Criminal Law
Forging confidence in our clients since 1988
Representing you, our client
The firm gained its reputation for criminal representation some 40 years ago when the former senior partner represented one of the defendants in a high-profile gangland murder case.
Since these early days we have continued to build upon our reputation and are proud to provide world-class legal representation in the field of Criminal Law.
Experienced in high profile matters
We have developed one of the largest criminal departments in the North East. Our catchment area ranges from Berwick and the Borders in the North to Teesside in the South. Not only do we handle ordinary criminal cases, but we also have experience of high profile matters; the firm was awarded a contract by the Legal Services Commission to handle Very High-Cost Cases.
Working for you
Advice at police stations on arrest 24/7
Advice and representation at Magistrates Court and Crown Court
Advice on arrest in customs investigations
Advice in relation to breaches and Social Security Law
Advice and representation in road traffic matters
Advice on ASBO proceedings
Advice and Representation on Prison Law
Advice and representation on extradition
Advice and representation on Drug Trafficking Act Proceedings, including Confiscating Orders.
Advice and representation on Human Rights Act issues
Advice and representation on white collar crime
Advice and representation on criminal appeals and applications to the Criminal Cases Review Commission
From police station to verdict.
All the solicitors in the department are experienced criminal advocates with differing areas of interest and expertise.
We consider competent representation at the police station to be of great importance. Our solicitors not only attend court but represent clients at police stations too.
With you every step of the way.
We have a substantial Crown Court section which handles a broad range of the more serious cases. In recent years it has dealt with a significant number of murder cases.
We also have Police Station Representatives accredited by the LSC to represent clients at the police station. We are able to provide 24-hour cover throughout the year.
Working in our community
It is this level of service combined with our experience, down-to-earth approach and enthusiasm which has led to our success.