24 General Criminal Defence reviews
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (10)Regulatory Defence (3)
Compare the best General Criminal Defence solicitors and lawyers in Uxbridge, ranked by verified client reviews: 11 law firms, updated 29 October 2026.
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General criminal defence covers representing individuals accused of crimes in England. A solicitor in this area helps from initial police station advice through to court appearances, advising on bail, pleas and potential defences, reviewing evidence, and negotiating with the Crown Prosecution Service. They draft and respond to claims, gather witnesses and expert evidence, and manage disclosure. The focus is on protecting the client’s rights, ensuring fair proceedings, and guiding strategic choices at each stage of the criminal process.
24 General Criminal Defence reviews
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (10)Regulatory Defence (3)
63 General Criminal Defence reviews
82 General Criminal Defence reviews 3 reviews this year
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (61)Legal aid (17)
Leads the General Criminal Defence team
Joanne Gibbons
Partner



Works with Andrew Lindsay and 4 more
“I honestly don’t have the words to fully express how grateful I am to IBB Crime with HAL Solicitors. From the first phone call, I felt supported, listened to, and treated with real human compassion by Joanne Gibbons and her team. What I was facing was overwhelming, but they never made me feel like just another case. They truly cared. Emily Miles, in particular, was extraordinary. She brought not just sharp legal insight, but kindness, calm, and unwavering commitment. Her guidance kept me grounded through the darkest moments, and in court, she was nothing short of brilliant, measured, prepared, and completely in control. Watching her work gave me confidence when I had very little of my own left. Throughout everything, I knew I was in safe hands. The result spoke volumes about the care, effort, and professionalism that Emily, Joanne, and the entire team put into every step of the process. If you’re ever in need of someone to fight for you, not just legally, but with empathy and integrity, this is who you want standing beside you. I will never forget what they did for me.”
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We have ranked 11 law firms for General Criminal Defence in Uxbridge, listed in order on this page.