Best Criminal Defence Solicitors Solicitors in England

Compare the best Criminal Defence Solicitors solicitors and lawyers in England, ranked by verified client reviews: 1,968 law firms, updated 29 October 2026.

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Showing 1–20 of 1,968 firms Ranked by client reviews

Criminal defence solicitors help people who are arrested or charged with a crime. They work through police station interviews, initial bail applications, and court proceedings up to and including trial in the Crown Court or magistrates’ court. They explain the charges, gather evidence, interview witnesses, draft defences and pleas, and negotiate with the Crown Prosecution Service on your behalf. They also advise on disclosure, rights of audience, and appeal options where relevant.

4.7 1,927 Reviews

495 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 10 reviews this year

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (241)Assault (54)Legal aid (51)

4.9 2,573 Reviews

236 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 4 reviews this year

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (183)Assault (22)Legal aid (7)

4.8 2,185 Reviews

245 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 5 reviews this year

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (177)Drugs offences (6)Assault (5)

4.8 5,945 Reviews

168 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 3 reviews this year

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (89)Prison law (14)Juvenile (11)

5.0 654 Reviews

589 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 11 reviews this year

Reviewed for Legal aid (370)Criminal defence - All (197)Assault (15)

4.9 884 Reviews

175 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 2 reviews this year

Reviewed for Legal aid (103)Criminal defence - All (39)Assault (17)

4.7 950 Reviews

523 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 12 reviews this year

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (460)Prison law (7)Assault (6)

4.7 1,736 Reviews

50 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 3 reviews this year

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (24)Legal aid (5)

4.9 881 Reviews

162 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 3 reviews this year

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (111)Assault (6)Sexual allegations including Rape and Sexual Assaults (6)

4.8 3,850 Reviews

75 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (52)Assault (14)Criminal Damage (3)

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How are these solicitors ranked?

Rankings are worked out mainly from client reviews: the ratings clients give and how recent the reviews are, with reviews about Criminal Defence Solicitors counting most. We also take into account how much of a firm's work is in Criminal Defence Solicitors.

How often are the rankings updated?

Twice a week, every Thursday and Sunday, so new reviews are reflected quickly. This list was last updated on 29 October 2026.

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How many Criminal Defence Solicitors solicitors are there in England?

We have ranked 1,968 law firms for Criminal Defence Solicitors in England, listed in order on this page.

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