Sexual Assault

Published 01 Oct 2011

re Philip Stewart

It would be natural for this email to be nothing but complimentary in it’s content regarding the services provided by Philip Stewart in relation to my recently completed matter before the Criminal Courts but I feel that my views are relevant irrespective of the positive outcome which we experienced.

There is no doubt that the presiding judge handed down a sentence that certainly favourably exceeded all our expectations, and in one aspect can be considered as good fortune, but I am a firm believer in ‘you make your own luck’ and for that I have nothing but respect, admiration and praise for Philip. My initial decision to appoint Philip as my legal representative was based somewhat on a ‘gut-feel’ and that comes down to the impressive first impression that Philip had with me. This comes down to his forthright, honest and sympathetic approach when I first discussed my plight.

Over the course of the last year, my intuition was clearly justified with the thoroughness, professionalism and pro-active approach undertaken by Philip in handling my matter. We faced numerous setbacks along the way and it was the proactive approach that Philip undertook that allowed the obstacles to be mere hurdles rather than roadblocks. It was as a direct result of Philip’s efforts, that we were able to reduce the severity of the charges I faced and ultimately eliminate any chance of a custodial sentence.

Aside from providing me with expert legal opinion throughout my proceedings Philip was also instrumental in directing me to the services of a psychologist, who I believe has had a monumental impact on my psychological growth and assisted in addressing some of the issues that led me to my predicament and also providing me with a pathway to continue my own rehabilitation. Again, this was a direct result of following Philip’s advice and the psychologist would agree with me in vouching for the credibility and professionalism of Philip.

I have the upmost respect for Philip as a solicitor but more importantly as an individual as he genuinely showed an interest in me and I know aside from the professional kudos that the positive legal outcomes brings him it would also give him personal delight. Philip is a credit to your organisation and has had a enormous impact on my life situation and I look forward to moving my life in a positive direction and the opportunity for me to do so has arisen as direct result of Philip Stewart.

R 9.2.09