Mike Sophocleous

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Michael Sophocleous is a Solicitor and Partner in the Crime and Regulatory department. He has a wealth of experience, having defended in some of the most high profile and complex fraud and serious crime cases in recent legal history. After working for over a decade in the City of London, he relocated to the North West in 2010 where he retains a national and international client base. Michael defends personal and business clients in the most serious criminal and regulatory investigations and prosecutions brought by: the Serious Fraud Office, HM Revenue & Customs, the National Crime Agency, the Financial Conduct Authority, Trading Standards, the Security Industry Authority and the Crown Prosecution Service Complex Casework Unit. Having extensive experience defending large scale conspiracy to supply and money laundering cases, he has also developed his practice as a specialist in all aspects of the Proceeds of Crime Act from cash seizure and forfeiture in the Magistrates’ Court and confiscation in the Crown Court through to multi-jurisdictional civil recovery in the High Court.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 230486

  • Based in Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • Licensed for 23 years

Accepting new clients via ReviewSolicitors

Michael Sophocleous is a Solicitor and Partner in the Crime and Regulatory department. He has a wealth of experience, having defended in some of the most high profile and complex fraud and serious crime cases in recent legal history. After working for over a decade in the City of London, he relocated to the North West in 2010 where he retains a national and international client base. Michael defends personal and business clients in the most serious criminal and regulatory investigations and prosecutions brought by: the Serious Fraud Office, HM Revenue & Customs, the National Crime Agency, the Financial Conduct Authority, Trading Standards, the Security Industry Authority and the Crown Prosecution Service Complex Casework Unit. Having extensive experience defending large scale conspiracy to supply and money laundering cases, he has also developed his practice as a specialist in all aspects of the Proceeds of Crime Act from cash seizure and forfeiture in the Magistrates’ Court and confiscation in the Crown Court through to multi-jurisdictional civil recovery in the High Court.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 230486

  • Based in Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • Licensed for 23 years

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Approachability 5.0/5
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  • Robert Lizar Solicitors Limited

    SRA-approved manager - Director

    Until August 2025

  • Slater Heelis

    Solicitor

    August 2025 - Present 1 year and 1 month

Languages spoken

  • English

Opening hours

Monday 08:30–17:00
Tuesday 08:30–17:00 (Open)
Wednesday 08:30–17:00
Thursday 08:30–17:00
Friday 08:30–17:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

86 Deansgate, M3 2ER

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Andy Loban

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RSPCA case advice

After 2 days of phoning around and getting nowhere Mike was a breath of fresh air. He gave me reassurance and good advice on my case which the RSPCA eventually dropped

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Hi Andy, we are pleased to hear that Mike provided you with clear advice and reassurance when you needed it most. Thank you for taking the time to recognise his efforts.

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Mathew Middleton

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Crime/ Criminal Defence

The Best Representation

Michael is one of the most knowledgeable solicitors I have come across, has skin in the game and gets the job done. You will not regret having mr Sophocleous in your corner!!

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Thank you, Matthew. We are grateful for your confidence in Mike and his approach. It is always encouraging to know that his expertise and commitment made a positive impression. We appreciate your recommendation.

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Alan Robinson

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Mike Sophocleous

Mike is a first class lawyer who takes time to fully understand his clients and deliver for them . He is a consummate professional explaining in full detail the options available and his recommendations as the best way forward. Due to the nature of his work my dealings with Mike have been in difficult circumstances but he has always delivered for me . If anyone finds themselves in difficult circumstances I would not hesitate to recommend they get Mike on their team

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Thank you for sharing your feedback, Alan! Mike will be deeply touched to know his dedicated, thorough support made all the difference for you. We wish you all the very best moving forward.

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Crime/ Criminal Defence

Professional legal services

Smooth efficient legal services that my local solicitors could not provide. Mike is the consummate professional who helped me greatly.

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We are delighted to hear that Mike was able to provide the smooth, efficient legal service you needed and that his professionalism made such a positive difference to your experience.

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Wolverhampton

Without Mike the outcome would have been a lot worse. Very experienced professional, credit to the company and I used him because he came highly recommended and respected

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What brilliant feedback, Mark, thank you! It is wonderful to hear how much peace of mind Mike’s expertise and dedication gave you during a crucial time. He truly is a credit to our team, and we deeply appreciate your high recommendation!

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