Best Criminal Defence Solicitors Solicitors in The Square Mile

Compare the best Criminal Defence Solicitors solicitors and lawyers in The Square Mile, ranked by verified client reviews: 281 law firms, updated 29 October 2026.

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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.

5.0 654 Reviews

589 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 11 reviews this year

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

5.0 525 Reviews

230 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 8 reviews this year

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (206)Sexual allegations including Rape and Sexual Assaults (5)Assault (4)

4.8 1,385 Reviews

24 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (8)

4.7 293 Reviews

87 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 1 review this year

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (67)Assault (4)Legal aid (4)

4.8 473 Reviews

11 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 1 review this year

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (6)

5.0 468 Reviews

166 Criminal Defence Solicitors reviews 3 reviews this year

Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (38)Extradition (31)Drugs offences (10)

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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.

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How many Criminal Defence Solicitors solicitors are there in The Square Mile?

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