General and Serious Crime

We are a team of highly experienced criminal law specialists, advising and representing individuals and corporations throughout criminal investigations and prosecutions. We understand that the impact of a criminal allegation can be significant and overwhelming and can impact every part of your personal and professional life.

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When facing an allegation, it is essential to seek accurate, realistic advice at the earliest opportunity in order to have the greatest influence on the outcome of the investigation. We advise clients before, during and after police interview, and in those cases where charges are brought, throughout prosecution. Our approach from the outset is sensitive, strategic and tactically astute, with consideration to both the short and long-term impact of the case on all aspects of your life, career and reputation.

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When clients come to us pre-charge, we are often able to enter into communications with the police and/or Crown Prosecution service by way of Pre-Charge Engagement. This means we can make representations in favour of avoiding prosecution and expedite reaching the best possible outcome for you.

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We are experts in dealing with the police and Crown Prosecution Service and have experience of acting for clients facing a vast range of criminal offences. These include sexual offences, controlling and coercive behaviour, violence offences, public order offences, drugs offences, road traffic offences and health and safety offences.

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Whilst many of our cases are discontinued pre-charge, in the event of a prosecution we assemble a strong defence team to represent you at court. We work proactively and with steely determination, ensuring no stone is left unturned, to achieve the best possible outcome.

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Our clients are often professionals who face serious implications as a result of investigation. We are specialists at navigating regulatory investigations, regulatory disclosure obligations, internal investigations and DBS check implications alongside a criminal investigation. Where matters overlap with other areas of law – such as employment, immigration or family law – we work with lawyers who specialise in those areas to ensure that your advice is comprehensive and well thought-through.

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Our team works tirelessly and with the utmost discretion to provide you with clear, pragmatic advice, to limit the impact of investigation, and to provide the highest standard of client service.