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The Johnson Partnership

0114 2611555
4.9/5
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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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The Johnson Partnership
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The Johnson Partnership
have 11 other locations

93 New Square
Chesterfield
S40 1AH

Floors 1 -3
Doncaster
DN1 1TD

Suite 1
Derby
DE1 1DA

53 Laneham Street
Scunthorpe
DN15 6PB

Unit 12
Lincoln
LN2 1DY

Turbine Innovation Centre
Worksop
S81 8AP

Room 39 Mansfield Innovation Centre
Mansfield
NG18 5BR

Cannon Court
Nottingham
NG1 6JE

200 Victoria Street South
Grimsby
DN31 1NX

28 Peel Street
Barnsley
S70 2QX

4th Floor, Suite 3
Hull
HU1 2HU

93 New Square
Chesterfield
S40 1AH

Floors 1 -3
Doncaster
DN1 1TD

Suite 1
Derby
DE1 1DA

53 Laneham Street
Scunthorpe
DN15 6PB

Unit 12
Lincoln
LN2 1DY

Turbine Innovation Centre
Worksop
S81 8AP

Room 39 Mansfield Innovation Centre
Mansfield
NG18 5BR

Cannon Court
Nottingham
NG1 6JE

200 Victoria Street South
Grimsby
DN31 1NX

28 Peel Street
Barnsley
S70 2QX

4th Floor, Suite 3
Hull
HU1 2HU

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Available lawyers at The Johnson Partnership

Digby Johnson

5.0 out of 5
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Solicitor

Lucy Hooper

5.0 out of 5
(3)
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Lauren Springthorpe

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(2)
Crown Court Clerk (non-solicitor)

Benn Robinson

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Kerry Close

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Annette Thomas

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Jacqueline Macduff

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Mark Luckett

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Yes 97%
No 3%

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This firm - 96%
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Yes 96%
No 4%

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Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that The Johnson Partnership offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally.

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Nationally

Regulations
1st / 3
110th / 2512
Crime/ Criminal Defence
1st / 3
72nd / 2092
Professional Negligence
1st / 2
115th / 1179
Welfare & Benefits
1st / 1
87th / 813
Notary
1st / 2
59th / 710
Driving offences
1st / 2
73rd / 381

Data shown above is based on the reviews and client feedback collected by ReviewSolicitors over the last 12 months.

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4.9/5

Reviews summary

  • Excellent

    221

  • Very Good

    7

  • Average

    0

  • Poor

    1

  • Awful

    5

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  • Documentation Accuracy
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Pamela Jayne

Pamela Jayne

May 28, 2025

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Barnsley Hospital Volunteers Coffee shop

I had a really lovely lady who was my legal Representative for my case in the Barnsley Hospital Volunteers Coffee shop and the management of the Voluntary service and the Barnsley Police Station about the missing money in the till. Mollie Wrote made me more at ease and Confidence and Comfortable with everything and Mollie said to me she is doing all the hard work for me and I give her my Statement in my own words and that police woman couldn't intervene me that long and I had a Appoible Adult from the Social Service and he made me more at ease as well. Mollie kept me updated with everything what was going off and I sent her any emails I had from the Voluntary service Management and I wish Mollie good luck with her training for the legal Representative Thank you very much and I really appreciate it
Your Regards Mrs Pamela Jayne Robinson

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Jayce

Jayce

April 26, 2025

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Absolutely disgusted after several attempts with promises of a return call , nothing. I'm bk in Crown Court next month 7th may . Still had no meeting no call, no directions or extraction of my evidence. No words in a very unsettling time for me were i was in a arena fighting for my children now I fighting for my life after these accusations after the break up but besides the point. Lack of communication or desire to communicate

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Raphael

Raphael

September 24, 2024

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Highly Recommended for Professionalism and expertise.

Danielle Petch has been an exceptional source of support from the very beginning of my allegation case. Despite the short notice, she made herself available and has been guiding me through every step of the way. from my interview with the police till date. She never stops updating me with every needed information. Wholeheartedly recommended for professionalism, commitment and kindness.

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Stanley
Crime/ Criminal Defence

Matter Type:

Drugs offences

Stanley

January 16, 2024

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Restored my faith in the legal system

After a massive error by my previous law firm I felt so massively let down by the justice system and thought I was going to prison. With the instruction of these guys, everything changed. Every email was received and replied to promptly. Everything that was needed from me to help my case was asked for. Communication and customer service was fantastic. Court is a very daunting place to be and you guys made such an effort to make me feel calm. Your warming smiles and calming tones didn't go unnoticed thankyou. I suffer with autism and adhd, along with other things and these guys were fantastic with me before they even knew. I’m now a free man and can live the rest of my life working hard, and staying away from bad influences, all thanks to the good work of these guys. Special thanks to Mollie Wroe, Matthew Bean, and Andre Pickin for your brilliant advice and legal advice. Thanks to Michelle Waterworth & Natalie Brotherton for your honest and understanding reports. I don’t know if all of you will see this review, but you saved my life so thanks. I wish you all the best in your prospective careers.

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Jonathan
Crime/ Criminal Defence

Matter Type:

Criminal defence - All

Jonathan

December 31, 2022

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Representation

The Johnson partnership sheffield office recently represented me in a particular stressful painful and just really awful court appearance regarding a year I’d rather forget to be honest.The only saving grace was meeting one of there staff a young lady called Lucy hooper who was professional sturdy very to the point and full of knowledge and advise to someone in my plight.The outcome of the case was far better than expected mainly completely due to Lucy.I have now put the most horrendous year ever behind me thanx to Lucy hooper from the Johnson partnership sheffield kind regards

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Jeanette

Jeanette

November 09, 2022

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Worst firm I ever used.

I decided to go back to these after I changed the last solicitor, didn't give me advice about the outcome of changing pleas they left it to the trial date instead of informing the court I was going guilty when they had enough time beforehand , made out that everything be OK, never brought up in court how the victim had been trying to intimidate me and how arrogant he was talking to me ( victim recorded me on his mobile phone ) told the judge money not a issue though I was getting food parcels, told the judge I got pip fortnightly when it was once a month I ended up paying courtcost thanks to the delay in communication, on top of the fine and surcharge , amazing how this firm has a solicitor who was done for breaking a receptionist jaw yet failed to defend me properly, had cheek to say at end of the courtcase he should have told me the guilty pleas outcome but never, this firm don't care about you if you not paying them , if you on legal aid forget this c... firm , not ever use these again .

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Cj
Crime/ Criminal Defence

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Criminal defence - All

Cj

October 25, 2022

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Review for Lucy hooper

I was at Sheffield Court on the 11th October and Lucy was representing me I was very nervous and was looking at getting banned, after sitting down with Lucy she worked a miracle and managed to save my licence I couldn't thank Lucy enough for what she did for me she was really professional and I can't thank her enough for working her magic in court!! Thanks again Lucy!!

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Callum
Crime/ Criminal Defence

Matter Type:

Criminal defence - All

Callum

September 16, 2022

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Absolute angel!

Lucy managed to save my career and my driving license!
Absolute pleasure to work with and an asset to Johnson Partnership.
This girl needs her own firm, she's not the eyes neither would deffo recommend!!!!

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July 23, 2021

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5 stars

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Very professional

Very professional, supportive and understanding

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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.

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Personal areas of law

  • Crime/ Criminal Defence
    • Assault
    • Business Crime
    • Criminal Damage
    • Criminal defence - All
    • Domestic violence
    • Drugs offences
    • Fraud
    • Harassment
    • Juvenile
    • Legal aid
    • Murder and Manslaughter
    • Prison law
    • Professional Conduct
    • Regulatory Defence
    • Sexual allegations including Rape and Sexual Assaults
    • Theft
  • Driving offences
    • Appeal driving conviction
    • Careless driving
    • Convicted in absence
    • Dangerous driving
    • Dangerous vehicle conditions
    • Death By Careless Driving
    • Death by dangerous driving
    • Discretionary disqualification
    • Disqualification removal
    • Drink driving
    • Driving Whilst Unfit
    • Driving Without Due Care
    • Driving whilst disqualified
    • Driving without a licence
    • Driving without insurance
    • Drunk in charge
    • Early return of driving licence
    • Exceptional Hardship
    • Failing to notify DVLA
    • Failure to furnish identification
    • Failure to provide a blood sample
    • Failure to provide a specimen
    • Goods vehicles - operators licence
    • Goods vehicles - tachograph offences
    • Mobile phone offences
    • New Driver Provisions
    • Notice of intended prosecution
    • Recognition of disqualification
    • Restoration of licence
    • Road rage incidents
    • Serious injury by dangerous driving
    • Signs and signal offences
    • Special Reasons
    • Speeding offences
    • Stopping and reporting
    • Taxi offences
    • Taxi offences - illegally plying for hire
    • Taxi offences - licensing investigations
    • Taxi offences - points and disqualification
    • Totting Up Driving Ban
  • Notary
    • Notary
  • Professional Negligence
    • Accountants
    • Architects
    • Barristers
    • Engineers
    • Financial advisors
    • IT professionals
    • Insurance brokers
    • Professional Negligence
    • Professional Negligence law
    • Professional trustees
    • Surveyors
    • Tax consultants
    • Valuers
  • Welfare & Benefits
    • Benefits
    • Housing

Business areas of law

  • Regulations
    • Environment
    • Health and Safety
    • Licensing
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