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Criminal defence solicitors

1,438 SRA-regulated firms in England and Wales list criminal defence work, including firms in 32 of the 32 towns and cities we cover. Describe your problem and we will match you with the ones that handle it.

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What criminal defence solicitors do

If you've been arrested, charged or asked to attend a police interview, you have the right to free legal advice, and you should use it. Super Solicitor matches you with an SRA-regulated criminal defence solicitor who can advise you at the police station, represent you in court or explain the charges you face.

Common problems they help with

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

Criminal defence firms to consider

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Moeen & Co. Solicitors

Hayes SRA no. 8005458

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Immigration and visas · Housing and tenancy +1 more

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SUGARE & CO

LEEDS SRA no. 56043

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Children and social services · Domestic abuse and protection +4 more

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BELL LAMB & JOYNSON

Runcorn SRA no. 403618

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Children and social services · Contesting a will or estate +5 more

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MPR SOLICITORS LLP

HOUNSLOW SRA no. 464584

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Business crime and investigations · Company and commercial +4 more

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STEPHEN RIMMER LLP

EASTBOURNE SRA no. 497398

  • 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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GREENS SOLICITORS LIMITED

Birmingham SRA no. 611988

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Children and social services · Domestic abuse and protection +1 more

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MSB

Liverpool SRA no. 666011

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Asylum and human rights · Business crime and investigations +14 more

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Lewis Nedas Law

LONDON SRA no. 567461

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Commercial disputes · Commercial property +6 more

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AM International Solicitors

LONDON SRA no. 632695

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Company and commercial · Commercial disputes +4 more

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Adukus Solicitors

London SRA no. 621552

  • Legal aid contract
  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Children and social services · Civil disputes +7 more

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Gardner Leader

NEWBURY SRA no. 489549

  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Agriculture and rural · Business crime and investigations +15 more

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Kidwells Solicitors

Hereford SRA no. 535081

  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Boundary and neighbour disputes · Company and commercial +11 more

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BROCKBANK CURWEN CAIN AND HALL

Whitehaven SRA no. 384225

  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Boundary and neighbour disputes · Company and commercial +9 more

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Churchers Solicitors

FAREHAM SRA no. 656428

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Criminal defence · Children and social services · Company and commercial +10 more

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Reeds Solicitors LLP

Oxford SRA no. 637962

  • Lists this work on its website

Criminal defence · Children and social services · Civil liberties and public bodies +7 more

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By town

Criminal defence solicitors near you

Criminal defence solicitors in London 387 Criminal defence solicitors in Birmingham 50 Criminal defence solicitors in Manchester 50 Criminal defence solicitors in Leeds 27 Criminal defence solicitors in Liverpool 23 Criminal defence solicitors in Bradford 22 Criminal defence solicitors in Leicester 18 Criminal defence solicitors in Nottingham 17 Criminal defence solicitors in Sheffield 16 Criminal defence solicitors in Cardiff 13 Criminal defence solicitors in Bolton 13 Criminal defence solicitors in Bristol 12 Criminal defence solicitors in Derby 10 Criminal defence solicitors in Newcastle upon Tyne 9 Criminal defence solicitors in Southampton 9 Criminal defence solicitors in Norwich 8 Criminal defence solicitors in Stockport 8 Criminal defence solicitors in Coventry 7 Criminal defence solicitors in Brighton 7 Criminal defence solicitors in Swansea 7 Criminal defence solicitors in Exeter 6 Criminal defence solicitors in Hull 6 Criminal defence solicitors in Preston 6 Criminal defence solicitors in Plymouth 6 Criminal defence solicitors in Oldham 5 Criminal defence solicitors in Wolverhampton 5 Solicitors in Reading 4 Solicitors in Stoke-on-Trent 4 Solicitors in York 3 Solicitors in Cambridge 3 Solicitors in Wakefield 2 Solicitors in Portsmouth 1
Guides

Criminal defence guides

Police caution explained: what it actually means for you
The Verdict by Super Solicitor

Criminal defence: reviews and news

Olliers Solicitors: a Tier 1 criminal defence practice in ManchesterReview
Questions

Common questions about criminal defence

Ask about your situation
Am I entitled to a solicitor at the police station?

Yes. This is a fundamental legal right under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984. You are entitled to free independent legal advice at the police station at any time of day or night. Always request it before any interview begins.

Do I have to answer police questions?

In most circumstances you have the right to silence, though the court may draw adverse inferences in some cases if you don't mention something you later rely on in your defence. A criminal defence solicitor will advise you before any interview takes place.

What is the difference between the Magistrates' Court and Crown Court?

Less serious offences (summary offences) are dealt with in the Magistrates' Court. More serious offences are sent to the Crown Court where there is a judge and jury. Some offences (either-way offences) can go to either court.

Am I eligible for legal aid for criminal defence?

Criminal legal aid is more widely available than in other areas. At the police station it is always free. For court proceedings, eligibility depends on a means test and an "interests of justice" test. A solicitor can assess whether you qualify.

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