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What Arrest clients highlight
- Friendly staff
- Clear explanations
- Fast service
- Efficient process
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Arrest work in England covers when police detain someone, what rights are explained, and how a solicitor protects a person’s interests from the outset. A solicitor advises at police custody, reviews the case for admissible evidence, and helps arrange bail or advocate for early release. They may also liaise with the Crown Prosecution Service and prepare for any required court appearances following the detention.
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246 Arrest reviews 2 reviews this year
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (134)Sexual allegations including Rape and Sexual Assaults (10)Professional Conduct (6)
Your solicitor
Naomi Matthews
Consultant Solicitor
“From the moment I spoke to Lily about my arrest, she listened intently and allowed me to discuss the situation out in full before she made some suggestions, before we talked about fees. I wanted someone who knew the law inside out and she immediately recommended Jacqui. Looking at her bio and her experience, I knew I was in safe hands. From our first formal meeting, through to the 2nd interview stage she was there supporting me and guiding me through my case. Her assistant (Lily) was equally supportive and responsive to emails and calls. Before the 2nd interview with the police, Jacqui explained what was going to happen and what questions might arise from the information provided by the police. Her guidance and expert view put my mind at ease, and her friendly personality when I met her at the police station helped ease my tension. By the end of the police interview, she assured me that it would be highly unlikely that something would come of this. Few months on, she was spot on and I cannot thank Jacqui and Lily enough for supporting me through the hardest time of my life. Thank you both.”
75 Arrest reviews 3 reviews this year
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (66)Sexual allegations including Rape and Sexual Assaults (3)
Leads the Arrest team
Nick Titchener
Managing Partner



Works with Dawn McKnight and 4 more
“Dealing with Lawtons solicitors at a difficult time for me has been easy, both Gemma at Stevenage Police Station and Dawn at Luton Magistrates Court were brilliant, their level of care was above and beyond expectations. They both took their valuable time to explain what was going on, making me feel supported all of the time, Christopher has been at all times very good and assisted me when I was a bit confused as what to do, lose these talenyer people at your peril, pleasure to deal with the company and I wish you all well”
231 Arrest reviews 8 reviews this year
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (133)Prison law (49)Assault (8)
Leads the Arrest team
Lisa Lovell
Head of Prison Law



Works with Sophie Smith and 4 more
“My son was charged with an offence and GT Stewart were the duty solicitor assigned and have supported us through the process. Kevin Williams, the lead case officer has been responsive to all of our questions, providing clear and helpful advice and support, and the array of other colleagues we have dealt with (representing our son at court and supporting Kevin) has been professional and courteous. I hope not to have to need the services of GT Stewart in similar services, but will certainly recommend them to any that might need support. ”
40 Arrest reviews 1 review this year
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (37)
Your solicitor
Philip Kouvaritakis
Associate Solicitor
“I instructed Philip to give guidance and representation on a minor community resolution. We had one face to face meeting whereby he explained the situation fully and advised the best way forward to a quick and satisfactory resolution. A few subsequent phone calls on progress and the matter was resolved. Philip was extremely helpful and professional throughout the process.”
8 Arrest reviews
11 Arrest reviews 1 review this year
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (6)
173 Arrest reviews 2 reviews this year
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (159)Assault (8)Criminal Damage (4)
Leads the Arrest team
Raymond Shaw
Senior Partner



Works with Madeleine Corr and 4 more
“Our family is most grateful to Madeleine and to all those at SGK who assisted with my step son Samy's case, the matter having eventually being dropped by the Police after more than one year. This was the best possible outcome and we cannot thank Madeleine enough for helping to bring about this resolution. She was most understanding and helped us amd Samy throughout what was a most difficult period. In particular always making clear where things stand and preparing us for the worst whilst always remaining positive. We cannot recommend Madeleine more highly.”
63 Arrest reviews
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12 Arrest reviews
Reviewed for Extradition (8)Criminal defence - All (3)
Leads the Arrest team
Anna Matelska
Principal & Managing Director
Works with Eliza Dumitrescu
“Mrs Anna, as my official defender in front of the Crown Court in London, helped me to avoid the severe penalty of at least 4 years in prison, which is given for in a similar cases in which I got involved. Thanks to Mrs. Anna I am free. I am glad to recommend Mrs. Anna Matelska as an attorney-at law to anyone who needs a good lawyer in an English court.”
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We have ranked 103 law firms for Arrest in Farringdon Without, listed in order on this page.