Expertise by Area of Law

Murder, Manslaughter and Terrorism

Representing clients charged with the gravest of offences demands exceptional skill and expertise. We have extensive experience of acting for clients whose cases form headline news or are of particular legal importance and we offer the highest degree of expertise and dedication to their defence.

Drugs, Firearms and Kidnap

We frequently deal with cases involving drugs supply and investigations by the Serious and Organised Crime Agency. We have a breadth of experience in dealing with huge importations, allegations of conspiracy and evidence obtained through the use of surveillance techniques. We handle all types of serious and organised crime, including all firearms offences and allegations investigated by Operation Trident.

Assault and Public Order Offences

We represent clients charged with all types of assault, from serious allegations of causing grievous bodily harm and wounding through to domestic common assault. We are regularly instructed in relation to allegations arising from large scale public order incidents and have a particular expertise in respect of football related violence and applications for football banning orders.

Rape and Sexual Offences

We understand that being accused of a sexual offence is particularly traumatic for the individual and their family. We have a depth of experience of dealing with all types of sexual offences, including “historic” allegations of child abuse, and will handle your case with sensitivity and diligence, regardless of the nature of the charge.

Robbery, theft, handling stolen goods and burglary

We handle all types of allegations of dishonesty from armed robbery, theft from employer and commercial burglary through to shoplifting. We are consistently recognised as one of the foremost firms in London for our defence of serious crime and we offer a comprehensive service at all levels, from the police station through to the Crown Court.

Money laundering, fraud, false accounting and forgery

We are members of the Very High Cost Crase Panel and we have extensive expertise in defending fraud and allegations of financial crime. In addition to advice in court proceedings, we can offer advice on issues relating to restraint or receivership orders and representation in relation to investigations, tribunal hearings and criminal prosecutions brought under the provisions of the Financial Services legislation.

Extradition, inquests and appeals

We can help with criminal allegations, or if you have already been convicted. We have a first class reputation in relation to appellate work and our Senior Partner, Edward Preston, is a leader in this field. We can assist you if you are asked to be a witness at an inquest or if you are a family member who needs advice in dealing with the investigating authorities following a death.

Road traffic

Many people who are ordinarily careful drivers will find themselves charged or summonsed to appear at court for a motoring offence at some point in their lives, from speeding or going through a red traffic light, to driving whilst over the prescribed alcohol limit or even serious allegations of careless or dangerous driving. The consequences of conviction can include the loss of your licence, your livelihood or even your liberty.