Top 10 of 2,123 law firms for General Criminal Defence, Crime/ Criminal Defence

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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.

Where a solicitor protects your position

The stakes are high: a conviction can carry fines, community penalties or imprisonment. A solicitor defends the client’s position by ensuring lawful conduct of investigations, timely disclosure of evidence, proper charging and robust representation in court, with attention to deadlines and procedural safeguards. They conduct consults, obtain and review material, and raise appropriate objections to protect the client throughout the case.

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Ethan SpiersJack Branford

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Having dealt with Ethan and Jack at Hammond Trotter, the process of dealing with a Single Justice Procedure was very straight forward with excellent clear and action oriented communication throughout. Very reassuring about what to expect and how to manage any further actions, the process was smooth and ultimately , very successful! Very grateful to Ethan and team.

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Rachel Diorio

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We cannot thank Rachel enough for the support she has given my son and our family. From the very beginning, Rachel has been absolutely brilliant. My son has ADHD and can find stressful and unfamiliar situations particularly difficult, so having someone like Rachel supporting him made a huge difference. Her response time has been exceptional, and she has been there for us even during the early hours of the morning when we were dealing with a very stressful situation. She provided excellent support and reassurance while helping my son through his police interview, helping to settle his nerves and making sure he understood what was happening. She was patient, understanding and took the time to explain things in a way he could understand. Her legal advice throughout has been clear, professional and extremely helpful. She has also provided excellent support and guidance throughout my son’s court case, always taking the time to explain things clearly and keeping us informed. This has been an incredibly difficult and worrying experience for our family, but Rachel’s support, professionalism and availability made a huge difference. We have felt listened to, supported and reassured throughout. I would highly recommend Rachel to anyone looking for a solicitor who is responsive, caring, knowledgeable and understanding, particularly when supporting a young person with additional needs such as ADHD.

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Stephen Mark Oldham

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I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Stephen Oldham for the excellent legal support and representation he provided in my case. From the very beginning, Stephen handled my matter with professionalism, clarity, and reassurance. He took the time to explain the legal process, kept me updated throughout, and ensured that everything was handled properly and efficiently. Thanks to his expertise and dedication, the Crown Prosecution Service ultimately discontinued the case against me, which brought immense relief to me and my family. What I particularly appreciated was Stephen’s calm and supportive approach. Facing a court matter can be very stressful, but his guidance and experience made the process much easier to understand and manage. I highly recommend Stephen Oldham Solicitors to anyone who needs professional and reliable legal representation. I would not hesitate to work with him again if needed in the future. Thank you again for your outstanding service. Jeffrey

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