Criminal Law
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Criminal Law Issues:
- Theft
- Tax Evasion
- Assault
- Drug Possession
- Fraud
- And more...
Our Approach to Criminal Law
From small misdemeanors to more serious crimes, we understand that facing a charge can be stressful and we’re here to guide you. We always involving our clients in the planning of their case, aiming to be as practical and transparent as possible. We’ll advise you on what decisions to make and what the possible outcomes are, managing your expectations and working with you to achieve to the best possible outcome.
Our team has been involved in many criminal cases and will bring all of our experience to the table when supporting you. If you are suspected or commiting a crime, asked to go to a police station or been charged, it’s best you get in contact as soon as possible to start making preparations.
Fees
At police station, everyone requiring advice and assistance will be entitled to free legal representation under the legal aid scheme except the client declines representation under the legal aid scheme.
At the Magistrates Court, Crown Court and other appellate Courts, you may qualify for legal representation under legal aid. You may be required to make contributions towards your defence costs.
We undertake all of the work not covered by legal aid on an hourly rate basis, these rates are exclusive of VAT and disbursements. Our hourly rates are as follows:
• £267 per hour for a Partner/Director, a solicitor of more than 8 years qualification
• £229 per hour for a solicitor of more than 4 years qualification
• £165 per hour for all other solicitors
• £120 per hour for paralegals and trainee solicitors
There are instances we will agree to provide legal representation on a fixed fee basis. Subject to agreement, our fixed fees may include the following:
• Representation at first appearance at Magistrates’ Court – £650 + VAT
• Appointment in the office and Representation at first appearance at Magistrates’ Court – £850 + VAT
• One day trial in the Magistrates Court including preparation – £1,500 + VAT
Advice on appeal will attract an additional cost, our hourly rate will apply.
Timescales of hearing dates are provided by the court
The amount of time we spend at Court is dependent on the Court listing, other cases in the Court list and the complexity of your case.
The fee does not include:
Instructing expert witnesses
Advice and assistance in relation to a Special Reasons hearing
Advice on appeal
Barrister’s fees if we have to instruct one in your case
For more information on our fees and how we can help you please get in touch.
Criminal Law Issues
- Theft
- Tax Evasion
- Assault
- Drug Possession
- Fraud
- And more...