked for. Rightly, my result came out correctly in my favour and you can rest assured I would have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone facing a career ending, or even the smallest of allegations with either to SRA or SDT. Your cross examination is ruthless and left no stone unturned.”
Solicitor
“I am extremely grateful to Jon for his assistance over the last few months. I contacted Jon months before I received any sort of correspondence from the SRA. I was very junior and was very concerned about the alleged allegations from a firm that I had just resigned from at the time.
Jon was very helpful and positive, and explained what I should be doing / what I am not required to do clearly. This will all months before I received the SRA letter and formally instructing Jon. Jon’s advice and positivity at that time helped me to focus in my new position at my new firm rather than being concerned about the allegations from my previous firm.
Six months later, the initial letter from the SRA came in and I did not hesitate to contact and instruct Jon, who remembered every detail of the issues (which was surprising as I had not instructed him during our original conversation some 6 months before) and gave his initial thoughts. Jon explained the entire investigation process to me, and provided me with options that I could take and their potential outcomes. Jon prepared a smashing response to the initial SRA letter addressing each point raised by the SRA and providing supporting authorities. Within a few days, the SRA closed the case and confirmed that they would not be taking the investigation any further and there were no formal warnings given!
Aside from his professionalism, Jon was very user friendly and took a very flexible / considerate approach to our engagement. Without Jon’s involvement at the very beginning, I may have had to spend a lot more on defending the investigation at the SDT or, worst, not have been able to continue practice law.”
Solicitor
“I found myself subject to an SRA investigation into allegations of dishonesty brought by a previous employer; naturally I was extremely distraught and realised that I needed professional and specialist advice straight away. An internet search revealed many results but I was impressed with the free advice given on Jonathan’s website and his personal resume evidencing his specialism and detailed knowledge and experience of dealing with the SRA/SDT mechanics. A quick phone call with Jonathan in which I explained my situation and the allegations against me had an immediate reassuring and calming effect and I decided without hesitation to instruct him. At all times, Jonathan was completely transparent, open and honest. He explained each step of the process and all of the options available to me from submission of the EWW letter right through to negotiation with the SRA, their lawyers and potentially proceedings in the SDT. Jonathan’s preparation of the EWW was meticulous and perfectly addressed and neutralised the allegations. As a result of Jonathan’s conduct of my case the SRA decided to do the right thing and overturn the allegations against me without proceeding to the SDT. I cannot thank Jonathan enough for his advice, patience and professionalism. Making that initial telephone call was probably one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.”
Solicitor