Alan Hobden

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Alan Hobden is a Partner, Solicitor and Head of the Criminal Defence Department. Alan obtained his Law degree at the University of East Anglia and continued his studies at the College of Law in Chancery Lane, London. He qualified as a Solicitor in September 1991 and was admitted as a Duty Solicitor in April 1992. Shortly after qualifying Alan became a Partner in another local law practice in Criminal, Family and Civil Litigation. Alan then joined Stephen Rimmer in 2005 and in 2006, he was made Partner and Head of the Criminal Department. Alan is the Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration for Stephen Rimmer LLP and he is the Partner in charge of Trainee Solicitors and monitoring their progress. Alan attends police stations and Magistrates’ courts to represent Clients on a variety of matters each regularly. His main practice involves being the Litigator in serious and complex cases in the Crown Court. Alan is one of the most experienced Duty Solicitors and Litigators in Sussex. To contact Alan Hobden call 01323 644222 or email ah@stephenrimmer.com

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 150762

  • Based in Eastbourne, East Sussex
  • Licensed for 34 years

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Alan Hobden is a Partner, Solicitor and Head of the Criminal Defence Department. Alan obtained his Law degree at the University of East Anglia and continued his studies at the College of Law in Chancery Lane, London. He qualified as a Solicitor in September 1991 and was admitted as a Duty Solicitor in April 1992. Shortly after qualifying Alan became a Partner in another local law practice in Criminal, Family and Civil Litigation. Alan then joined Stephen Rimmer in 2005 and in 2006, he was made Partner and Head of the Criminal Department. Alan is the Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration for Stephen Rimmer LLP and he is the Partner in charge of Trainee Solicitors and monitoring their progress. Alan attends police stations and Magistrates’ courts to represent Clients on a variety of matters each regularly. His main practice involves being the Litigator in serious and complex cases in the Crown Court. Alan is one of the most experienced Duty Solicitors and Litigators in Sussex. To contact Alan Hobden call 01323 644222 or email ah@stephenrimmer.com

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 150762

  • Based in Eastbourne, East Sussex
  • Licensed for 34 years

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  • Stephen Rimmer LLP

    Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration

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  • English

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Monday 09:00–17:45
Tuesday 09:00–17:45
Wednesday 09:00–17:45
Thursday 09:00–17:45
Friday 09:00–17:45
Saturday 10:30–12:30
Sunday (Closed)

28-30 Hyde Gardens, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4PX

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Niall

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Best legal team in East Sussex !

From start to finish, the team was professional, responsive, and incredibly supportive. They made a stressful process smooth and straightforward with clear communication and expert advice. I couldn't have asked for better representation — truly top-tier solicitors. Highly recommended!

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Grant Sanders

Hello there, thank you for taking the time in writing a great review, we are pleased that we were able to assist. I will ensure that your comments are passed on to Alan, Jay & Noelle. We appreciate your kind words and high recommendation. Should you require any legal assistance in the future, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Best Wishes, Stephen Rimmer.

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The friendliness and courtesy of all staff (starting with the telephone receptionist) did much to calm ones worries.

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Grant Sanders

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Solicitor Alan Hobden & his appointed barrister Mr Julian Dale are experienced, competent defenders and highly recommended. Criminal department in Stephen Rimmer's are the best.

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Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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