Richard Paddle is a highly qualified financial expert with extensive experience in providing expert witness services. With over 30 years of experience in investment management, trading, financial advice and wealth management services. Richard offers valuable insights and testimony in financial-related cases.
About

Expertise
Financial Advice
Investment Management
Expert Witness
Wealth Management
Qualifications
- Member of The Academy of Experts (MAE)
- Fellow of the Personal Finance Society (FPFS)
- Chartered Financial Planner (APFS)
- Bachelor's Degree in Physics with Physical Electronics, University of Bath, BSc(Hons)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies (DMS)
- RDR Level 6 and CF30 FCA Approved Person
- European Financial Planner (EFP), DipPFS, CertPFS (Securities), CertPFS (DM), Cert CII(MP & ER)
- AF1, AF3, AF4 (Distinction), CF6, CF8, ER1, J10, J12, LP1, LP2, RO1, RO2, RO3, RO4, RO5, RO6
Professional Experience
- Expert Witness, Self-Employed (2014-present)
- Partner, Financial Adviser, St. James's Place Wealth Management plc (2014-2025)
- Consultant (2011-2014)
- Managing Director, IHS Markit plc (2009-2011)
- Head of Investment Portfolio, Head of Credit Trading, HBOS plc (1998-2009)
- Senior Credit Analyst, Abbey National Treasury Services plc (1995-1998)
Services
Expert Witness Testimony
Financial Report Preparation
Case Consultation
Litigation Support
Contact Information
Email: richard@clavertons.com
Phone: +44 7887 633503
Location: London, UK
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