Top 10 of 2,123 law firms for Court Appearance, Crime/ Criminal Defence

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Court appearances in England cover when a person is brought before the magistrates’ court or the Crown Court after arrest or charge. A solicitor reviews the case, advises on pleas, prepares and files documents, and represents the client at hearings, including bail applications, adjournments, and the trial itself. They gather evidence, instruct experts, and negotiate with prosecutors on behalf of the client to shape the case and respond to evidence or new decisions from the court.

Where a solicitor protects your position

The outcome can set the course of an individual’s freedom, charging decisions, or potential custodial sentence. The solicitor’s role includes ensuring compliance with time limits, protecting rights of audience, and securing appropriate court actions if the client is to be released on bail or if the matter proceeds to trial.

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Gareth Needs and his team were very helpful and clear in all the advise given. They were as much concerned about my personal welfare as much as the criminal case I was accused of. Hopefully I wont need his help again but would recommend him to anyone else who found themselves in the same situation I was in.

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Mark Newby

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I have received excellent service with equally excellent results. I would always recommend Jordan's and have done so.

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E&L Legal

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Peter HaneyKatelyn Mcloughlin

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I contacted this firm with 12 hours to spare before my court case, and they went above and beyond gave great advice and got me the best case outcome! I couldn’t be more happy with them and will use them moving forward and recommend to anyone. Thankyou again

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Louis Young

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I contacted JHR Solicitors on Monday 20th April 2026 and spoke with Louis Young. I was totally embarrassed having to make the phone call and further more embarrassed to say my son needed to be represented in court in three days time. Louis immediately asked for a brief outline what I needed a solicitor for and immediately told me he would speak immediately to Dominic my son, bearing in mind this was 30 mins before the office would be closed. Louis professionalism was outstanding. Through his sheer hard work, endless emails and phone calls Dominic was represented in court today by Marc. I would highly recommend JHR Solicitors especially Louis and Marc for their outstanding hard work and achievement in taking this case to court. I for one would like to thank you both.

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