Derby · Criminal defence

Criminal defence solicitors in Derby

10 of the 34 SRA-regulated firms with an office in Derby list criminal defence work, and 4 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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Firm data from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register, last checked 14 October 2026.

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Firms in Derby

Criminal defence firms in Derby

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SKR Legal Solicitors

Derby SRA no. 619635

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Asylum and human rights · Immigration and visas

Smith Partnership

DERBY SRA no. 639865

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Children and social services · Clinical negligence +14 more

Flint Bishop Solicitors

Derby SRA no. 8006955

  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Agriculture and rural · Boundary and neighbour disputes +19 more

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Local help

Getting criminal defence help in Derby

The Derby Combined Court Centre on Morledge handles county court, family and Crown Court cases, including bankruptcy. Criminal cases start at Derby Magistrates' Court on St Mary's Gate. Employment claims go to the Midlands East tribunal, with in-person hearings at the Nottingham Justice Centre on Carrington Street, and shorter hearings often by video.

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

What criminal defence solicitors in Derby help with

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

Criminal defence solicitors in Derby: common questions

How many criminal defence solicitors are there in Derby?

10 of the 34 SRA-regulated firms with an office in Derby list criminal defence work, from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register and the firms' own websites.

Can I get legal aid for criminal defence in Derby?

4 firms in Derby 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 Derby?

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 Derby?

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.

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.