Jeremy Scudds

Jeremy Scudds is a barrister, solicitor, and seasoned legal practitioner with Porter Scudds, renowned as a leading criminal defence lawyer in Western Australia. With a career spanning several decades, Jeremy has garnered extensive experience across various legal domains, including personal injury law, commercial litigation, and both government and private practice. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of his clients' needs and the intricacies of the legal landscape. Admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of Western Australia and the High Court of Australia in 1984, Jeremy has built a solid foundation in the legal profession. His commitment to community engagement is evident in his roles as a social worker and union official, as well as serving as the Night Line Lawyer for Radio Station 6PR, the Honorary Solicitor for the WA Council of Social Services, and the Incest Survivors Association. Additionally, he has contributed as a university lecturer, a Legal Practitioner on the Real Estate Agents Supervisory Board, a member of various Law Society committees, and a Trustee with the Perth Theatre Trust. Jeremy remains active within the legal community as a member of the Forensic Society of Australia & New Zealand, the National Association of Criminal Defence Lawyers in the USA, and the WA Criminal Lawyers Association. He also holds administrative positions in various sporting associations across Australia. Mr Scudds is distinguished for his expertise in complex defences, particularly in murder cases, informant witnesses, white-collar crime, and complex fraud and drug trials. His proficiency in DNA and fingerprint analysis has positioned him as a foremost authority in Western Australia, adept at elucidating both the advantages and limitations of such evidence in legal proceedings.