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General criminal work covers defence and immediate representation for individuals facing criminal charges across the criminal courts. A solicitor practising in this area handles case work from initial police station advice and bail applications to advising at trial in the Magistrates’ Court and, for more serious matters, in the Crown Court. They prepare cases, instruct experts, gather and file evidence, and negotiate or respond to pleas and mitigating factors, always protecting the client’s position in relation to possible custodial outcomes, fines, and ancillary orders.

Where a solicitor protects your position

Criminal proceedings involve time-sensitive decisions that can lead to custodial sentences or serious lifelong consequences. A solicitor in this area ensures lawful handling of bail, disclosure, and plea negotiations, and advocates at hearings and trials, supported by regulatory standards, client confidentiality, and professional accountability. The solicitor may instruct counsel for advocacy in higher courts and manages evidence and witness preparation to advance the client’s defence.

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Levent Kemal

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The best choice I have ever made! Fantastic and friendly staff and very knowledgeable plus caring! Even through a tough period it’s been a real pleasure to deal with this magnificent team ! My personal solicitor Levent Kemal I have to say was just outstanding and a pure gentleman! I can’t thank this man enough for how to dealt with my case and myself! Honestly what a lovely guy to deal with and Gep solicitors in general! Massive THANK YOU!

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Keertan Gill

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Expecting a long, drawn-out process, with a lot of tiresome questions, I cannot speak more highly of how my claim has been organised and dealt with, with the minimum of fuss. At its conclusion, and the award confirmed, reasons and explanations were given outlining the reasons, why's, and wherefore's, for the amount offered. I could not disagree, and every point was understood. From beginning to end, Winston Solicitors have been open and clear about everything, and though the award is hardly life changing at £3,750, it has made me content to feel that the grievous assault on me has awarded me some personal satisfaction after the Crown Court sentence gave me very little. Thank you Keertan and all at Winston Solicitors.

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Urfan Dar

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Urfan Dar is one of the foremost professional experts in Criminal Law. I cannot thank him enough for his knowledge of case law and impeccable arguments used during my case, which led to an extremely positive outcome. In addition, he provided me with personal support and has always been available when needed. I am very impressed and can’t recommend him highly enough.

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Rachel Fletcher

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I am from London and I can say: Rachel Fletcher is the Queen of crime solicitors. Thank you for your professional consultation and advise in the beginning and also for the super fast action you taken against my case. Rachel was wiped out all the five aligations against me by police during 2-3 weeks ( drop the case no further action) Within five minutes telephone call she was spotted my case and gave me breath. Highly recommended definitely use her firm again in future if I need. Appreciate for all your professional staff a in Slater Heelis.

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David Scully

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Review for David Scully We are incredibly grateful for the outstanding support and representation our son received from David during his recent court case. From our very first consultation, it was clear that we were in capable hands. One of the standout qualities of David was his excellent communication. He kept us informed at every step of the process, ensuring that we understood the complexities of the case and felt confident in the decisions being made. He was always available to answer our questions, no matter how small, and his responsiveness provided us with much-needed reassurance during a challenging time. In addition to his communication skills, David demonstrated an impressive depth of knowledge and expertise in the legal matters at hand. His thorough understanding of the law and strategic approach to our son's case were evident, and it was clear that he had our best interests at heart. He was not only well-prepared but also adept at anticipating potential challenges, which helped us navigate the proceedings with greater ease. Furthermore, David's professionalism and dedication were evident throughout the entire process. He treated our son with respect and kindness, making him feel supported and valued. This personal touch made a significant difference, especially for a young person facing the pressures of a court case. We cannot thank David enough for his exceptional service. We wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking legal representation. His commitment to his clients and expertise in the field truly set him apart. Thank you, David, for representing our son and achieving such a positive outcome!

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Chris Wong

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The BEST criminal defence lawyer Don’t look anywhere else … without going into detail on the case my partner required a criminal lawyer. On reading the solicitors reviews in the area, Chris Wong was very highly rated…after being dissatisfied with the advice that was given by the duty solicitor at the police station. We then decided to go with our gut feeling and highly rated solicitor. From day one my partner spoke to Chris, who fully explained the procedure and the way to proceed. He is extremely frank about the possible outcomes and open and transparent throughout, to the point where some could consider ’brutal’. 
However, listen to what advice you are given, take onboard what is presented and trust in his capability. 
Believe me, in court he proceeds with his vast experience and knowledge, Chris is the ‘go to lawyer’ for any criminal proceeding. We are very grateful for the outcome and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone who requires any type of criminal defence.

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Jen Law

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Jen Law Earlier this year I was arrested and held overnight on suspicion of having committed a very serious criminal offence. When released on pre-charge bail, I contacted Jen and explained fully what had occurred, this meant disclosing some personal and sensitive details to her. She was unfazed by this information, agreed to act for me, after which she provided clear, calm comments and advice on how best to handle this and she took action immediately. She was efficient in her dealings with the police officers and detectives concerned and was able to explain to them why they must release both information that was being withheld, questions that were unanswered and property that was being unnecessarily retained. She was immediately successful in these requests which had been ignored when asked by me previously. Her interactions with the police by email or phone have a light touch, but they also can leave no doubt as to how serious she is in protecting her client's rights, by firmly and confidently dealing with any issues or actions by the police that might not meet current guidelines. Communication was extremely good. I was updated regularly by phone and email, either by Jen or Sarah Hockin her assistant, both knew the current state of play and were able to answer any questions I had pretty much immediately. Asking Jen and her team to act for me was the best decision I could have made. Their local knowledge as well as skill handling the case during the 3 months that is was ongoing reduced my stress levels, restored my self-confidence and let me sleep at night. And as you may have guessed, as I'm not writing this review from prison that Jen's efforts have prevailed and we were informed recently by the police that no further action would be taken. I can only say that without Jen, her team and their work on my behalf the situation could have ended very differently. Based on my recent experience, if you are facing any issue involving the police or potential criminal proceedings get on the phone immediately to Jen as I would recommend her, her team and her firm Slee Blackwell without hesitation. PS I know this may seem like a fake review written by a family member or friend. I am neither. However, I was arrested and held in police custody on suspicion of committing a very serious criminal offence. Had the case gone forward a trial would have been held in Crown Court in front of a jury and if found guilty I could have been subject to the maximum penalty of a life sentence. So unless you have also faced such a prospect, do not dismiss my level of praise in this review as overrated, I can assure you it is genuine.

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Megan DelaneyVictoria Rees

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Richard Nelson LLP offered an excellent servic. At a time when you are extremely anxious they remove the stress. Rest assured that by using Richard Nelson Solicitors, regardless of the outcome, you can take comfort in knowing that you had the best defence possible. Victoria Rees, Megan Delaney and Wendy Hewitt did an outstanding job at very short notice.

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Jas Thiara

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2 months ago I was all at sea and in desperate need of legal assistance. This is not an understatement. Since AlstersKelly and Mrs Jas Thiara took over my legal case which was of a very serious nature, I immediately felt I was in capable and experienced hands. I'm truly grateful for their help. I'm thankful to them and their legal team, Selina Hill in particular. I am very happy to say that after a long long period of worrying the case against me has been resolved. Thank you again.

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Georgina Wright

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Amazing. Used this company twice now and georgina was brilliant, professional, confident and owned the room. I couldn't of been happier with the service I received from her.

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