Paul Schofield
Farleys Solicitors LLP
Farleys Solicitors LLP
Client SatisfactionReputed for its depth of experience in cases involving homicides, substantial conspiracies to import and supply drugs, serious frauds, and business crime, Farleys Solicitors LLP’s crime department handles a range of serious and complex cases. The team is jointly led by Paul Schofield and Bridgette Hibbert, who are based in Preston and Manchester, and Jonathan Taylor in Blackburn. Schofield has vast experience in serious financial crime, while Hibbert specialises in serious fraud and crime matters and is skilled in proceeds of crime applications, and Taylor covers all aspects of criminal law. Other key members of the team are Garry Leaver, Samuel Hinds and Lorraine Eccles.
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Testimonials
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‘Farleys have a unique blend of client care and overall commitment to the case. They are a diverse department who strive to do their best for the client at all times. Their commitment to the client is second to none. This ethos exists from partner level to all aspects of the team. The function as a team and provide a formidable service.'
‘Garry Leaver has phenomenal abilities as department head and in case preparation.’
‘This is a regional firm with a nationwide reach. Farleys provide exceptional support to the client. Nothing is too much trouble, the team are proactive in case preparation and any stone that can be turned over that might help will be turned over.'
‘Paul Schofield knows everyone and everything. He has connections all over the country and no significant case or client escapes his attention. He is a prodigious worker and has incredibly high standards but somehow manages to remain an absolute pleasure to deal with and a gentleman.'
- 'Bridgette Hibbert is demanding and has high standards but in a supportive and pleasant way. She is a pleasure to work with.’
‘Paul Schofield is one of the most respected solicitors nationally - great understanding of the law, and commercially very savvy.’
‘Paul Schofield is a powerhouse of a lawyer and extremely dedicated. His commitment to his cases is beyond what anyone could expect. They work in a very collaborative way to ensure the very best for their clients.’
Work highlights
- Representing an individual in a substantial investigation by the Royal Mail Group Ltd into systematic fraud between 2008 and 2017.
- Representing an individual at Great Grimsby Crown Court in two sets of proceedings; one being conspiracy to produce Class B drugs and the second being offences of slavery.
- Representing an individual in an investigation by HMRC lasting over four years resulting in the case being prosecuted by CPS Serious Economic Organised Crime & International Directorate (SEOCID).
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Bridgette Hibbert
Farleys Solicitors LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paul Schofield, Bridgette Hibbert, Jonathan Taylor