Best Criminal defence - All Solicitors in Bedford

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    Criminal defence covers the range of work done to protect someone facing criminal charges, from arrest and police station interviews to court appearances in magistrates’ and Crown Courts. A solicitor in this area handles early advice, bail applications, and plea decisions, and represents clients at trial, sentencing and any appeals. They review evidence, coordinate with the Crown Prosecution Service, gather alibis and witnesses, and prepare defences such as lack of state of mind or reasonable doubt. The aim is to secure the best possible outcome within the law.

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    Cartwright King Solicitors

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    4.7 1,382 Reviews

    178 Criminal defence - All reviews 3 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (57)Legal aid (50)Sexual allegations including Rape and Sexual Assaults (13)

    James Bainbridge Leads the Criminal defence - All team James Bainbridge Head of Department 5.0 from 9 client reviews
    Kevin WaddinghamLaura SmithSatinder BathTim Lumb Works with Kevin Waddingham and 4 more
    “During every step of their service, Abbie from Cartwright King kept good communication and steered me in the right direction by giving sound advice. I would use them again.”
    A client review matching your search · about Abbie Fitzgerald
    • Excellent communication
    • Highly knowledgeable
    • Compassionate support
    • Speaks
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    Woodfines LLP

    4.8 1,039 Reviews

    7 Criminal defence - All reviews

    Reviewed for Prison law (3)

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    Guile Nicholas Limited

    4.8 237 Reviews

    1 Criminal defence - All review

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