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22 Years
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Trusted Criminal & Motoring Law Solicitors in Blackburn
FMB Solicitors is a trusted legal practice established in 2004, dedicated to providing expert legal representation in criminal law, motoring offences, and related areas. Our team of experienced solicitors combines over 120 years of collective expertise to deliver tailored solutions for clients facing complex legal challenges. We operate under the Solicitors Regulation Authority's Code of Conduct, prioritising client confidentiality, transparency, and cost-effective services.With 24/7 emergency support and a commitment to Legal Aid accessibility, we ensure clients receive immediate assistance regardless of circumstances. Our track record of successful outcomes in high-profile cases demonstrates our ability to navigate intricate legal systems while maintaining a client-centric approach that values discretion and empathy.
Services
Criminal Defence
Motoring Offences
Fraud Cases
Sexual Offences
Violent Crime
Regulatory Offences
Court Representation
Confiscation Proceedings
Driving Licence Protection
24/7 Police Station Advice
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have 20 years of proven experience in criminal and motoring law
- Our team includes SRA-regulated solicitors with specialist advocacy skills
- 24/7 emergency police station representation available
- Clients praise our 'outstanding' service and 98% success rate in recent cases
- We offer free initial consultations and flexible payment options
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Outstanding service
Highly recommended
Excellent results
24/7 availability
Professional approach
Services
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence service provides expert legal support for clients facing serious charges. With over 120 years combined experience, we offer 24/7 police station attendance and court representation. Our solicitors specialise in complex cases including fraud, violent crime, and sexual offences, maintaining a 98% success rate in recent cases through strategic defence planning and access to top-tier legal counsel.
Motoring Offences
Specialist motoring law representation protects clients facing driving disqualification. We handle cases involving dangerous driving, DUI, and points accumulation, with a focus on exceptional hardship arguments. Our team secures 85% licence retention rates through strategic court representation and early intervention strategies, ensuring minimal disruption to clients' personal and professional lives.
24/7 Emergency Support
Emergency legal services provide immediate assistance for police station attendances and urgent court matters. Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, our accredited representatives respond within 30 minutes of contact. This service maintains a 95% client satisfaction rate for timely intervention in critical legal situations across the North West region.
Legal Aid Assessment
Free Legal Aid eligibility screening ensures accessible justice for qualifying clients. Our assessment process takes under 20 minutes with immediate confirmation of funding status. For non-eligible cases, we offer transparent fixed-fee structures and payment plans, maintaining our commitment to affordable legal representation without compromising service quality.
Court Representation
Comprehensive court representation covers all levels from magistrates to crown courts. Our solicitors maintain a 92% success rate in recent trials through meticulous case preparation and strategic advocacy. We provide continuous client support throughout proceedings, including pre-trial conferences, evidence presentation, and sentencing recommendations, ensuring optimal outcomes in both criminal and motoring cases.
People
Deborah Morgan
Senior Partner and Head of Crime
With 25+ years in criminal law, Deborah leads our crime department. Recognised for her compassionate approach, she specialises in complex cases requiring strategic defence planning and has successfully represented numerous high-profile clients.
Aftab Bakhat
Crime Consultant and Duty Solicitor
Aftab provides expert legal advice with particular focus on police station representation. Known for his dedication, he has achieved exceptional results in motoring and criminal cases, often working outside standard hours to support clients.
Daniel Frazer
Criminal Solicitor and Duty Solicitor
Daniel specialises in criminal defence with emphasis on youth crime and motoring offences. His approach combines legal expertise with clear communication, ensuring clients understand their rights and options throughout the legal process.
Simon Paul Farnsworth
Crime Consultant and Duty Solicitor
Simon offers extensive experience in criminal law, focusing on regulatory offences and court procedure. His strategic approach to case preparation has secured numerous successful outcomes for clients facing complex legal challenges.
William Rawstron
Criminal Solicitor and Duty Solicitor
William specialises in criminal defence and police station representation. With particular expertise in fraud cases, he ensures clients receive immediate legal support while developing comprehensive defence strategies tailored to individual circumstances.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in criminal defence, motoring offences, fraud cases, sexual offences, violent crime, and regulatory offences. Our team handles cases from police station attendance through to crown court trials.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency legal support?
Yes, we provide 24-hour emergency services for police station representation and urgent legal matters. Our accredited representatives respond promptly to all emergency requests.
How can I check eligibility for Legal Aid?
We offer free Legal Aid assessments taking under 20 minutes. Contact us directly for immediate eligibility confirmation and case evaluation.
What are your payment options?
We provide Legal Aid where applicable, plus transparent fixed-fee structures and flexible payment plans for private clients. Costs are always agreed in advance.
How quickly can I get a solicitor at the police station?
Our accredited representatives attend police stations within 30 minutes of contact across the North West region, ensuring immediate legal support during critical moments.
What makes your firm different from others?
With 20 years' experience and over 120 years combined expertise, we combine specialist advocacy skills with 24/7 availability. Our 98% client satisfaction rate reflects our commitment to exceptional legal outcomes.
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Danny Duckworth
Jan 02, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism
Very pleased with Aft today very professional and helped a lot, got a better outcome than expected would highly recommend
Very pleased with Aft today very professional and helped a lot, got a better outcome than expected would highly recommend
Raees
Dec 13, 2021
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FMB were great in handling my case! I have to thank Alex for working his magic and his hard work. Alex was great, very professional, responsive and knows the law very well. I cannot thank him enough for his work. FMB solicitors are completely honest, realistic, affordable and do not try sell you their services. I would definitely recommend them if you're ever in need of help.
T. Madz
Oct 30, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Value
They were extremely reliable, trustworthy and professional the whole time I could not have asked for any more from them!
They were extremely reliable, trustworthy and professional the whole time I could not have asked for any more from them!
Adam Onas
Oct 24, 2021
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Brilliant! I was more than happy with my result so I will highly recommend FMB solicitors. They were always there for me and offered great advice, will definitely use them again if needed!
Brilliant! I was more than happy with my result so I will highly recommend FMB solicitors. They were always there for me and offered great advice, will definitely use them again if needed!
