Best Criminal Defence Solicitors in England

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    Showing 61–80 of 1,968 firms Ranked by client reviews

    Criminal defence covers the advice and representation given to someone charged with a crime, from the moment of arrest through police interview to court. A solicitor defends the client, reviews evidence, negotiates with the Crown Prosecution Service, and represents them in magistrates’ courts, the Crown Court, or on appeal. They prepare witnesses, challenge disclosure, draft legal submissions, and seek bail, sentence reductions, or acquittals based on the law and the facts.

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    Warners Solicitors

    4.9 861 Reviews

    3 Criminal Defence reviews

    65

    Hatchers Solicitors LLP

    4.9 653 Reviews

    60 Criminal Defence reviews 4 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Legal aid (47)Criminal defence - All (9)

    66

    Bhatia Best Limited

    4.8 421 Reviews

    96 Criminal Defence reviews 10 satisfied clients this year

    Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (75)Legal aid (6)Assault (3)

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    Blackfriars Law Limited

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    4.9 1,296 Reviews

    24 Criminal Defence reviews

    Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (21)

    What Criminal Defence clients highlight

    • Professional service
    • Responsive communication
    • Quick completion
    • Efficient process

    4.9 from 1,296 client reviews

    “Mr mohammed zeb ( crime department ) is an amazing man he knows what he is on about and a big thanks for helping out my dad”
    A client review matching your search
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationThe Law Society
    Free initial advice
    68

    PCB Solicitors LLP

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    4.8 648 Reviews

    2 Criminal Defence reviews

    Brendan John Reedy Leads the Criminal Defence team Brendan John Reedy Partner, Solicitor -Advocate
    Diana MankaiSallie Stokes Works with Diana Mankai and 1 more
    “I had a legal issue which was in court and I was recommended PCB and to be honest PCB as been the best solicitors I could of asked for, the help and support that they offered from begging to end was amazing they helped me with understanding each bit section by section as I have difficulties understanding things in general”
    A client review matching your search · about Diana Mankai
    • Professional service
    • Friendly staff
    • Clear communication
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily LawFamily Law Advanced
    Free initial advice
    69

    Msb Solicitors Limited

    4.8 1,052 Reviews

    81 Criminal Defence reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (49)Professional Conduct (9)Assault (4)

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    BW Solicitors Ltd

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    4.9 308 Reviews

    11 Criminal Defence reviews 3 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (6)

    Bilal Raza Leads the Criminal Defence team Bilal Raza Solicitor | Barrister (UR) 5.0 from 3 client reviews
    Sisini Wijerathna Works with Sisini Wijerathna
    “I experienced fantastic service from BW solicitors in my legal matter. They offered sound advice, expert opinions and produced the result i was looking for. Cannot recommend them high enough. My compliments to Mr Warraich, Mr Rashid and Mr Raza.”
    A client review matching your search · about Bilal Raza
    • excellent communication
    • professional advice
    • supportive staff
    • Speaks
    • The Law Society
    71

    Thomas Boyd Whyte

    4.9 418 Reviews

    14 Criminal Defence reviews 2 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (5)Assault (4)

    72

    Woodfines LLP

    4.8 1,039 Reviews

    7 Criminal Defence reviews

    Reviewed for Prison law (3)

    73

    Paul Robinson Solicitors LLP

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    4.7 1,158 Reviews

    13 Criminal Defence reviews

    Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (4)

    Michelle Breindel Leads the Criminal Defence team Michelle Breindel Partner- Head of Crime and Motoring 5.0 from 1 client review
    Emma Grewock Works with Emma Grewock
    “Michelle Breindel defended me when I was in big trouble. Michelle was efficient , knowledgable and courteous. I was facing a adjournment to crown court and even an immediate prison sentence. But I only received a suspended sentence and the matter was dealt with that day. I would recommend Michelle to anybody who finds theirselves in trouble with the criminal justice system . Thanks Jason Roberts ”
    A client review matching your search · about Michelle Breindel
    • Excellent service
    • Very professional
    • Great communication
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily LawFamily Law Advanced
    74

    Red Kite Law LLP

    4.8 1,705 Reviews

    1 Criminal Defence review

    Free initial advice
    75

    Fieldings Porter

    4.9 687 Reviews

    13 Criminal Defence reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (7)Legal aid (4)

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    Hine Solicitors Limited

    4.8 707 Reviews

    95 Criminal Defence reviews 15 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (22)Legal aid (6)Prison law (4)

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    Stryders Solicitors Limited

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    5.0 305 Reviews

    178 Criminal Defence reviews 18 top marks for expertise this year

    Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (115)Assault (11)Legal aid (9)

    Vinesh Patel Leads the Criminal Defence team Vinesh Patel Director/Solicitor 5.0 from 18 client reviews
    Tim ScarisbrickMatthew BlissAmeeta PatelAlicia Nottage Works with Tim Scarisbrick and 4 more

    Above average for client satisfaction this year

    “Alicia did an amazing job with representing me and magistrates court today. I would highly recommend for anyone else dealing with a court case also. ”
    A client review matching your search · about Alicia Nottage
    • Excellent solicitor
    • Professional team
    • Clear communication
    • Speaks
    • Criminal LitigationThe Law SocietyThe Legal 500 UKChambers UK Leading Firm 2026
    Free initial advice
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    Paul Crowley & Co Solicitors Limited

    5.0 1,045 Reviews

    64 Criminal Defence reviews 6 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (48)Legal aid (5)

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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 counting most. We also take into account how much of a firm's work is in Criminal Defence.

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    How many Criminal Defence solicitors are there in England?

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

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