‘Ellen Peart has a very thorough knowledge of the law but also excellent with clients, who she is able to guide through an often extremely difficult and challenging process with pragmatism and calmness.’

‘Very pragmatic and efficient advice. Good at considering the wider strategy and not just advising in isolation.’

‘David Hardstaff is just wonderful. He is always calm and collected where others might fall apart. He is courteous to a fault and is able to get the very best results pre-charge.’

‘This is the firm I would recommend to any prospective client. The crime team devotes bundles of energy to their clients and think really creatively about how to secure the best result.’

‘David Hardstaff is extremely popular for his calm, reassuring and sensible approach.’

‘The criminal team are approachable, hard-working and committed to getting results.’

‘Ellen Peart has a unique ability to make the most challenging situations feel entirely navigable, and she is the first person I would call when a client is faced with a criminal issue. Clients are very safe in her hands, and she is fantastic at working within a wider legal team, especially for high-profile clients where there are often multi-faceted issues at play.’

‘We go to the team because of our close relationship with Ellen Peart and her specialism in working with high-profile clients, including those facing claims of sexual misconduct.’

‘Consummate professionalism across the board. Cases always well prepped and client skills cannot be faulted’

‘The practice is totally dedicated to their clients, fighting hard to represent them and leaving no stone unturned. I have been impressed by the way in which senior staff and partners mentor and support the junior end. ’

‘Tayyab Ali is absolutely dedicated to his clients and has a great tactical mind together with an ability to see right through to the heart of the issue in any case.

‘A massive name in the market. Can handle any case’

‘Katie Wheatley and Kate Goold are both superstars who command widespread respect’

‘The Bindmans crime team have a very strong profile and excellent expertise and knowledge of the sector.’

‘I consider Katie Wheatley to be a standout individual, particularly in cases involving journalism / free speech issues.’

‘The team has a thoroughness and a tenacity which is sometimes difficult to find. They are determined and will truly explore every avenue for every client. A very impressive department in a great firm.’

‘The team has great depth of experience at all levels.’

‘They are engaged in legal developments, thoughtful and pragmatic.’

‘The team are extremely responsive and efficient, Instil confidence and faith that they know what they are doing and will achieve the best outcome for the client.’

‘Ed Grange is a reassuring and experienced pair of hands. I have no hesitation in recommending him to clients and contacts in need as I am entirely confident that he will guide them through the process, manage their anxieties and achieve the best possible outcome.’

‘Danielle Reece Greenhalgh is the go-to partner for general crime. Smart and street wise.’

‘Excellent client service and deep industry knowledge.’

‘This firm clearly stands out in terms of the quality of the work done in terms of case preparation. I am always impressed by the attention to detail and the level of dedication by all who work for this firm. ’

‘Natalie Berman is extremely dedicated to her clients and very hard working. Prepares her cases faultlessly.’

‘Kisrty Bishop is brilliant with clients and her attention to detail is remarkable.’

Paul Harris, a leading figure in the field, is enormously respected in the industry and it is always a pleasure to work on a case with him.’

‘Natalie Berman is an outstanding lawyer.

Natalie Berman sets the highest of standards for her work and has an instinctive feel for the most tactical approach to achieve the best outcome. Quite simply, Natalie possesses every skill you want from a lawyer.’

‘Edward Fail are not only one of the oldest law firms specialising in criminal law, but they are one of the best and have been for years. Their solicitors are all first-rate lawyers who are completely committed to serving their clients as well as anyone could. ’

‘Kirsty Bishop has been one of the best solicitors operating in and around London for the last twenty years. She is hugely in demand and sought out by clients facing the most serious charges. She is, undoubtedly, one of the best in the business. ’

‘Hickman & Rose provided an outstanding service at an incredibly stressful time. They know the best way to handle sensitive situations with the police, being authoritative when necessary. I had absolute confidence in their advice and genuinely believe that their strategy brought the police investigation to a close sooner than would have been the case with a less skilled firm.’

‘Hickman & Rose bring a range of expertise as well as advising on the criminal allegations, they have expertise in the regulatory implications of criminal investigation for those working in regulated professions. They were responsive even late at night and at short notice. A truly excellent service – I thoroughly recommend this team when crisis hits.’

‘Peter Csemiczky is outstanding: I had complete confidence in his advice and he is calm, authoritative and personable. Having him with me in court was so reassuring and he guided me through the most stressful time of my life, striking the perfect balance between being supportive and sympathetic on the one hand and direct and able to make me focus on the issues on the other. I couldn’t have hoped for anyone better to represent me and the proof was in a swift and successful outcome.’

‘Bartholomew Dalton is excellent. He held his own at the police station and guided me through the police interview process calmly and confidently.’

‘The team are dynamic and ambitious, they are hard-working, and the firm ensure they are taking on exceptional employees and training them to a high standard. This ensures that all of the lawyers are working at a standard beyond their years, and it is easy to refer clients to them as a result.’

‘Bartholomew Dalton is very responsive, knowledgeable and pragmatic. He has a very good approach to cases and client management and is extremely thorough and understanding.’

‘Peter Csemiczky is the stand-out partner for me. He is approachable, extremely diligent and is able to get to the heart of the case in seconds. His advice is always robust, and he never shies away from telling clients hard truths. This translates into exceptional results.’

‘Hodge Jones & Allen importantly present a human face to its clients at what is a very frightening time in their clients’ lives. The team members have a strong knowledge of their area, but if they need clarification they will seek it rather than bluff. There is a strong emphasis on teamwork, with strength in depth.’

‘Caroline Liggins was always approachable and ready to give advice and reassurance, without ever raising false hope. She was excellent at explaining the legal process, and was adept at managing expectations. Very importantly, she treated me as a fellow human being, even when she had the misfortune to come across me at my lowest ebb.’

‘They have a unique group working at the highest level on the important and growing defence of protesters who take direct action. They have able in house advocates who have real expertise in this area. This does not come at the expense of their general crime practice.’

‘Raj Chada has an unrivalled understanding of the growing and complex protest case law. He also leads his team brilliantly, supporting and encouraging the depth of talent. Laura O’Brien is committed and has a good strategic understanding.’

‘Brilliant team with a range of specialities. They have particular expertise in young defendants, financial crime, and protester work.’

‘Raj Chada has a great way of getting to the heart of the case and finding the route through to the right result. Top-notch lawyer, top-notch work. Caroline Liggins is a standout specialist for young defendants, vulnerable clients and also for gang related murders. She is at the forefront of changing the industry for the better.’

‘A full service firm with a particularly strong presence in protest law.’

‘Laura O’Brien is a tremendously hard worker and always ready to go the extra mile for the client. Raj Chada is a cutting edge human rights lawyer.’

‘The criminal team provide the very highest standard of care to all clients. Their legal knowhow is second to none, and every member of the team that I have worked with is exceptional. They are exceptionally professional at each and every of the process.’

‘Sandra Paul is absolutely exceptional and at the top of her game. Extremely knowledgeable, caring, goes the extra mile for every client. Edward Jones is highly intelligent, with great strategic and tactical skills.’

‘They are probably the best firm of solicitors who instruct me. All the solicitors I work with  are approachable, pleasant, sensible and very good at what they do. It is difficult to fault them.’

‘Kingsley Napley are a Rolls-Royce outfit. Their clients are thoroughly looked after from start to finish, their research is first class and their people carefully chosen. They take time to get to know the lay client, they are realistic in their advice and fight hard.’

‘The practice has a wider range of support and skill sets available and is very adaptable as the nature of an engagement changes. They are able to field a multidisciplinary team to ensure they deploy the right strength and depth of expertise as an engagement requires.’

‘They have managed to practice the delivery, of expertise, realism, strategy and compassion/empathy exceptionally well. Often where deep knowledge of the law can lead to a detachment from the individual concerned, this is far from the case here.’

‘A clearly symbiotic team who worked in harness together. It always felt like the correctly experienced person was dealing with the appropriate issue.’

‘Sandra Paul was exceptional. At my lowest and most vulnerable moment, Sandra was strong, clear and added the reassurance she could. I never doubted her competence or commitment in dealing with my issue.’

‘The level of client care was exceptional. Their relationship with Counsel was also superb.’

‘Progressive, modern, client focused and a formidable reputation.’

‘A superb team offering excellent in-depth legal and strategic advice as well as outstanding client care. They were a voice of calm reason in a highly stressful situation and i will be forever grateful for their expertise and wisdom. I recommend them without hesitation.’

‘The dedication and tenacity of the team is very impressive. Nothing is left to chance.’

‘They have enjoyed a leading and deserved profile for many years.They recruit diversely and well. They obviously care and make a real impact upon the case. They remain conscious upon and fair as to costs.’

‘Rachel Cook has clear and commendable judgement.’

‘I have been fortunate enough to work with Rachel Cook for some years. She has a wonderful tenacity and always has a positive outlook on behalf of all her clients. She finds it easy to delegate as she knows her team with all their strengths and how to best handle all the issues that may arise. She has a very clear understanding of which counsel she wants to represent her client. She is devoted to her work but never at the expense of her home life. Rachel is wonderful at balancing everything in her life and the clients continue to benefit from her valued efforts.’

‘Peters & Peters is head and shoulders above its competitors – no stone will be left unturned in the preparation of a case and the resources available – both in terms of technological and individual support – are impressive. Solicitors collaborate by providing strong support for counsel whilst taking the initiative when appropriate.’

‘Simons Muirhead & Burton has a good atmosphere as soon as you walk through the door. The customer service is brilliant, nothing is too much for them. They are incredibly responsive.’

‘Henrietta Ronson is extremely intelligent yet empathetic. She looked at every angle to make sure nothing was missed. She is very approachable and provides an excellent standard of service.’

‘Thoroughness and attention to detail are their watchwords. Also, the team are excellent communicators with all stakeholders. You really feel you have someone fighting your corner and invested in you as a person.’

‘Phil Smith is a brilliant advocate, approachable, straightforward, completely on point. He also has hand-picked a great team of individuals who take their cue from him. I would absolutely recommend this firm.’

‘The practice employs lawyers of deep experience and domain expertise in order to provide a very high standard of service. Communication throughout the firm is highly responsive and clear, both with regard to technical legal matters and administrative issues.’

‘Henrietta Ronson was the standout individual on the team.  She exhibits unparalleled domain expertise and always maintains a very high attention to detail, which was decisive at critical points in the work. A clearly gifted lawyer who maintains the highest ethical and professional standards at all times.’

‘Phil Smith displayed very strong technical ability in complex circumstances. He exudes competence and experience, which contributed to a sense of calm and control to the work, and a robust balance amongst the team.’

‘Phil Smith and Henrietta Ronson are a first-rate team. Phil is a hugely experienced criminal practitioner who is unfazed by anything. Henrietta is a new and highly talented partner. I would not hesitate to recommend them.’

‘ABV have an array of talented and enthusiastic solicitors who are utterly determined to achieve results for their clients. Their lawyers are incredibly hard-working and effective. They are one of the very best criminal firms out there.’

‘Akhtar Ahmad is a star performer and a smooth operator. His affable personality is perfectly complimented by his insatiable desire to succeed for his clients. Sunita Mehta is diligent and insightful. Her case preparation is always first-rate, and her positivity about her cases encourages those around her.’

‘Hanisha Godhania is intelligent, conscientious and determined to achieve great results for her clients.’

‘Fergus Harrington has a calm confidence which puts clients at ease and gains the respect of his colleagues. He has extensive experience dealing with heavyweight general crime cases and never gets flustered.’

‘ABV is a well-organised team who work extremely hard to provide the best possible service to their clients. They are structured to deal with the most complex of cases but retain a client-focused approach.’

‘Robert Borwick is a heavyweight in crime and a seasoned practitioner. Always practical, sensible and sharp.’

‘Very experienced in multiple areas, excellent links within the industry, well known and recommended by their peers.’

‘Their experience in the field is more than evident in the service they provide. Available and quick to answer queries – they provide an excellent level of communication and clarity.’

‘A top firm providing first class service to those accused of the most serious and complex crimes. They have a large staff of experienced and expert individuals but what makes the firm stand out is the commitment across the firm to each and every client, with everyone from the founding partner to the junior associates showing commitment to the case.’

‘Giles Bark-Jones is still absolutely hands on and committed to ensuring the best possible result for each client.

‘Giles Bark-Jones is still one of the real heavyweights of the criminal defence world. He is actively involved in client management and providing high-level strategic and tactical advice. Clients feel hugely and justifiably reassured knowing that Giles is in their corner.

‘Vanessa Wiggins is great with clients, and has huge experience of cases of murder and serious violence.’

‘They are one of the strongest firms. Because of their large team, they are able to deal with the biggest of cases.’

‘Large scale firm with multiple lawyers all with different specialisms in the area of criminal law.’

‘Giles Bark-Jones is a rainmaker.’

‘A very experienced and capable team who are superb at dealing with all types of cases. They are extremely good at thinking outside the box and absolutely cover all bases.’

‘Trevor Francis is an absolutely fabulous solicitor who will fight the client’s corner until the very last moment. A true warrior who knows how to use all the items in his armoury.’

‘Gary Bloxsome is a hugely established solicitor who gets proper results. Jennifer Richardson is hugely impressive and confident. Will do everything necessary and a bit more!’

‘A truly stellar outfit which services a diverse spectrum of client needs. The firm has a considered structure which ensures each lawyer’s specialist skills are matched with the demands of a case. They are one of the best out there and assimilating the issues and finding the solutions for their clients.’

‘Gary Bloxsome is a giant of criminal litigation. His reputation is on par with the very best over the past 25 years.’

‘Realistic but tough defenders with massive experience and a track record of winning against the odds.’

‘Blackfords have been market leaders in general crime for the whole of my career. They are able to deal with any type of client and crime. They are able to do this due to the strength of their crime team, the expertise within it and the diversity of the team. Clients know that they will get clear, direct, readily understandable and accurate advice.’

‘Gary Bloxsome, Trevor Francis and Diane Payne are not just exceptional lawyers with a huge amount of experience but are also hugely experienced in running Blackfords to make sure clients have the best advice and access where required to expert witnesses and counsel.’

‘Carson Kaye offer a first class service from start to finish. Their client care is unrivalled, and their persistence and determination in achieving the best result for their clients is to be applauded.’

‘All members of the Carson Kaye team are excellent. In particular, Sophie Clarke and Milly Blunt are outstanding. I have worked with both lawyers on a number of cases. They are hard-working, dedicated and leave no stone unturned.’

‘Tana Adelmann has a sharp intellect. With her, both clients and counsel always have a positive interaction. She is sharp, efficient, proactive and reactive. Her skill-set is substantial.’

‘Skillful, excellent and hard-working solicitors – it’s those individuals which make the difference between winning and losing a case.’

‘Tana Adelmann has great judgement, is genuine, lovely to work with, very hard-working and really prepares her cases. I couldn’t ask for more. ’

‘John Carson and John Kaye complement each other beautifully. John Kaye is a tactical master, John Carson is a touchstone with the clients. The firm as a whole goes from strength to strength.’

‘John Kaye is a go-to solicitor in murder cases.’

‘John Kaye and John Carson are exceptional and comfortably two of the best in the business. They both understand the intricacies of working in criminal law and bring both skill and experience. John Kaye is tactically astute and with a creative legal aptitude to secure the very best outcomes.’

‘The crime department are subject experts. They are steeped in the knowledge and application of criminal law and practice. Their advice is sound, robust but realistic. ’

‘Will Russell radiates calm and authority. His assessments of both the strengths and possible outcomes of his cases is totally reliable and valued by clients and courts alike. He is the go-to criminal defence solicitor in his field.

Mel Stooks is an acknowledged expert in youth court law and practice. She represents her young clients with intelligence, in-depth knowledge, empathy and passion. There is no better advocate for young people tangled in the youth justice system than Ms Stooks.’

‘Will Russell is an absolute class act, dealing with the most serious of cases with agility and dedication.’

‘Mel Stooks is a trailblazer and exceptional in her work and approach to her clients’

‘Greg Stewart is absolutely standout. He has led the expansion of this firm with care, caution, tenacity and dedication, ensuring that the care and attention given to clients persists throughout. A great leader for an outstanding firm.’

‘Knowledgeable, experienced, relentless in pursuing the best outcome for children. Always child-centred, able to communicate skillfully with children and professional support network.’

‘The firm has a well-deserved reputation for its work in criminal law and appeals, with particular expertise in murder, serious violence and organised crime. It has a loyal client base, and good professional working relationships with some of the best expert witnesses and barristers in the field.’

‘Eddie Tang manages a very talented team of solicitors including Natalie De-Merist who is a rising star.’

Eddie Tang combines humour, warmth, hard work, imagination, and keen legal acumen to get the best results for his clients. He is proactive from the inception of cases and never sidetracked from what is needed to win a case. ’

‘A well-oiled machine, working together apparently seamlessly despite the very difficult circumstances currently in criminal work. A cut above so many others in the field.’

‘Eddie Tang is particularly impressive. Calm under the pressure of the most serious cases, massive tactical awareness borne of long experience, and never less than a pleasure to deal with.’

‘The practice is a large firm based at multiple locations. The setting is modern, secure with excellent conference facilities. Whilst the firm is busy the attention to detail is excellent and consistent contact is maintained with both the lay and professional client. ’

‘Eddie Tang is the consummate professional. He has in depth knowledge of all his cases even though he has a busy practice. He maintains contact with both the lay client and professional, ensuring that each party is updated where appropriate and that conferences are arranged promptly.’

‘Eddie Tang is a standout solicitor. He is the person I would instruct if I ever needed a criminal defence solicitor. He is thorough and committed and has a great client manner and achieves outstanding results. ’

‘Eddie Tang and Kam Varaitch provide top-notch expertise in convoluted financial crime and fraud cases and are tactically streets ahead of their competitors. They represent an incredibly impressive team.’

‘It is always a pleasure to work with anyone at Janes. They are a classy team of solicitors. ’

‘Fiona Gavriel is the solicitor that you want in any case. She is extremely hard-working, bright and has exceptional judgement. Fiona works tirelessly for her clients.

Alex Chapman’s preparation on cases is exceptional. He always puts in proper thought and consideration in cases. He also has experience in working on cases on the cutting edge of the law. ’

‘Professional, approachable and always fearless in the defence of their clients.’

‘Dedicated, bright and always approachable. ’

‘A well known criminal solicitors with a well-deserved reputation for commitment to excellence’

‘Alex Chapman is a hugely gifted solicitor.’

‘Janes Solicitors are a boutique outfit who should not be underestimated. They have a phenomenal team across all sectors and are very well regarded in this sphere. In my interactions with them, they appear as a single unit and as such have a team strength with which they collaborate, and produce outstanding results. ’

‘Lewis Nedas Law provides an extremely strong partner-led team. They are tactically astute, providing robust insightful advice that gets to the heart of the issue. Results driven, always striving for the best possible outcome for the client. Key individuals include the inimitable Jeffrey Lewis, Siobhain Egan, Miles Herman and Unan Choudhury. ’

‘Lewis Nedas are an exceptional firm with a strong team of talented and expert criminal lawyers. The breadth of their combined experience from the most complex to the more routine ensures that every client potentially benefits from a pool of knowledge within one firm which is generously shared to the advantage of the lay client.’

‘Lewis Nedas is a very stong firm with excellent lawyers who have the personal touch. ’

‘Exceptionally professional, providing the highest level of representation throughout the process. They are incredibly well-prepared and have a proactive nature.’

‘Keith Woods is a highly experienced practitioner. His client care is exceptional.’ ’

‘The team work as a unit from top to bottom. ’

‘Sean Reilly has vast experience and knowledge of criminal litigation. He is an outstanding partner and still retains the desire to make sure his clients are in the best position possible at court from the least serious criminal offences to the top. Amongst the best.’

‘Harsha and Manoj Rupesinghe make an exceptional team at the top of the firm. This creates highly professional environment from top to bottom. The service that is offered to clients is second to none.’

‘This is the most dedicated and hard working team I have encountered.’ 

‘Manoj Rupesinghe is the most tenacious solicitor I have worked with. He leaves no stone unturned. Clients can be assured that whatever the outcome of the litigation every avenue will have been explored on their behalf.’

‘Mohsin Ariff is an exceptional solicitor. Despite his heavy workload created by his popularity with clients, he manages to offer each one of them his personal attention.’

‘Mohsin Ariff has great judgement, and this is invaluable in advising clients in difficult cases.’

‘In terms of caseload, Lloyds PR are one of the biggest players in criminal defence work, appearing in a steady stream of high-profile and serious work. Despite the quantity of work that they manage, they manage to provide an outstanding service in all of their cases. ’

‘Mohsin Ariff is an absolute star, with really good strategic sense and superb client management skills.’

‘Harsha Rupasinghe has really sound judgement and works terrifically hard for his clients.’

‘Jae Carwardine is exceptional; she stands out as a wise, impressive lawyer. In addition to her vast knowledge and experience, her authenticity and humanity shine through. I highly recommend Jae and Russell-Cooke.’

‘An exceptional company that I recommend regularly. ’

‘A very competent and professional firm which is clearly shoulders above many others.’

‘Jae Carwardine is a highly professional solicitor who leads the team. She works hard for her clients and is diligent and thorough in exploring issues and defences. ’

‘They are outstanding in representing their clients’

‘An all-round firm offering an outstanding service.’

‘Martin Rackstraw goes the extra mile for all of his clients.’

‘Martin Rackstraw and Jae Carwardine are incredibly through and tactically astute.’

‘A fantastic firm – particularly for private clients looking for a universally excellent service. Reliable and recommended. ’

‘Ray Shaw is a stand-out individual. ’

‘They are an extremely committed legal aid firm and put real heart into representing their clients.’

‘They are an all-round first-class team. They are always ahead of the game. ’

‘Raymond Shaw is very polished and professional. His years of experience are clear in the way he conducts his litigation. ’

‘Shaw Graham Kersh are a longstanding London defence firm offering a top-notch service in legal aid and private work. They have real talent across all of their lawyers and unlike many such firms commit a high level of resources to their cases. They are excellent lawyers and add real value to their preparation of cases.’

‘Madeleine Corr is an absolutely stand-out practitioner, with a focus on client care and engaged with all legal and tactical aspects of a case. A true powerhouse of a lawyer. ’

‘Amy Cox has great legal knowledge, exceptional client care, and always prepares detailed and thorough instructions.’

‘Leah Connolly’s knowledge of the Youth Justic System is second to none’

‘ Leah Connolly is particularly expert at dealing with the young and vulnerable and their immediate family. She is well versed in all of the provisions pertaining to young and vulnerable witnesses and is able to guide children and parents alike through the legislation and evidence.’

‘Sonn Macmillan Walker treat each case equally, regardless of the size of the case, and always provide a first class service from start to finish. Amy Cox runs the team with integrity, always striving for the best result and outcome. Amy is an excellent leader.’

‘Amy Cox is intelligent, compassionate and highly motivated to always achieve great results for her clients.’

‘Sonn Macmillan Walker are, far and away one of the best criminal outfits in London. Their preparation is second to none and every client’s case is treated with the utmost respect. They attract the most heavyweight crime but never neglect the less serious work. Every client is important to them. ’

‘Boutique practice. Excellent service.’

‘All lawyers know their work inside and out and manage clients brilliantly. They have the depth required to form brilliant and effective teams.’

‘Sharron Boyce is highly intelligent and relentless in pursuit of the best outcome for her clients.’

‘Nick Brett is excellent with POCA matters and is robust and straight forward.’

‘Brett Wilson has a small team providing a bespoke and highly professional service in private and top end criminal work.’

‘I would like to make special mention of Sharron Boyce. Her work ethic is phenomenal. She regularly produces presentations and schedules for cases that relied on and trusted by the court. She is wonderful to work for.’

‘They’re a very good example of the excellence that a boutique firm can provide. They’re centrally located in London, their facilities are very good, and they give the impression of being very agile in terms of responding to challenges’

‘I’ve worked several times with Sharron Boyce, and she’s absolutely excellent – very hard-working, a good lawyer, sensible, client focused and astute to helping counsel with instructions where needed. ’

‘Fair, well-prepared and a joy to deal with. Hardeep Dhaliwal conducts cases with vigour.’

‘Excellent one to one client service in the criminal department. My involvement is with Linda Barker and Olivia Rose – they handle each case with exceptional care, and offer an incomparable one to one service. ’

‘Linda Barker is brilliant with clients, relatable, empathetic.’

‘Olivia Rose is clever, immerses herself in cases, nothing is too much for her. Case preparation is flawless. ’

‘Sunjay Versani was always responsive and very clear on next steps.’

‘The firm stands out for its expertise in serious and complex cases, its tenacity and its realistic approach.’

‘Laurence Grant is a superb tactical lawyer who chooses the right counsel for the right case, he knows this area inside out and acts from pre investigation onwards, often using his mastery to drop proceedings before they have begun.’

‘Leo Martin has legal expertise combined with a very personable bedside manner and pragmatic approach to the issues, which led to a very satisfactory outcome. He was also always responsive and available.’

‘Kishoree Kotecha-Pau utilises her team to the full extent and really indulges in the case to look through fine details to find adverse findings, she goes above and beyond. ’

‘Fantastic service from beginning to end.’

‘Kishoree Kotecha-Pau was very informative and professional with her vast knowledge ’

‘Peter Bedingfield is clearly highly experienced in dealing with traffic offences, the magistrates court and helping people get the best outcome. He is very calm and highly efficient, taking the many facts of a complicated situation and sifting the essential facts that would help my case in court. I would highly recommend him to anyone else who had a motoring issue. ’

‘Freemans Solicitors are an impeccable firm. They were always ahead of their game. Treated me with utmost professionalism and I always felt I was in safe hands.’

‘I was lucky to work with Peter Bedingfield at Freemans during my case. He was attentive, knowledgeable, reassuring, and highly professional, he always had time to speak to me and explain things in a calm and easy manner, I felt confident as he understood my case and its legal side, and approached it with great knowledge, sensitivity and wisdom.’

‘Howard Kennedy’s general crime team has an excellent reputation amongst legal professionals. They have a well drilled team who never let clients down. The quality of their case preparation is always high; combined with exceptional client care from committed lawyers. They are one of the best out there.’

‘Kyle Phillips is a fantastic talent. He is highly regarded in the area of general crime. He works tirelessly for his clients; is always on top of his papers; and has an exceptional knowledge of the law. Kyle’s affable manner quickly gains the trust of clients.’

‘Ian Ryan is a hugely influential figure in this area. He has a formidable reputation and never disappoints.’

‘Chloe Belton is highly impressive and methodical. Her legal acumen is only matched by her enthusiasm for her clients’ causes. ’

‘Howard Kennedy are a popular team, well-equipped to advise individuals and corporate clients on the full range of criminal jeopardy. They are big enough to resource a corporate commitment and boutique enough to give a full wraparound service to an individual in their moment of crisis.’

‘Strong team with lots of relevant experience.’

‘Outstanding solicitors covering some of the most difficult, high-profile and important criminal cases.’

‘Simon Natas is thoroughly involved in his cases, which involve important matters of human rights and public interest, and knows them inside out. Nadeem Thanvi is meticulous and pragmatic, with charm and experience that clients love.’

‘ITN have a highly skilled and diverse team of committed criminal lawyers – each of whom will go above and beyond to ensure that any prospective client has the best possible representation. The team is led by example, and the skill and work ethic of the partners and senior lawyers ensures a supportive and positive environment for trainees and young lawyers. ’

‘Nadeem Thanvi’s commitment to his clients is legendary. His strategic vision, his forensic approach, his knowledge of the law and his compassion combine to ensure that his clients are in exceptionally safe hands.’

‘A significant player in the private market. They are well-resourced and have a strong team in Manchester to fall back on if required. ’

‘Both Amy Shaffron and Dan Martin are hungry and ambitious and have strong practices. They give sensible, realistic advice to clients.’

‘Benjamin Hall is a solicitor who stands out at the firm. He is extremely hard-working and will go the extra mile for his clients. ’

‘Super dynamic, reactive and listening team. A pleasure to work with. Experienced in working with cross-border cases with different lawyers from other countries and different expertise. Innovative, goal-oriented and pragmatic in their approach to cases.’

‘A terrific practice. They have breadth and depth in every respect – practitioners, resourcing, facilities. In larger cases, JMW put together teams of practitioners to meet the specific requirements of the investigation or the case. They are very client-focused and smart about what will achieve the best results.’

‘Great communication and ability to link with fabulous expert witnesses in a timely fashion producing great outcomes. ’

‘Very responsive team with sound advice based upon legal knowledge and tactical awareness. ’

‘Amy Shaffron went beyond what might be expected. Whilst the case had to be transferred to another late in the case for the best of reasons, she was able to package the case effectively and ensure counsel could get very quickly on top of the brief. ’

‘Nick Dent, now recently made partner, is one of the best criminal lawyers in the business. His knowledge of the procedural issues as well as the substantive law is outstanding. He is incredibly hardworking, insightful and robust. He is an exceptional lawyer, and any client who instructs him can be reassured that no stone will be left unturned in their defence.’

‘Nick Dent is outstanding. He has one of the finest legal brains of any solicitor I have ever worked with. He is highly intelligent, legally astute and a superb tactician. In addition, he is extremely dedicated and diligent. He is greatly experienced in representing individuals in high profile cases and cases of particular complexity and sensitivity. Overall, he provides an absolutely first class service and I would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone in difficulty. It would be hard to find better. ’

‘One of Mishcon’s unique traits is the range of legal services it can offer clients, from ordinary crime, through white collar crime, extradition, asset recovery, civil, matrimonial etc. It really is a one-stop shop, but with real character. ’

‘Ben Brandon is a brilliant and thoughtful lawyer with great strategic insight. He has proved himself adapt at running international teams, and handling very sensitive cases with panache. ’

‘Johanna Walsh is a leading criminal practitioner who has driven the development of the general criminal practice to the point of it being a market leading offer. She is highly regarded by colleagues, clients and opponents as being approachable, insightful and realistic.’

‘Nick Dent has been made a partner this year, which is thoroughly deserved. He is one of the most diligent and legally knowledgeable solicitors I have had the pleasure of being instructed by.’

‘Nick Dent is one of the very best in the business.’

‘Nick Dent is an excellent solicitor. He is tenacious in pursuing his client’s case, but never at the expense of the best overall tactical approach.’

‘Strong client skills, attentive knowledgable lawyers’

‘Mark Jones is a first class lawyer who knows this area inside out and is committed to the highest standards of client care’

‘A firm well able to handle clients sensitively when there are reputations to be managed. Well-informed lawyers both legally and practically. Very supportive of clients.’

‘Mark Jones is a solicitor who has an excellent matter with clients; able to instil confidence.’

‘A growing presence in this field.’

‘Mark Jones is a star performer – very strong strategic sense, and an excellent manner with anxious clients.’

‘The team is terrific. They are responsive, always available to assist and provide an excellent service to the client. I’ve always felt very well-supported when instructed. The facilities are brilliant and the team’s product is reliably outstanding.’

‘Mark Jones is an absolute stellar individual. He quickly masters material and is fantastic at strategically managing a case, liaising effectively with prosecuting authorities and providing clear, pragmatic advice to the client. I would recommend to anyone facing the prospect of a criminal charge.’

‘The personal approachability and relatability that they all possess. It makes you feel they genuinely care. ’

‘Abu Kibla is always competent and knowledgeable. Even if the process is not going as quick as I would like, or I don’t understand, he explains clearly the reasoning behind things, so I better understand it all. ’

‘Stuart Miller have a real breadth and depth with the team, bringing expertise and energy to every case.’

‘Anna Sidgwick is an excellent lawyer who gives everything to her clients.’

‘Sophie Lalaoui is a key member of the team, bringing intelligence and passion to every case ’

‘The team provide regular updates on cases being worked on, clear unambiguous instruction and are easily contactable and respond within a good time frame to questions.’

‘Stuart Miller is a firm that it is at the heart of their local community. This means they offer a support and an understanding of their clients that other firms cannot match. They have a diverse team which also caters for their primary aim, customer satisfaction.’

‘TV Edwards have a very professional and capable crime team, delivering a greater level of services than many firms in the same market. ’

‘Adrienne Wright is a committed, caring and diligent leader of the team. She delivered phenomenal service and support to a vulnerable young client caught up in a murder trial.’

‘Sean Richards is an old-fashioned defence warrior. ’

‘Committed to legal aid and have a team who cover all areas from youth to serious crime, generally to a high standard’

‘Excellent quality of work despite financial constraints. No stone left unturned. Dedicated lawyers’

‘The firm provides a consistent, responsive, hands-on approach that can be lacking from the larger firms. They are proactive in advancing the client’s case and in offering support to counsel throughout the trial process. Client care, collaboration with counsel, and a willingness to think creatively about the use of expert evidence are particular strengths.’

‘Adrienne Wright is particularly impressive. Responsive, empathetic and realistic about the client’s prospects, she would be my first choice for any sensitive matter requiring exceptional client care. Valued by counsel and client alike. ’

‘The criminal team has a number of solicitors who are extremely capable and have extensive experience of representing young people charged with serious crimes.’

‘The firm and the team at Central Chambers stand out from other firms that we work in the same areas of the UK. The level of instructions and assistance they provide to counsel and their clients is top level. As a firm they are always involved in the largest, complex and most high profile cases that are taking place at any time.’

‘Solicitors at the top of their game. ’

‘This firm has a large and talented team of lawyers who provide an excellent service. In terms of case preparation, they are thorough and attentive. ’

‘Mahtab Aziz stands out as an experienced and calm practitioner. He is excellent with clients and maintains good communication with counsel throughout the case to ensure that everything that can be done for the client is achieved. ’

‘A relatively new boutique firm but the two partners, Richard Egan and Jim Meyer are two of the best of their generation.’

‘Richard Egan is charismatic and has great judgement. Jim Meyer has incredible work ethic and amazingly responsive. ’

‘Richard Egan and Jim Meyer have combined their enormous experience and talent in this firm. They are both superb – total people persons and excellent at what they do. I wouldn’t hesitate but to recommend anyone to got to see them if they needed decent and sensible legal advice.’

‘Jim Meyer holds encyclopaedic knowledge of health and safety law and also general crime. Great eye for detail and incredibly thorough.’

‘Richard Egan, so experienced and knowledgeable, the ultimate safe pair of hands!’

‘Richard Egan and Jim Meyer have a vast depth of experience in criminal defence. Setting up a boutique firm so that they could focus on a more tailored approach to their lay client and cases has been a huge success. ’

‘Richard Egan is first class. He is a giant amongst defence solicitors. Many a professional colleague will turn to him first for advice. Opponents heavily sigh when they see his name, clients are in the very best hands.

Jim Meyer is quietly reassuring and will always ensure that he is meeting the clients needs. He gives a thoroughly personal service. ’

‘Professional, response times are quick, deliver service that is beyond expectations.’

‘Shah Mashud is professional and always delivers the highest standards of service. Goes above and beyond to deliver such great value service to clients. Never gives false hopes or makes promises he can’t keep.’

‘The two head solicitors are very professional. Both have their own skills in different fields.’

‘HSR are a formidable team of lawyers who combine the client care of a local firm with the legal clout of a much larger firm. They punch well above their weight. ’

‘Harsharan Singh Rana is the power at the heart HSR solicitors, a larger-than-life figure who brings the firm to life and brings out the best in everyone around him. He is hands-on, exceptionally easy to deal with for clients and counsel alike, friendly, approachable and knows both the law and the legal environment inside out.’

‘Jaspal Singh works hard and gives his clients an exceptional level of attention.’

‘HSR have a reputation for providing good client care, and we ourselves will regularly refer work to them.’

‘They treat clients as individuals and the needs of the client is of paramount importance to them regardless of the size and complexity of their case.’

‘Reeds collaborate well with counsel and their people are appropriately motivated. A professional outfit. ’

‘Mark Abbott has no problem giving tough advice if he thinks it is in the client’s best interests. He is a robust and dedicated practitioner with a lot of integrity.’

‘Their crime and fraud work is exceptional, as are the lawyers working on them.’

‘Reeds always present a formidable force. They have a strong leadership team who ensure that associates and paralegals take a client-focused and detailed approach to their cases.’

‘Mark Abbott is a cool head who is always on hand to answer queries. He provides realistic advice to his clients and his cases are always immaculately prepared.’

‘Reeds provide a first-rate, professional service for those facing allegations of serious criminality.’

‘Mark Abbott’s work ethic is second to none. He is able to get to grips with complex evidence quickly. He provides outstanding support to counsel in both dealing with clients and in navigating the evidence, and I would not hesitate to recommend him.’

‘Sundeep Soor is a superstar, and is able to work with the client to prepare a pervasive case.’

‘They are extremely diligent and thorough. The firm are regularly instructed in the most serious cases and really care about their clients and case outcome. ’

‘Rustem Guardian have real commitment to the welfare and outcome of each case and provide the high quality representation that is needed by those facing the most serious charges.’

‘A firm with wide-ranging diverse lawyers, all of whom are cutting edge in their own ways, and bring individual experiences to bring about a greater collective ability. ’

‘Katerina Tsibouklis is experienced and wise beyond her years. One of the most talented lawyers in the industry, and pound for pound will take down lawyers many years her senior. She is devoted to the cause, tactically excellent and has a touch like no other.’

‘The Rustem Guardian team has gone from strength to strength, developing into a true market leader in the crime sector. The firm benefits from being able to provide legal advice in a variety of languages, including Albanian, Mandarin and Spanish.’

‘The team is headed up by Timur Rustem as the senior partner, whose commercial approach means that they are instructed in the majority of news-making cases.

‘This team is hard-working and client focussed. They combine a dogged, experienced approach with excellent client care and assistance to counsel. They regularly appear in the most serious cases across the criminal spectrum, most notably in high profile murder cases at the Old Bailey. ’

‘Natasha Green handles very serious cases with the poise and confidence of a professional many years her senior. Clients value her excellent tactical instincts and appreciation of detail. She commands the respect of even very difficult clients, and takes a hands-on approach that distinguishes her from other solicitors.’

‘The team is hard-working and dedicated. They always prepare their cases well and are easy to contact and collaborate effectively with the barristers they instruct. ’

‘Seema Dosaj is an impressive and dedicated solicitor who is always on top of the detail of her cases.’

‘Seema Dosaj is brilliant. Hard-working, resourceful and involved in her clients.’

‘Berris Law has a small, close-knit team. As a result, they all have knowledge of the caseload, making it very easy to take instructions when needed. They are BAME and women heavy.’

‘Seema Dosaj is a pleasure to work with. Her knowledge of her client’s cases is meticulous.’

‘The team are incredibly talented and hard-working individuals. They have wide-ranging clients and expertise in general crime. Their level of professionalism is high, and they provide detailed care to each case. ’

‘The team at Berris Law are client-focused and work very hard to provide a good quality service.’

‘Seema Dosaj is hard-working, approachable and knowledgeable.’

‘They really show excellent strength and depth in their criminal defence work and are now the go-to firm for private clients who require bespoke hands on advice and representation.’

‘The team is small but extremely capable, offering a dedicated 24/7 service to their clients. They are committed, and always willing to go the extra mile.’

‘Partner-led advice that is very high quality and gets to the nub of an issue very fast.’

‘A small boutique firm providing a very personal tailored to each individual client and their specific needs.’

Stephanie Roe is without doubt one of the best criminal lawyers in London particularly for privately-funded defendant clients. She is the lawyer that you would want by your side. And she will be, every step of the way. She is sensible, pragmatic, forensic and strategic.’

‘Stephanie Roe is a force of nature. She achieves results through persistence and force of personality that would not be achievable by legal acumen alone.’

‘Stephanie Roe is a leading criminal solicitor, who is great with clients and has a complete understanding of her field.’

‘I have worked several times with Stephanie Roe. She ensures she is always available and nothing is ever too much trouble. She has an excellent brain for legal problem solving and works tirelessly on behalf of all her clients. She actually cares, and it shows.’