Business Details
30 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Criminal Law Solicitors in Reading
Andrew Storch Solicitors is a dedicated law firm specialising in criminal defence, road traffic offences, and human rights litigation. Established in 1996, we have built a reputation for providing a personal and consistent service, ensuring clients work directly with experienced lawyers who prioritise their needs. Our expertise extends to drink driving offences, fraud, sexual offences, and complex human rights cases, with representation in some of the UK's highest courts. We offer emergency legal support 24/7 and provide direct access to our team without intermediaries. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our high success rate and the trust placed in us by clients across England and Wales.We operate from our office in Reading, serving courts in Reading, Slough, Basingstoke, Oxford, and Swindon, while maintaining a client-focused approach that includes home visits and evening appointments. Our team's multilingual capabilities and fixed-fee structures ensure accessibility and transparency. Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we combine legal expertise with compassionate representation to achieve optimal outcomes for our clients.
Services
Criminal Law
Drink Driving Offences
Human Rights Litigation
DVLA Licence Appeals
Sexual Offences Defence
Road Traffic Offences
Civil Litigation
Pre-Charge Engagement
Legal Aid Cases
Emergency Legal Support
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We provide direct access to experienced criminal defence lawyers without intermediaries.
- Our team has over 30 years of combined experience in criminal law and human rights litigation.
- We offer 24/7 emergency legal representation for arrests or urgent matters.
- We accept legal aid cases and maintain transparent fixed-fee pricing.
- Our multilingual team offers legal advice in French and Urdu.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Outstanding professionalism
Thorough preparation
Compassionate representation
Successful appeals
24/7 availability
Services
Criminal Law
We specialise in criminal law defence for offences ranging from assault to fraud. Our solicitors provide expert representation in court, focusing on mitigating penalties and protecting clients' rights. With decades of experience, we handle complex cases involving human rights implications and appeals.
Drink Driving Offences
Our team defends clients facing drink driving charges, aiming to prevent licence revocation and reduce penalties. We offer strategic legal advice and court representation, leveraging our expertise in road traffic law to achieve favourable outcomes for drivers across England and Wales.
Human Rights Litigation
We handle human rights cases involving interactions with criminal law, police actions, and judicial reviews. Our solicitors advocate for clients' rights in high courts, ensuring protection against unlawful treatment and securing justice through strategic litigation.
DVLA Licence Appeals
We represent clients challenging driving licence revocations through DVLA appeals. Our solicitors prepare robust cases to contest penalties, focusing on procedural errors or mitigating circumstances to help clients retain their driving privileges.
Emergency Legal Support
Available 24/7 for urgent legal matters, we provide immediate assistance for arrests or police interviews. Our solicitors attend police stations nationwide, offering real-time legal advice and representation to protect clients' interests during critical moments.
People
Andrew Storch
Solicitor
Specialist criminal defence lawyer with over 30 years' experience. Recognised for expertise in drink driving cases, sexual offences, and human rights litigation. Leads high-profile appeals to successful outcomes.
Michael Phillips
Solicitor
Experienced in complex criminal cases and client advocacy. Known for compassionate representation and achieving suspended sentences in challenging cases. Provides strategic legal guidance to support client rehabilitation.
Bruno Haine
Solicitor
Handles emergency legal matters and road traffic offences. Praised for transforming clients' lives through dedicated support and successful defence strategies in driving and criminal cases.
Arianna Kurtz
Legal Professional
Supports clients through legal processes with professionalism and empathy. Contributes to successful outcomes through thorough case preparation and client-focused communication in criminal defence matters.
Sophia Corbin
Solicitor
Provides timely legal support for police interviews and criminal investigations. Recognised for responsiveness and effectiveness in securing 'no further action' outcomes for clients facing serious allegations.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We focus on criminal law, road traffic offences, human rights litigation, and DVLA licence appeals, with expertise in drink driving, fraud, and sexual offences cases.
Do you offer emergency legal support?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency legal representation for arrests or urgent matters across England and Wales.
Can I get legal aid?
We accept legal aid cases where eligibility applies. Contact us to discuss your specific circumstances and funding options.
How experienced is your team?
Our solicitors have over 30 years of combined experience in criminal defence, with successful representation in high-profile cases and UK appellate courts.
Do you offer fixed-fee services?
Yes, we provide transparent fixed-fee pricing for many services, ensuring cost predictability for our clients.
What languages do you support?
We offer legal advice in French and Urdu to accommodate diverse client needs.
Reviews (6)
Entertain Me How To
Oct 30, 2021
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They will keep u updated. But still not able to provide justice to some innocent traped in some bad thing. Very good money skills they have
T. James
Sep 15, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Thankful for Mike Phillips' professionalism and sound judgement, practically and legally, and in helping to secure a good outcome in the circumstances. An experienced and trustworthy practitioner.
Thankful for Mike Phillips' professionalism and sound judgement, practically and legally, and in helping to secure a good outcome in the circumstances. An experienced and trustworthy practitioner.
Am B.
Jun 25, 2021
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Michael Philips provided invaluable information, support, explanations and advice when we suddenly needed to access a decent solicitor. Very highly recommended to our family, and we would absolutely recommend his knowledgeable and professional services. Thank you for keeping us informed and getting a successful outcome.
Clive Humphreys
Jun 24, 2021
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I was assigned Michael Phillips as a Barrister. He showed me great empathy and he was thorough and tenacious. He developed good rapport not only with me but with the Court, the Judge and the opposition. Slowly he has made small gains and won arguments at interim hearings with an excellent strategy for presenting the Real facts and the truth of the matter for a Final Hearing. I have no hesitation in recommending Michael Phillips to represent a defendant in any Family Court matter.
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May 25, 2021
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Michael Phillips from Storch Solicitors comes highly recommended. Michael represented me through my entire 3.5 year legal process, there was no chopping and changing of staff and because Michael is also a barrister, he was also able to represent me in the crown court. Given my busy working schedule it was not possible to attend the offices in Reading, Michael showed great flexibility in visiting my home address outside of working hours so we could discuss matters. This was invaluable for both my mental state and staying on top of matters.
Michael offered a fixed priced approach and was candid
Michael offered a fixed priced approach and was candid
Sr K.
Jan 29, 2021
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Michael Philips is an excellent solicitor and a very good person. I engaged him following my arrest for IIOC and he provided very valuable legal and personal advice. He is highly professional, friendly and caring and provided great comfort during a traumatic time for me and my family. I recommend him wholeheartedly.
