Services

Criminal allegations and proceedings can carry serious consequences, particularly where an individual’s liberty, livelihood and reputation are at risk. We provide comprehensive criminal defence representation at every stage of the process, offering clear, strategic advice from the point of first contact through to the resolution of proceedings.
 

Our criminal defence practice covers all areas of criminal law, acting for clients in both legally aided and privately funded matters. We regularly advise individuals at the police station stage, during investigations and interviews under caution, and throughout proceedings in the Magistrates’ Court and the Crown Court.
 

We act in relation to a broad range of criminal allegations, including, but not limited to, offences involving violence, drugs, dishonesty and fraud, sexual offences, public order matters, regulatory and compliance-related offences, and allegations arising from complex or multi-handed investigations. We are experienced in managing cases involving contested evidence, procedural challenges and trials before the higher courts.
 

We place particular emphasis on early case assessment and tactical decision-making, recognising that effective representation at the outset of an investigation can be critical to the course and conduct of proceedings. Where matters progress, we provide robust representation throughout pre-trial hearings, trial preparation and advocacy, working closely with specialist counsel where appropriate.
 

The firm is authorised by the Legal Aid Agency to undertake criminal defence work and has held a criminal legal aid contract since 1 October 2022. Where a matter falls within the scope of criminal legal aid, we are able to represent clients at police stations, in the Magistrates’ Court and in the Crown Court. We also act for privately funded clients who require discreet, thorough and focused representation in criminal proceedings.
 

We understand that criminal matters often arise unexpectedly and require immediate action. For that reason, we offer access to urgent assistance through our 24-hour emergency contact service, ensuring that advice and representation are available when they are most needed.