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Trusted Criminal Defence Solicitors in Hull
Established in Hull, East Yorkshire, we are a specialist criminal defence firm dedicated to protecting our clients' interests through expert legal representation. Our team of solicitors provides 24/7 support during police investigations and court proceedings, combining over 100 years of collective experience in criminal litigation and advocacy. We maintain contracts with the Legal Aid Agency to ensure accessible representation, offering free advice at police stations regardless of financial circumstances.Our firm prioritises approachable, client-focused service while maintaining rigorous professional standards regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. With a proven track record in Magistrates' Courts, Crown Courts, and appeal processes, we deliver tailored defence strategies for both straightforward and complex cases.
Services
Criminal Defence
Police Station Representation
Magistrates Court
Crown Court
Motoring Offences
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 emergency legal representation at police stations
- Our team has over 100 years combined experience in criminal litigation
- We offer legally-aided representation through our Legal Aid Agency contract
- Our solicitors include Higher Rights Advocates with Crown Court expertise
- SRA-regulated firm maintaining strict professional standards
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Criminal Defence
We provide specialist criminal defence services for police investigations and court proceedings. Our solicitors offer expert legal advice and advocacy at all stages, from police station interviews to Crown Court trials. With SRA-regulated professionals and Higher Rights Advocates, we deliver tailored defence strategies for both legally-aided and private clients.
Police Station Representation
Immediate 24/7 legal representation at police stations for suspects under investigation. We ensure clients receive free independent legal advice regardless of financial status, attending interviews to protect rights and provide expert guidance throughout the investigative process.
Magistrates Court
Comprehensive legal representation at Hull and Beverley Magistrates Courts for both guilty pleas and contested trials. We handle cases ranging from minor offences to serious criminal allegations, advising on legal aid eligibility and providing fixed-fee options for motoring offences.
Crown Court
Specialist defence services for Crown Court trials, sentencing, and appeals. Our solicitors coordinate expert evidence, prepare complex case strategies, and engage specialist advocates to represent clients in serious criminal matters requiring advanced legal expertise.
Motoring Offences
Legal representation for motoring offences including guilty pleas and contested trials. We offer fixed-fee packages for straightforward cases while providing comprehensive defence strategies for complex matters involving special reasons hearings or potential disqualifications.
People
Nicholas Clay
Partner
Qualified solicitor since 1997 with extensive Magistrates Court experience. Specialises in criminal defence litigation and police station advocacy. Partner since 2003, focusing on client representation at early investigation stages.
Ben Hibbert
Partner
Hull University law graduate qualified in 2000. Specialises in criminal defence across Yorkshire. Partner since 2003, with daily court appearances and police station attendances forming core practice areas.
Harold Bloomfield
Partner
Admitted as solicitor in 1981 with over 40 years' experience. Qualified Higher Rights Advocate appearing regularly in Crown Court. Partner since 2006, with multiple successful Court of Appeal representations.
Dominic Bloomfield
Partner
Leeds Beckett University law graduate qualified in 2019. Specialises in criminal defence litigation, including Crown Court trials. Became partner in 2025 after developing expertise in serious case management.
Questions
Do you offer 24/7 police station representation?
Yes, we provide immediate legal advice and representation at police stations 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Can I get free legal advice at a police station?
Yes, everyone interviewed as a suspect by police is entitled to free legal advice regardless of financial circumstances.
Do you handle motoring offence cases?
Yes, we represent clients for both guilty pleas and contested trials in motoring cases at Hull and Beverley Magistrates Courts.
Are you regulated by legal authorities?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number: 54397).
Can I get legal aid for court representation?
Legal aid eligibility depends on case seriousness and financial means, assessed through Legal Aid Agency criteria.
Do you handle Crown Court cases?
Yes, we prepare defences for Crown Court trials and appeals, with access to expert witnesses and specialist advocates.
Reviews (1)
Mark Lee
May 31, 2019
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Still waiting for a letter off them.to say.my case.as been dropped.linsey.as had a month.and still no letter.ive even asked for 3 call backs.and still nothing.if looking.for a solicitor.try someone else.
