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22 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Middlesbrough
Established in 2004, TaylorGoodchild Solicitors have built a reputation for excellence in legal representation across criminal and civil law domains. Our Middlesbrough-based practice, conveniently located near Teesside Magistrates Court, combines over 50 years of collective legal expertise with a client-centric approach. We specialise in challenging unlawful actions by public bodies, securing compensation for personal injuries, and providing robust criminal defence services. Our team of dedicated professionals maintains Law Society Accreditation and an independently assessed Standard Quality Mark, ensuring adherence to the highest service standards.We prioritise accessibility through flexible funding options including legal aid, conditional fee arrangements, and tailored payment plans. Our commitment extends to representing all community members, particularly those with limited financial resources, while maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical standards throughout our practice.
Services
Criminal Law
Civil Law
Road Traffic Law
Police Misconduct Claims
Personal Injury
Criminal Injuries Compensation
Crown Court Representation
Legal Aid Services
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined legal experience in criminal and civil law
- Our team holds Law Society Accreditation and Standard Quality Mark certification
- We offer flexible funding options including legal aid and no-win-no-fee arrangements
- Our Middlesbrough office provides direct access to Teesside Magistrates Court
- We maintain strict client confidentiality while delivering personalised legal strategies
Associations and certifications
- Law Society Accreditation
- Standard Quality Mark
What people say
Highly professional service
Supportive during difficult time
Excellent case outcomes
Reliable and trustworthy
Successfully challenged injustice
Services
Criminal Law Representation
Our criminal law specialists provide expert representation throughout the justice system from police station interviews to Crown Court trials. With over 50 years' combined experience, we handle complex cases including serious indictable offences, motoring offences, and appeals. Our solicitors maintain legal aid accreditation while offering private funding options with flexible payment plans to suit individual circumstances.
Police Misconduct Claims
We specialise in challenging unlawful police actions including wrongful arrest, excessive force, and failure to investigate. Our team has particular expertise in claims against public authorities like HM Prison Service. We offer free initial consultations to assess case merits and provide representation through legal aid or conditional fee arrangements depending on client circumstances.
Personal Injury Claims
Our civil department handles personal injury claims arising from workplace accidents, road traffic collisions, and criminal acts. We negotiate settlements with insurers and pursue court action when necessary. Funding options include no-win-no-fee agreements, with case assessments available through our free 30-minute consultation service for eligible clients.
Road Traffic Accident Claims
We represent clients involved in road traffic accidents whether as drivers, passengers, or pedestrians. Our solicitors handle claims for compensation regardless of partial liability, working with medical experts to assess injury impact. We secure interim payments where appropriate and offer flexible funding arrangements including legal aid where applicable.
Criminal Injuries Compensation
Our specialists assist victims of violent and sexual crimes in claiming compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority. We handle complex cases involving multiple applicants and challenging CICA decisions. Services are available through legal aid or private funding with payment plans tailored to individual financial circumstances.
People
Lee Goodchild
Head of Crime Department
With extensive military experience, Lee leads our criminal defence team specialising in serious indictable offences and Crown Court trials. He focuses on mitigating client impact through strategic legal representation while maintaining accessibility for all community members.
Daniel Burke
Head of Civil Department
Daniel oversees our civil litigation team handling public body complaints and personal injury claims. His expertise lies in challenging unlawful authority actions and securing compensation for clients through negotiated settlements or court proceedings.
Kirsty Condell
Senior Criminal Solicitor
Starting as support staff, Kirsty progressed to senior solicitor specialising in complex criminal cases. She provides strategic defence advice while maintaining focus on client support throughout the legal process.
Emma Ward
Police Station Specialist
Emma specialises in police station representation, advising clients during interviews under caution. Her legal expertise developed from support role origins ensures practical understanding of client needs during investigative stages.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in criminal law defence, civil litigation against public bodies, personal injury claims, and road traffic accident compensation cases.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free 30-minute initial interviews to assess case merits and explain available legal options.
What funding options are available?
We offer legal aid (subject to eligibility), no-win-no-fee arrangements, and flexible payment plans tailored to individual financial circumstances.
Can you handle urgent legal matters?
Yes, our 24-hour support line ensures immediate assistance for urgent legal requirements including police station attendances.
How experienced is your team?
Our solicitors hold Law Society accreditation with over 50 years' combined legal experience across criminal and civil law specialisms.
Do you represent clients in court?
Yes, we provide representation at all court levels from Magistrates Court to Crown Court trials and appeals.
Reviews (1)
Kaveh Rostami
Sep 20, 2020
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Always busy dont spend time for client and just made me more feel stress. ,but good in emailing or calling to charge you
