Criminal Law

Criminal Law

Our team of expert Criminal Defence Solicitors can provide legal representation anywhere in England & Wales.

We have a vastly experienced team across our offices in Birmingham, Newcastle and Hinckley awho also cover all other surrounding areas that are able to assist with Criminal Law matters.

We are holders of the Legal Aid Agency Criminal Franchise and are continually assessed as a quality assured provider of advice and service.

We cover all types of criminal work from representation at the police station through to Magistrates Court if necessary.

If your case proceeds to a higher court we have our own in-house Higher Court Advocates who can handle this, in addition to access to a suitable barrister.

If you need a Criminal Defence Solicitor call us on +44 (0) 121 514 7111 as soon as possible or contact us online and we will call you.

Our team of expert Criminal Defence Solicitors can provide legal representation anywhere in England & Wales.

Criminal Defence Solicitors at Advantage Law have an excellent track record successfully representing individuals under criminal investigation and defending people facing criminal charges in Magistrates Court, Crown Court and the Court of Appeal.

We understand that a police investigation or criminal prosecution is always a stressful time. Our expert lawyers will support you throughout and maximise your chances of achieving the best possible outcome.

Our Criminal Defence Solicitors frequently act for individuals who have never faced investigation or prosecution before. We understand the additional impact that being involved in the criminal process can have upon your professional life and employment and we will do what we can to mitigate this impact.

We have been involved in many high profile and complex cases and can use that expertise on your behalf.

If you have been arrested or face a criminal charge in Crown Court or a Magistrates Court, Criminal Defence Solicitors at Advantage Law can provide both expert legal advice and specialist criminal defence services.

Why Choose Our Criminal Defence Solicitors?

Track Record: Our Criminal Defence Solicitors have an excellent record in defending criminal charges.

Unrivalled Experience: The nationwide team has the specialist knowledge and experience to be able to maximise your chances of success in defending proceedings in Magistrates Court, the Crown Court and the Court of Appeal.

Reputation: Members of the Advantage Law Criminal Defence team have been named and recognised by top legal directories.

Supportive Service: Not only do the Criminal Defence team at Advantage Law offer the very best legal service they also understand and appreciate the additional stress a criminal charge can bring, they are on hand to talk you through your case and explain your options clearly right from the enquiry stage.

Nationwide: Advantage Law are one of the UK’s most recognisable legal brands. No matter where you live - we can help.

What our Criminal Defence Solicitors can assist you with?

Our criminal solicitors can help with:

  • Murder and Manslaughter
  • Sexual allegations including Rape and Sexual Assaults
  • Assault
  • Fraud
  • Theft
  • Harassment
  • Drugs offences
  • Criminal Damage
  • Driving offences such as speeding and drink/drug driving
  • Business Crime
  • Professional Conduct
  • Regulatory Defence

Fixed Fee Criminal Defence Solicitors

Most criminal defence law firms charge legal fees according to the time they spend on your case.

We believe fixed fees provide greater certainty in terms of cost, so you can make informed decisions and provide complete transparency.

Our fixed fee arrangement works exactly like a quote. You and your Solicitor discuss the matter and develop a plan for how to handle it. You get a fixed fee proposal that sets out the work to be done and how the fee is to be paid. Once we agree what is included, you sign the contract and our Criminal Lawyers start work.

Criminal Defence Solicitor fees are charged in stages rather than on the time involved. In some complex cases where it's difficult to identify an accurate fixed fee, we may seek to agree fees outside of our usual fixed fee process.

An expert Criminal Law Solicitor will provide an initial assessment of your case for a fixed price then advise you on your options and possible defences.

Our fixed fee criminal defence services are for people who do not qualify for Legal Aid or who prefer not to rely on Legal Aid and expect the very best quality service from a team of highly experienced Criminal Defence Lawyers.

Legal Aid Criminal Defence Solicitors

Everyone is entitled to free criminal law advice and representation at the police station. Please call us for a free consultation.

If your case progresses, we’ll apply for Legal Aid on your behalf and will advise you of any costs you may have to pay.

If you are looking to pay privately for representation, we can also provide you with a fixed fee where available or give you an estimate of the fees involved.

Please feel free to call us for a no obligation quote.

When should you contact our criminal solicitors?

If you are suspected of a crime, if you are asked to attend an interview at a police station, or you have been charged with a criminal offence you should contact the team as soon as possible. This will allow us to assist you in the best possible way. You can call our Criminal Defence Solicitors on 0121 212 6590 or contact us online.

What will happen when you contact us?

In your initial contact we will look to gather information about your case to make sure you have the right specialist allocated to deal with your matter.

Your specialist legal advisor may need to gather additional information to make an assessment on your matter.

Using all the information given you will then be given a case assessment with options on the best strategic approach.

We will then agree the best approach and the most cost-effective way to achieve this.

Whatever criminal offence you have been charged with, you can call our lawyers 24 hours 365 days a year.

Advantage Law is one of the UK's most respected legal firms with offices in Birmingham, Hinckley and Newcastle under Lyme.

Advantage Law criminal defence team provided an excellent service, all communication was dealt with promptly, professionally, and the team is very knowledgeable. The practice has an impressive reputation thanks to its high-calibre lawyers who are all industrious, dedicated and tenacious.

From day one I felt extremely confident I was in good hands. I couldn’t have wished for a better legal team to represent me. Thank you so much.

Theresa Hanlon

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