Nottingham · Criminal defence

Criminal defence solicitors in Nottingham

17 of the 97 SRA-regulated firms with an office in Nottingham list criminal defence work, and 7 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 Nottingham

Criminal defence firms in Nottingham

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CARRINGTONS SOLICITORS

Nottingham SRA no. 566320

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Civil liberties and public bodies · Motoring offences

Bhatia Best Solicitors

NOTTINGHAM SRA no. 533279

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Children and social services · Civil liberties and public bodies +8 more

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Getting criminal defence help in Nottingham

Nottingham County Court and Family Court are on Canal Street and the Crown Court is on High Pavement. Because Nottingham is a regional centre for the Business and Property Courts, commercial disputes that would otherwise go to Birmingham or London can stay in the city.

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

What criminal defence solicitors in Nottingham help with

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

Criminal defence solicitors in Nottingham: common questions

How many criminal defence solicitors are there in Nottingham?

17 of the 97 SRA-regulated firms with an office in Nottingham list criminal defence work, from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register and the firms' own websites.

Can I get legal aid for criminal defence in Nottingham?

7 firms in Nottingham 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 Nottingham?

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 Nottingham?

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.