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Emergency
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Expert Criminal Defence Solicitors in London
Established in 1995, Gerard Maye Legal has built a reputation for excellence in criminal defence work across Sussex, London, and the South East. Our founder, Gerard Maye, is a leading specialist in criminal defence, recognised by Chambers UK and the Legal 500 for his expertise. With over 25 years of experience, we prioritise delivering exceptional service during clients' most challenging times, offering support from police station representation to Crown Court proceedings. Our approach focuses on early intervention to avoid unnecessary litigation, saving clients time, costs, and emotional distress. We specialise in complex cases including fraud, violent crime, regulatory offences, and confiscation proceedings, handling matters in Magistrates', Youth, Crown, and Appeal Courts.Our team provides accessible, transparent legal advice, with offices in Brighton and London, offering flexible appointments and home visits when required. Recognised for our client-centric approach, we have successfully defended numerous high-profile cases, maintaining a commitment to protecting clients' reputations and futures. Our testimonials highlight our professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to achieve optimal outcomes, with clients praising our dedicated support during emotionally taxing periods. As an SRA-regulated firm, we uphold the highest standards of legal practice, ensuring ethical representation and compliance with professional regulations.
Services
Criminal Defence
Fraud Cases
Confiscation Proceedings
Regulatory Offences
Violent Crime
Sexual Offences
Road Traffic Offences
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in criminal defence
- Recognised by Chambers UK and Legal 500 for excellence
- Offer 24/7 emergency legal support at police stations
- Specialise in complex financial and corporate investigations
- Provide home visits and flexible appointment scheduling
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Honest advice
Best possible outcome
Impeccable professional service
Quick to respond
Brought claim to successful conclusion
Services
Criminal Defence
Specialist criminal defence services covering police station attendances, Magistrates' Court hearings, and Crown Court trials. We provide strategic legal advice to protect clients' rights and reputations. Our team handles complex cases involving serious criminal allegations, ensuring robust defence strategies tailored to individual circumstances.
Fraud Cases
Expert representation in complex financial and corporate investigations. We defend clients facing allegations of fraud, money laundering, and regulatory breaches. Our approach combines legal expertise with technical understanding of financial systems to achieve optimal outcomes through negotiation or trial.
Violent Crime
Defence services for clients accused of violent crimes including assault, grievous bodily harm, and homicide. We handle multi-handed trials and serious violence cases with sensitivity and legal precision. Our team works to challenge evidence and protect clients' interests in high-stakes proceedings.
Confiscation Proceedings
Specialist advice in Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) cases and confiscation hearings. We represent clients facing asset seizure following criminal convictions. Our team challenges unrealistic benefit calculations and ensures proportionate outcomes in financial penalty proceedings.
Regulatory Offences
Legal defence for regulatory breaches including health and safety violations and professional misconduct. We advise businesses and individuals facing regulatory investigations. Our approach focuses on minimising penalties and protecting professional reputations through proactive compliance strategies.
People
Gerard Maye
Founder & Lead Solicitor
Recognised criminal defence specialist with 25+ years' experience. Chambers UK and Legal 500 listed lawyer. Handles complex cases from police stations to Court of Appeal. Known for accessible service and successful outcomes in high-pressure situations.
Questions
What areas of law does Gerard Maye Legal specialise in?
We specialise in criminal defence, including fraud, violent crime, regulatory offences, confiscation proceedings, and sexual offences. Our expertise covers police station representation through to Crown Court trials.
Do you handle cases outside London?
Yes, we represent clients across Sussex, the South East, and nationwide. Our Brighton office provides local support, with flexible appointments available across our locations.
What makes Gerard Maye Legal different from other firms?
Our founder's recognition in Chambers UK and Legal 500, combined with 25+ years' experience, ensures expert representation. We focus on early intervention to avoid unnecessary litigation and provide accessible, transparent legal advice.
Can I get home visits or flexible appointments?
Yes, we offer home visits when necessary and provide flexible appointment scheduling outside standard office hours to accommodate clients' needs.
How does the firm handle complex financial crime cases?
Our team combines legal expertise with technical understanding of financial systems to defend complex fraud and corporate investigations, ensuring robust representation through negotiation or trial.
Reviews (1)
Westpier
May 13, 2017
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Awful experience - I was on legal aid and also guilty so they did the barest minimum. My 'solicitor' did almost no prep, nothing for 'mitigating circumstances'. Despite zero experience I actually had to prepare a defence myself. Complaint to them got me nowhere and no other firm would take me on half way through as no money in it. Soul destroying.
