Bolton · Criminal defence

Criminal defence solicitors in Bolton

13 of the 66 SRA-regulated firms with an office in Bolton list criminal defence work, and 5 hold a Legal Aid Agency contract for it. Describe your problem and we will match you with the ones that handle it.

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Firms in Bolton

Criminal defence firms in Bolton

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CYRIL MORRIS ARKWRIGHT

BOLTON SRA no. 52503

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Children and social services · Company and commercial +6 more

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JOE EGAN SOLICITORS

Bolton SRA no. 627521

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Children and social services · Contesting a will or estate +7 more

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Getting criminal defence help in Bolton

Bolton keeps its courts together at The Law Courts on Blackhorse Street, where the county court and family court, the magistrates' court and the Crown Court all sit, so most local cases are heard in the town. Employment claims are heard by the regional tribunal in Manchester.

Legal aid data from the Legal Aid Agency, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

What criminal defence solicitors in Bolton help with

  • Police station and interviews
  • Court defence
  • Serious and specialist crime
  • Appeals and criminal records
Questions

Criminal defence solicitors in Bolton: common questions

How many criminal defence solicitors are there in Bolton?

13 of the 66 SRA-regulated firms with an office in Bolton list criminal defence work, from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register and the firms' own websites.

Can I get legal aid for criminal defence in Bolton?

5 firms in Bolton hold a Legal Aid Agency contract for this work. Legal aid is means tested and not every type of case qualifies, so the firm will check whether you are eligible.

Do I need a solicitor based in Bolton?

Not always. Much of this work can be done by phone, email and video. A local firm helps if you want to meet in person or your case is likely to go to a court nearby.

How do I choose between criminal defence solicitors in Bolton?

Describe your problem in the box on this page. We work out exactly what kind of case it is and match you with firms that handle it, with a guide to the likely cost. It is free and there is no obligation.

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Firm data from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register, last checked 14 October 2026. Areas of work come from the register and firms' own websites. Super Solicitor is not a law firm and does not give legal advice.