Avident is operated personally by Matt, a former police professional with over 36 years of operational experience.
Legal Experience
During a long career in policing, Matt was involved in and managed investigations into serious and complex organised crime, working within structured legal frameworks and rigorous evidential standards. He developed extensive experience in file preparation, case building and attending court, with a clear understanding of the procedural accuracy required in legal proceedings. That experience now informs the careful and methodical approach taken in every instruction accepted by Avident.
Legal professionals rightly expect clarity about who is physically effecting service. With Avident, instructions are not delegated or passed through administrative layers. They are handled personally, discreetly and with direct accountability from receipt through to completion.
Lecturing & Mentoring
Following retirement from policing, Matt continued his commitment to public service within alternative education settings, working with young people at risk of entering the criminal justice system. As a mature student, he obtained a master’s degree and formal teaching qualifications, further strengthening his ability to communicate clearly, manage challenging situations and operate with patience and composure.
Communication
Communication sits at the centre of his professional approach. As an advanced police interviewer and operational debriefer, Matt developed the ability to listen carefully, assess situations accurately and engage effectively at all levels. In process serving, this skillset often reduces unnecessary confrontation and enables lawful service to be achieved calmly and efficiently.
Approach
Matt adopts a measured, organised and quietly confident approach to his work. He takes personal responsibility for each instruction and operates to consistent ethical standards. He is detail-focused and able to respond promptly where urgency demands, without compromising professionalism or procedural integrity.
Commitment to Service
Avident’s service is built upon trust, accountability, discretion and experience. There is no exaggeration and no unnecessary theatrics — simply reliable execution of legal instructions in accordance with evidential and procedural requirements.
Whether undertaking routine service, urgent injunction matters or sensitive instructions, Matt provides a calm and professional presence. Documentation is prepared correctly, communication remains clear and matters are concluded with care.
Master’s Degree Financial Investigation & Financial Crime
Management of Fraud Investigations
Enhanced Financial Crime Investigator
Serious & Complex Crime Interview Advisor
Senior Intelligence Debrief Manager
Family Liaison Officer
BTEC Level 4 Certificate in Education & Adult Training
Certificated High Court Enforcement Officer
30-year policing career
Operations Manager for high-risk children within alternative learning provisions
Associate Lecturer College of Policing
Visiting Lecturer University of the West of England
AQA and OCR History ‘A’ Level & GCSE Examination Assessor
Symposium for Organised Crime, University of the West of England
European Battlefield Tour Guide
Association British Investigators F2300
Enhanced Vetting (College of Policing) NPPV3/SC
Information Commissioners Office ZB956423
Ex-Police in Industry and Commerce 28692
Professional Indemnity 15568632
Liability Insurance CHBS5228003XB
Institute Advanced Motorcyclists