Criminal Law

Our nationally known criminal defence department is headed up by the past president of the Leeds Law Society, Anthony Sugare, and we are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

If you are involved with a criminal law case, you need to think carefully about hiring an experienced criminal law solicitor in Leeds. We have been defending alleged criminals for over 45 years and we ensure that no stone is left unturned in building a solid defence. We believe that we are the best criminal defence solicitors in Leeds.

We deal with criminal cases at all levels including at the:-

• Police Station
• Magistrates' Court
• Crown Court
• Court of Appeal
• Supreme Court
• Youth Court

Funding

We hold a Criminal Contract with the Legal Aid Agency. We will always advise you as to your eligibility for public funding.

• Legal advice and assistance is available for free if you are under arrest at a police station, or attending a police station for interview under caution.
• Public funding is available at the magistrates' court (subject to means testing).
• Public funding is available at the crown court.
• If in your particular circumstances public funding is not available, or you choose to instruct us privately, we offer competitive rates, and are happy to discuss our fees with you.

Whatever the criminal matter, our expert team is available to provide free initial advice.