Solicitor at Howells Solicitors

Chris Wong

Solicitor - Director and Solicitor

SRA ID: 148300

Chris has worked exclusively in Criminal Law for over 30 years. He is Head of the Crown Court team at Howell’s where he specialises in those cases before the Crown Court of a serious nature having over 20 years’ experience of representing clients in cases including murder, drug importation, complex fraud and proceeds of crime investigations, cultivation and supply of drugs plus high profile and involved extradition proceedings before the High Court. Chris has a large clientele who rely upon his experience and expertise and often receives referrals from professionals to assist and advise their clients. He has substantial experience of extradition proceedings and often local solicitors will refer cases to him due to his expertise. He has yet to lose an extradition case before the High Court. Chris is often described by his clients as hard working and down to earth, giving clear and understandable advice to his clients and working with them and their families to keep them informed and to obtain the best result. He began practicing law as a solicitor since the 15th November 1990, originally working in the field of Disaster Law and involved in cases such as the Zeebrugge post traumatic disorder claims, Marchioness Riverboat Disaster, Dalkon Shield litigation in the US and Clapham Rail Crash.

15-17 Bridge Street, S3 8NL

Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas

Crime/ Criminal Defence, Driving offences

5.0/5 56 Client Reviews 56
  • Crime/ Criminal Defence 96%
  • Driving offences 4%
56 Client Reviews

5.0/5

Overall experience

  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge

Reviews summary

  • Excellent
    54
  • Very Good
    2
  • Average
    0
  • Poor
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  • Awful
    0

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AKEEM OLAYINKA
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November 23, 2024 20241123151414

Professionalism

4

He was incredibly professional and went above and beyond to make my case straightforward, ultimately securing a lesser judgment. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need. Mr. Chris Wong is truly an excellent lawyer.

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A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 25 November, 2024

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Sharron
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November 21, 2024 20241121165320

The BEST criminal defence lawyer

5

The BEST criminal defence lawyer
Don’t look anywhere else … without going into detail on the case my partner required a criminal lawyer. On reading the solicitors reviews in the area, Chris Wong was very highly rated…after being dissatisfied with the advice that was given by the duty solicitor at the police station. We then decided to go with our gut feeling and highly rated solicitor. From day one my partner spoke to Chris, who fully explained the procedure and the way to proceed. He is extremely frank about the possible outcomes and open and transparent throughout, to the point where some could consider ’brutal’. 
However, listen to what advice you are given, take onboard what is presented and trust in his capability. 
Believe me, in court he proceeds with his vast experience and knowledge, Chris is the ‘go to lawyer’ for any criminal proceeding. We are very grateful for the outcome and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone who requires any type of criminal defence.

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Wong

A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 25 November, 2024

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Daniel fallis
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November 05, 2024 20241105121723

Driving offence..

5

Absolutely amazing in court. He's is one brilliant solicitor highly recommend you to use him in any driving offence....

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Wong

A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 05 November, 2024

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Leanne major
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October 03, 2024 20241003160815

Absolutely brilliant!

5

Chris Wong is absolutely brilliant! Couldn’t have asked for a better solicitor, very understanding .. very on the ball.. great communication.. not many solicitors would have got the outcome we did and that’s all thanks to Chris! Honestly and truthfully this man is outstanding would recommend Chris to anyone with very strong confidence has he’s brilliant at what he does !!

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A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 07 October, 2024

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Aftab Razzaq
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October 01, 2024 20241001161308

Both false cases

5

Howels Solictors are the best around everytime I have needed them they have allways been there from Chris Wong who has allways advised me properly and even took time out of his busy schedule to talk to me on the phone to advise me and fighted my case properly with out cutting corners even when Chris wasent available his team his secatrys have allways been help full I will allways use his self and his team when ever I need them because they go above and beyond for they’re clients and that is what u need once again I don’t think there is anybody better than Chris wong thank u allways

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Wong

A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 07 October, 2024

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August 21, 2024 20240821191831

Perfect service

5

We first heard about Chris and Howell solicitors through a friend, after the first meeting with Chris and the advice he gave, put my mind to rest, over all the work Chris put it is unmatched and the results of the case was better than expected

Would highly recommend to anyone

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Wong

A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 22 August, 2024

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Vicki Hinchliffe
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July 30, 2024 20240730222910

Criminal lawyer

5

See below because this is how I feel about Chris and I howells solicitors

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A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 31 July, 2024

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Jean Brunt
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July 16, 2024 20240716120431

Vinny O'Grady's Case

5

I am Vinny O'Grady's Partner and was a visitor for his case on 11/7/24.I met Mr Wong on 3 occasions and I found him to fortnight straight to the point and does not suffer fools easily.He explained everything clearly and precisely and covered everything comprehensively in a professional manner .Excellent Legal representation .

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Wong

A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 18 July, 2024

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Vinny O’Grady
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July 12, 2024 20240712105105

My Case

5

I’m glad i was appointed Chris Wong .From the outset is was straight to the point and no frills and made me feel at home and completely at ease with him.He handled my case excellently from the first moment we met to him shaking my hand and the debrief when he rightly won my case..I would highly reccomend Mr Wong to anyone .Thank you Chris and Thank you Howell’s Solicitors 😊👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Wong

A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 18 July, 2024

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June 18, 2024 20240618102356

Honest, knowledgable and reliable

5

Can’t recommend Chris enough, from the first phone conversation I had with him he put me at ease, was easy to talk to, non judgemental and down to earth.

I gave him the full story, even probably irrelevant details and he was patient and understanding. His knowledge of the area really shone through as he was then able to take on the information I’d thrown at him, understand my situation and translate it into something the magistrates would understand.

He went above and beyond, even supporting and advising my family through the process.

He was straight talking, honest, and gave me full confidence.

I went in with very realistic expectations, set by Chris, these were then exceeded, so I am incredibly grateful.

Thank you for all of your support and understanding Chris.

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Wong

A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 19 June, 2024

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Harry

5

Was reccomended to use howells by a close friend and they did not disapoint, specifically mr chris wong very knowledgeable and knows his way around a court room.

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A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 02 February, 2024

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Alexander
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Alexander

5

Chris wong is the best u could wish for and I would highly recommend to anyone who is in this position he is unstoppable

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A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 31 May, 2023

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Shanaya
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Shanaya

5

Chris Wong recently represented my son. The service we received was brilliant, he built up a great rapport with my son and kept me up to date with any progress, I always felt reassured after a conversation with Chris as he is very knowledgeable in the industry, it was an extremely difficult thing to go through as a parent but Chris really helped the situation and made me feel a lot more positive about everything throughout. I would highly recommend Chris as he is a very professional but down to earth individual. I wouldn't have wanted anyone else to have supported us though this time and we couldn't off asked for a better outcome in such a complex case.

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Wong

A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 25 October, 2022

Thank you very much for your positive review, we are really pleased to hear that you were happy with the service. We will pass your comments on to Chris and the team at the Sheffield Office.

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Gareth
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Gareth

5

I rang Mr Wong with a urgent matter and he was there without any questions asked or hesitation. I genuinely can't thank him enough. If anyone needs a genuine honest solicitor with exceptional knowledge then I would highly recommend.

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Wong

A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 07 January, 2022

Thank you for your great review Gareth, we will pass your feedback on to Chris Wong, thank you.

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cain

5

Very professional and great result thank you chris wong and the team at howells would not go anywhere else for legal advice and help did everything it said on the label 10 out of 10 thanks again especially Chris Wong ... from mick storey

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Wong

A representative from Howells Solicitors responded to this review on 14 October, 2021

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and we will pass this on to Chris Wong and the team. Thank you.

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About Chris Wong

Chris has worked exclusively in Criminal Law for over 30 years. He is Head of the Crown Court team at Howell’s where he specialises in those cases before the Crown Court of a serious nature having over 20 years’ experience of representing clients in cases including murder, drug importation, complex fraud and proceeds of crime investigations, cultivation and supply of drugs plus high profile and involved extradition proceedings before the High Court. Chris has a large clientele who rely upon his experience and expertise and often receives referrals from professionals to assist and advise their clients. He has substantial experience of extradition proceedings and often local solicitors will refer cases to him due to his expertise. He has yet to lose an extradition case before the High Court. Chris is often described by his clients as hard working and down to earth, giving clear and understandable advice to his clients and working with them and their families to keep them informed and to obtain the best result. He began practicing law as a solicitor since the 15th November 1990, originally working in the field of Disaster Law and involved in cases such as the Zeebrugge post traumatic disorder claims, Marchioness Riverboat Disaster, Dalkon Shield litigation in the US and Clapham Rail Crash.

Languages Spoken: English

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Address

Howells Solicitors

15-17 Bridge Street

S3 8NL



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Status

Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

15/11/90

28/11/24

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Owner

Howells

?-06-02-2020

Owner

Howells LLP

?-03-06-2021

Solicitor

Howells LLP

03-06-2021-present