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Your Trusted Criminal Defence Solicitors in Bradford
Harris Solicitors, established in 2008, has built a reputation as a leading criminal defence firm in Bradford, West Yorkshire. Our expertise spans complex criminal cases, including fraud, conspiracy, POCA, and serious offences, with a proven track record of successful outcomes for clients facing prosecution by major authorities. Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and authorised for Very High Cost Cases, we combine over 15 years of experience with a client-centric approach, offering 24/7 representation and strategic legal defence.Our teams dedication to meticulous case preparation, evidence analysis, and client advocacy ensures robust protection of rights and interests. With recognition as Bradfords top-rated criminal defence solicitors and a history of acquittals in high-profile cases, we prioritise transparency, integrity, and tailored support for individuals and businesses navigating criminal allegations.
Services
Conspiracy Offences
Fraud & Complex Crime
Drugs Offences
Sexual Offences
POCA Proceedings
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Proven track record in defending complex criminal cases
- 24/7 representation for urgent legal matters
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
- Authorised for Very High Cost Cases (VHCC)
- Client-focused approach with tailored legal strategies
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
- Very High Cost Cases (VHCC)
What people say
Top Three Criminal Defence Solicitors
5 stars on Google
Excellent work
Trusted advice
Genuine client satisfaction
Services
Conspiracy Offences
Harris Solicitors provides specialist defence for conspiracy charges, including fraud, drugs, and serious crimes. Our team challenges prosecution evidence, identifies weaknesses in agreements, and protects client rights throughout investigations and trials. With expertise in circumstantial evidence analysis and strategic legal arguments, we secure dismissals, reduced sentences, and acquittals for clients facing life-altering allegations.
Fraud & Complex Crime
We defend clients against complex fraud allegations, including VAT, insurance, and mortgage fraud. Our solicitors scrutinise evidence, challenge asset confiscation, and negotiate plea bargains to minimise penalties. With experience in multi-million-pound cases and POCA proceedings, we ensure transparent communication and tailored strategies to protect reputations and financial interests for individuals and businesses.
Drugs Offences
Harris Solicitors defends against drug supply, possession, and trafficking charges, including county lines and Class A drug conspiracies. We challenge mobile phone evidence, forensic data, and witness testimonies to weaken prosecution cases. Our team secures acquittals, reduced charges, and lenient sentencing through meticulous case preparation and expert legal advocacy in police station and court proceedings.
POCA Proceedings
We specialise in POCA cases involving restraint orders, asset recovery, and confiscation. Our solicitors challenge unjustified asset freezes, negotiate reduced financial penalties, and represent clients in court to protect legitimate assets. With expertise in complex financial investigations, we ensure proportionality in confiscation orders and safeguard client interests during and after criminal proceedings.
24/7 Legal Representation
Harris Solicitors offers round-the-clock legal support for urgent criminal matters, including police station attendances and out-of-hours court hearings. Our duty solicitors provide immediate advice, representation, and strategic defence to protect client rights from the first point of contact with authorities, ensuring continuity of service and rapid response to critical legal needs.
Questions
What areas of law does Harris Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in criminal defence, including fraud, conspiracy, drugs offences, POCA proceedings, and serious crimes like homicide and terrorism.
Can you handle cases outside Bradford?
Yes, we represent clients nationwide, including Leeds, Huddersfield, London, and Scotland, with remote and in-person support available.
Are your services available outside office hours?
Yes, we provide 24/7 legal representation for police station call-outs, emergency hearings, and urgent case advice.
How do you challenge confiscation orders?
We scrutinise evidence, identify procedural flaws, and negotiate reduced financial penalties to protect legitimate assets under POCA proceedings.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and authorised for Very High Cost Cases (VHCC).
Reviews (7)
Chelsea Tingle
Sep 16, 2021
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Went in to speak about a matter that I found myself in and spoken to tariq he gave some brilliant advice, had my interview with sharan (senior solicitor) present she was amazing very professional gave excellent advice and with the help of her and harris solicitors I got the outcome that was better then a conviction.
very affordable price. So I would highly recommend this firm and I will be forever grateful for all their help & hard work.
very affordable price. So I would highly recommend this firm and I will be forever grateful for all their help & hard work.
Mathew Ramage
Jun 14, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
This company work above and beyond their duty, their understanding of cases and clients is second to none. Would highly recommend them to anyone seeking a professional service.
This company work above and beyond their duty, their understanding of cases and clients is second to none. Would highly recommend them to anyone seeking a professional service.
Rukiya Khan
May 30, 2021
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Hands down the best solicitors I have come across! They have always gone out of they way to provide my husband with the best service! Would recommend to everyone to use you will not be disappointed.
Hands down the best solicitors I have come across! They have always gone out of they way to provide my husband with the best service! Would recommend to everyone to use you will not be disappointed.
Kaycee Dyer
May 15, 2021
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Id love to say a big thank you to Atta and the rest of the establishment. I was facing very serious charges & a very long time in jail but I was able to get off on a suspended sentence thanks to Mr.John Lucas (my barrister). Thank you so much guys it means the world Highly recommended!!
Id love to say a big thank you to Atta and the rest of the establishment. I was facing very serious charges & a very long time in jail but I was able to get off on a suspended sentence thanks to Mr.John Lucas (my barrister). Thank you so much guys it means the world Highly recommended!!
Jason Cox
Aug 10, 2020
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Cannot recommend Sharan highly enough. From our initial contact she has been amazing, extremely professional and straight to the point. She has put me at ease at every turn of my case. Extremely grateful for her time and efforts. Thank you Sharan.
Darren Burke
Aug 20, 2019
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A professional and accessible service , a great team dedicated to your needs, using patience, skill, knowledge and empathy to provide innovative solutions, they made me feel confident from the start and proved that it was founded by smashing the opponents out of the water. I would 100% recommend them. Thanks again guys.
Papa G.
Jul 17, 2019
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Was up for a public order offence with a pick axe handle at my ex wife's house and Sharon and the team where amazing it was looking very bleak near the end and I was expecting costodial but ended up with a fine a six week tag and probation thanks guys hope I never need you again but if I have to I fully recommend. You are all on top and really understanding thanks
