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The Johnson Partnership was formed on 1st July 1990 and since then has grown to be one of the largest criminal law firm in England and Wales. Of the 10 people who walked through the door on the first morning four remain, even though one is currently on sabbatical. Bill, Chris and Digby remain as partners but they have been joined by the fourth first day member Emma Eardley who on the 1st July 1990 was our office junior. Since 1990 The Johnson Partnership has attracted more than its fair share of media exposure. In 2002 the partnership was the centre piece of the major channel 4 documentary series “Partners in Crime”. Our high profile cases and unusual working arrangements mean that we’re never far from the public eye. Many of our solicitors have appeared in the media and we are often called on by the BBC, ITV News and local radio to provide expert comment on criminal law issues. You can read more about our media work here. We also have a strong commitment to our communities and sponsor many local groups and activities Read more...
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Client Reviews
Lee
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From start to finish Mr Blackburn was a star. He immediately grasped what was happening and helped me through a minor but very tricky situation. He listened, talked and smoothed out everything for me. Thank you The Johnson partnership.
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Nicola
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With only two and a half weeks until my Sons trial Theo took on my Sons case and also sorted his Legal Aid out. It was a very strange but serious allegation made against my Son by his ex girlfriend. Beverley and Theo had been great with communication in the run up to the trial and very helpful. At the trial Theo was nothing short of amazing picking out all of the holes, flaws, untruths and lack of evidence against my Son leading to a not guilty verdict. Theo is a very professional, pleasant solicitor and truly great at what he does. I would highly recommend The Johnson Partnership as a firm and in particular Theo as a solicitor, we can’t thank him enough for achieving the best outcome for my Son and clearing his name. We can’t believe what Theo achieved in just 2 weeks when other firms we had contacted said it was impossible.
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M
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I was arrested for the first time in my life and asked for a duty solicitor. After a few hours i was told my solicitor is here. I had a thousand questions and was really scared. My solicitor was Khuram and I can’t recommend him enough. Not only did he explain everything in detail he told me he is with me throughout this which put me at ease. Everything he told me will happen during the interview is exactly what happened. Here i am a free man because i asked for duty and i was lucky enough to be given Johnsons. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Katie
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Fantastic solicitors. Helped me get the best outcome possible. Kind, understanding and non judgemental. Would recommend
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L
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i'm not one to leave reviews but have to with how bad i have been spoken to and treated by johnsons partnership barnsley!
i was let down when i was promised a call back after waiting all day the day i was told someone would be calling me but no one called, it was 5 days after i contacted them that I finally got a call back, 5 long days on something i needed urgent advice on when i eventually got to speak to someone she did not apologise for not calling me the day before like was arranged and was only on the phone 2 minutes when she rudely rushed of without letting me be able to explain the problem and with out being given any advice/help on what to do next which is extremely dissapointing especially when i was told by another solicitor from this firm who advised me on what steps that could be taken and that they would deal with it for me but when i mentioned it to this other solicitor who was very unproffesional she said in a loud tone of voice it's not the end of the word it's not happened yet when the whole point in contacting them for help was to stop it from happening like the first solicitor advised.
i will not use or recommend this horrible firm to anyone!! AVOID!
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Andy
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To Nigel Sloane Can I just say a big thank you, on a great job well done, if it wasn't for you doing your job properly, I'd of lost my driving licence, but because of you I've still got it, thank you so much. All the best. Smashed it as always
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Anonymous
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I heard about your organisation from my solicitor who handles my property cases. It was easy to make contact and response was very encouraging. Your organisation is very friendly and responsive to client problems.
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Anonymous
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No need for improvement as it was brilliant service
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Mike
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This review is for a different branch.
I was represented by Alex from hull he was absolutely amazing a credit to this area an more so as he is still a trainee . Alex represents me at police station an I felt very comfortable an in safe hands . I’m 41 an this guy is late 20.s
Regardless his complete representation was excellent .
From the 1st representation and knowing I will be appearing at court following day . Alex instructed his college robin smith to represent me at court . Unfortunately robins efforts were not welcomed by the judge an I ended up being held on remand .
Robin smith notified my next of kin the situation an I was informed by robin of what will happen .
While I was held on remand I kept in contact with Alex on many occasions an although he was limited in what he could do or say due to his position in the firm Alex was an absolute legend an his words were “ if I can help or you need anything let me no “
His comments were reassuring .
I was supposed to he represented by the hull branch however I got transferred to the Nottingham branch .
My experience an representation from the barristers were beyond competent I’d rather say dismal an unprofessional.
The paralegals were immature , unprofessional and full of attitude, Mis leading of the truth , considering there position of trust
The service was appalling .
I did have a conversation from Lincoln prison with a paralegal that if I was paying out of my own pocket I would get better service .
I was judged by the barrister at crown court an badgerd to plead guilty
I didn’t .
As I had no faith in this firm in Nottingham I had to educate my self in law . An write my own defends statement an luckily the governor allowed me to pass it onto my visitor to hand over to my friend to Type up an email to Laura Briggs
If anyone ever has Laura Briggs or represented by Nottingham branch walk away quick .
Now I spent 5 months never speaking to a solicitor after 5 letters an I lost count of phone calls I made requesting that .
I requested the evidence held against me an was sent after 3 requests.
I was judged wrongly an treated like I was bad .
Luckily I had my probation officer to help we’re she could’ an they contacted this branch on my behalf as I was ignored completely, misinformed, not informed.
When it came to trial the barrister allocated at crown court was exceptional.
An result went in my favour .
Since I was released I had a pending matter to which Alex initially dealt with then passed on to robin smith an his advice an help was brilliant . The end result was robin represented me for sentencing an he was a credit to his area . It seems the cps are very poor luckily I had one of the best representation to me .
So I was going to go to the legal ombudsman wit her regards to Nottingham branch however I’m sure you cover your mistakes like a politician.
So to the top dogs of Johnson’s partnerships
An to the public
Robin smith an Alex ( apologises I have forgot his surname )
Your lucky you Have these on your team
Wit him regards m dale
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Unruly
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This review is for a different branch.
I couldn’t recommend harriot anymore, I turned up to the office in chesterfield having left a previous firm who I felt was not dealing with my case with the correct professionalism, I arrived the most shattered, broken, and depressed I’ve ever felt and on the verge of ending my life looking at a very very heavy sentence for something I was utterly innocent of, and she’s been dealing the case against me for a year and a half which has finally came to an end.. and honestly she has been my backbone from the start till the end I’ve never felt so much confidence in a defence solicitor before. every single doubt I had I was completely assured and any question I had was never left unanswered or felt like it left with more to ask, she also created a safe space where I could talk uttlery from the rawest of heart and feel no judgement or dismissal. I would describe harriot as very professional, well informed, and very determined with a do or die trying attitude, but also so sincere and friendly I felt a very genuine professional lawyer/client bond such a pleasure and breath of fresh air to interact with everytime, an absolute 10/10 experience definitely a jobsworth, and if I ever find myself in a bad situation again which i hope I do not I know exactly who I’ll be getting in touch with
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Dean Wood
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not there judging u and professional at all-time ive Digby Johnson no one more better i suffer depression n anxiety n need a fighter of a lawyer
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Lucy Miller
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Just seen the last review and I couldn’t agree more! They have been looking after me since last August and they haven’t put a foot wrong. If you want a solicitor you shouldn’t look any further than Rob Keeble and Amanda Parker at the Johnson Partnership!
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Paul Crookes
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Cannot recommend this firm highly enough. I want to give them more than 5 stars. I've listened to my friends moan about their solicitors for years, but these guys were just brilliant! They always came back to me within minutes, explained things so i could understand them, listened to my ideas, did everything i asked them, couldn't have done more! Thank you SO much guys.
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Matty Sate
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would highly recommend.. helped me massively when needed.. many thanks
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Jessica Skelton
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Would recommend, honest, friendly and straight forward.
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The Johnson Partnership is one of the largest criminal law firm in England and Wales. We've achieved that status by being the best. We provide 24 hour emergency cover to handle arrests and interviews, and our team can take you through every part of the criminal justice process. Most cases begin with an arrest or interview by the police. If you are going to be interviewed you should always have a solicitor with you. It is free so you won't have to pay anything, and with our specialist team of police station advisors we can make sure you receive the best advice, whatever time of day or night. If the police believe that you have committed a crime then you may be charged and have to attend court. We have a dedicated team of solicitors who can represent you in court and advise you about the best course of action. Our advice is always personalised to you, to what is best in your individual situation. We will make sure that we explain everything clearly and help you to make the right decisions about how your case should go forward. Although the majority of cases are dealt with in the Magistrates Court some cases go to the Crown Court. We will help you decide whether that is right for your case, and if it does then we have a specialist team of Crown Court advocates and caseworkers who will conduct your case for you. We always work as a team with you. We will explain all the options that you have and how your case may go forward. Our goal in every case is to get the best possible outcome for you. As well as our general criminal teams we also have a specialist fraud department and a specialist prison law team.
