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Criminal Defence Solicitors

Should you find yourself accused of a crime It is important to ensure that you instruct expert criminal defence solicitors. We are recognised in both the Legal 500 and Chambers guide to the profession as experts in criminal defence. Additionally, we are recommended by 98% of our clients (according to our client feedback forms).

We always strive to provide our clients with a personal service dealing with you as an individual and not just a case file.

Our team of expert criminal defence solicitors are experienced in preparing your defence for trial and acting as your defence solicitor in the Magistrates’ Court or the Crown Court.

With years of experience acting as criminal defence solicitors on behalf of both individuals and businesses charged with every type crime. Whether you are defending yourself from an allegation of criminal damage or murder we understand the importance of your case to you. With years of experience as criminal defence solicitors acting on behalf of thousands of clients the firm is able to help you properly prepare your case and defend yourself whatever the allegation.

We have found that we are increasingly approached by clients after they have conducted careful research (both online and in the local communities) in to the firm and the people that work here. Key contacts are Rob Rode and Andrew Stewardson.

The firm acts on behalf of clients via both legal aid and private funding.

Rob Rode and his team have a well deserved national reputation. They are extremely experienced and regularly deal with high profile matters.’
Legal 500, 2023
Excellent partners and staff. Particular expertise in heavy complex crime and mental health. Always available, unfailingly courteous with clients, yet with a steely resolve to achieve results.
Legal 500, 2023
Anna Moran is the best representative I've ever seen in my life, she represented me as if she was there the day everything happened
Client, anonymous for confidentiality
Rob Rode and Andy Stewardson are first rate in the field of fraud and POCA work.
Legal 500, 2023
Rob Rode and James McAulay are acknowledged market leaders. They are exceptional lawyers and motivators and the teams they lead are dedicated.
Legal 500, 2023
I would not hesitate to use ABR Solicitors again and cannot thank them enough for their service. ABR did a fantastic job.
Client, anonymous for confidentiality
They are really very good at handling major complex defence cases and in particular serious fraud. A first rate firm with strong team delivering one of the best overall services in the area.’
Legal 500, 2023
ABR and James were exemplary. He calmed me down and explained the process and possible outcome. He worked very hard for the best outcome and I would have no hesitation recommending the firm to another.
Client, anonymous for confidentiality
ABR Solicitors have a track record of doing complex fraud cases. They will do private cases, legal aid cases or insurance backed work. They offer the same levels of service in each case. They prepare their cases very thoroughly and the feedback from clients is exceptional.
Legal 500, 2020
ABR are a large firm and have a specialist fraud team. The team are genuine specialists, experienced and extremely knowledgeable. The ABR fraud team have been involved in large and high profile cases and regularly deal with paper-heavy, complex cases. Many firms claim specialism in the fraud arena, however there are relatively few who can deliver on that claim. ABR are genuine specialists who can.
Legal 500, 2020
The crime team as a whole is hardworking, knowledgeable and very committed to their clients. they always go the extra mile in terms of preparation and nothing is too much trouble. they have a reputation for always valuing client carer highly and ensuring the client gets the best representation at all times.
Legal 500, 2020
Fiercely loyal to the client and they fight the client’s corner with great gusto. If you want to fight your case then get to ABR. They never ever give up.
Legal 500, 2020

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