Business Details
16 Years
experience
Specialist Criminal & Military Defence Solicitors Salisbury
Established in 2010, Redhead & Jones is South Wiltshire's sole law firm dedicated exclusively to criminal, military, and road traffic defence work. Our team of highly experienced solicitors, including Nick Redhead, Paul Jones, Trevor Line, and Matthew George, brings decades of combined expertise in representing clients across police investigations, magistrates' courts, crown courts, and military proceedings. We prioritise practical advice and client support, offering free legal aid where applicable and maintaining a strong track record in high-profile cases.Our Salisbury-based practice combines local knowledge with national and international experience, including specialist representation in Court Martial matters. With rights of audience in higher courts and a commitment to mitigating case outcomes, we provide robust defence strategies tailored to individual circumstances.
Services
Road Traffic Defence
Criminal Law Representation
Military Court Representation
Legal Aid Services
Magistrates' Court Representation
Crown Court Representation
Court Martial Defence
Penalty Points Disputes
Drink Driving Cases
Dangerous Driving Defence
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- South Wiltshire's only firm specialising in criminal, military, and road traffic law
- Solicitors with higher court advocacy rights and Court Martial expertise
- Proven track record in complex cases including murder and military law
- Legal Aid availability for eligible clients
- Collective experience spanning over 120 years in criminal defence
Services
Road Traffic Defence
Specialist representation for motoring offences including penalty points, disqualifications, and dangerous driving allegations. Our solicitors challenge evidence and negotiate mitigating circumstances to protect clients' livelihoods. With extensive court experience, we secure optimal outcomes in magistrates' and crown courts.
Military Court Representation
Expert legal defence for military personnel facing Court Martial proceedings. We handle complex cases involving service law, disciplinary actions, and criminal charges under military jurisdiction. Our solicitors combine legal expertise with understanding of military protocols to achieve favourable verdicts.
Criminal Law Representation
Comprehensive defence services for criminal charges ranging from assault to serious drug offences. We represent clients at police stations, magistrates' courts, and crown courts, focusing on case strategy and evidence scrutiny to reduce sentencing impacts.
Legal Aid Services
Assistance with Legal Aid applications for eligible defendants. We guide clients through eligibility criteria and case preparation while maintaining high representation standards across criminal and military law matters.
Higher Court Advocacy
Solicitor advocacy services in crown courts and court of appeal. We challenge unfavourable verdicts and present complex legal arguments, leveraging our solicitors' higher court rights to secure case reversals or reduced sentences.
People
Nick Redhead
Solicitor
Qualified in 1991 with higher court advocacy rights, Nick specialises in criminal law having defended serious offences including murder and drugs cases. He has practiced in Wiltshire since qualification and co-founded Redhead & Jones in 2010.
Paul Jones
Solicitor
Qualified in 1987, Paul has handled high-profile cases including military death investigations and Court Martial appeals. He co-founded Redhead & Jones in 2010 after 20 years at leading Wiltshire firms, focusing on complex criminal defence.
Trevor Line
Consultant Solicitor
Qualified in 1981 with higher court rights, Trevor specialises in military law. He has represented service personnel globally and maintains active involvement in Salisbury's Duty Solicitor Scheme while consulting for the firm.
Matthew George
Consultant Solicitor
A Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives, Matthew joined in 2019. He handles serious criminal cases including the Salisbury area's only recent double murder trial, known for his direct advocacy style with prosecutors.
Questions
Do you offer Legal Aid for criminal defence cases?
Yes, we provide Legal Aid services for eligible clients across all criminal defence matters.
Can you represent military personnel in Court Martial proceedings?
Yes, we specialise in military law with extensive experience in Court Martial and Summary Appeals Court cases.
What road traffic offences do you handle?
We defend all traffic offences including drink driving, penalty points accumulation, and dangerous driving allegations.
Do you operate outside South Wiltshire?
While based in Salisbury, our expertise extends to national and international military court cases.
Can I choose my solicitor in military legal proceedings?
Yes, you may specify your preferred solicitor when completing Legal Aid application forms.
What differentiates your firm from general practice solicitors?
We are the only South Wiltshire firm exclusively specialising in criminal, military, and road traffic law with higher court advocacy rights.
Reviews (1)
Barb King
Dec 25, 2020
Report
Paul and shelly are very plight and very helpful i go back time and time again for small or bit items plus there delivery service is fantastic
