Confidential criminal law advice
Criminal Defence Solicitors
If you are under investigation, facing police interview or dealing with court proceedings, early legal advice can protect your position and help you understand your options.
Police station and investigation advice
Court representation and preparation
Clear guidance on evidence and next steps
Confidential solicitor-led support
Reviewed by Julie Ashley, Director & Solicitor. Last reviewed: May 2026.
When should I speak to a solicitor?
Speak to a solicitor as early as possible, especially before a police interview, formal response or court hearing.
Can a solicitor attend interview?
A solicitor can advise before and during interview, help you understand questions and protect your legal position.
What should I bring to an appointment?
Bring police papers, charge sheets, bail notices, court documents, messages, evidence and any deadline information.
How we can help
Choose the service that most closely matches your situation. If you are unsure, speak to us and we will route your enquiry to the right team.
Police interviews
Advice before interview, support on evidence and guidance on your rights and obligations.
Court proceedings
Preparation for hearings, reviewing papers and explaining likely process and outcomes.
Investigations
Early advice where allegations, evidence, digital material or witness issues need careful handling.
Criminal defence advice when timing matters
We can provide confidential initial guidance and help you understand the urgent next step, including where deadlines or police contact are involved.
Early risk assessment
We help you understand the allegation, evidence and immediate practical choices.
Clear communication
You get plain-English advice on process, deadlines and next steps.
Professional discretion
Criminal defence matters are handled confidentially and sensitively.
Solicitor-led support
People you can put a name to.
Trust is easier when the service feels personal. Our team brings technical experience, clear communication and careful supervision to the matters we handle.
Julie Ashley
Director & Solicitor
Director at Gardner Champion with 39+ years' experience in conveyancing, wills, trusts & probate. Known for clear, client-focused advice guiding clients through property and estate matters.
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Faizal Lunat
Solicitor
Solicitor at Gardner Champion, admitted in 2020 and focused on housing & property work.
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Manjit Kaur
Director & Solicitor
Director at Gardner Champion, 13+ years of experience in Family, Immigration, Property and Private Client work. Bilingual English/Punjabi.
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Excellent service and responsive
Excellent service from Julie Ashley in what proved to be a very tricky, challenging and stressful sale and purchase. Julie was a calming and thoughtful communicator throughout the whole process, and very accessible and r...
Professional and efficient
Dealt with my employment tribunal case with professionalism and got me the result I was hoping for. Communication was excellent and they explained everything in terms I could understand.
Highly recommended
Have dealt with this firm for many years as a local estate agency owner and can recommend them very highly, particularly on the conveyancing side. Always professional.
Start your matter today
Tell us what you need and we will point you to the right team. For conveyancing, you can also start with a clear quote.
Frequently asked questions
Direct answers to the questions clients often ask before getting started.
Should I attend a police interview without a solicitor?
It is usually sensible to obtain legal advice first. A solicitor can explain your rights, review disclosure and advise during the interview.
What if I have received a court summons?
Check the date, keep the papers and seek advice quickly. Missing a hearing or deadline can make matters worse.
Is criminal defence advice confidential?
Solicitor-client advice is confidential, subject to legal and professional obligations. We handle enquiries sensitively.
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