Business Details
19 Years
experience
Expert Road Traffic Lawyers in Scotland
The Road Traffic Lawyer is a team of highly specialised road traffic lawyers representing clients charged with motoring offences across Scotland. Established in 2007, we focus exclusively on defending road traffic prosecutions with an outstanding track record in cases ranging from dangerous driving to exceptional hardship claims. Our team includes former Procurator Fiscal Depute Ronnie Simpson, whose insider knowledge of Crown procedures provides a strategic advantage.We operate from offices in Glasgow, Dumfries, Inverness, and Edinburgh, serving clients nationwide. Our expertise extends to training Justices of the Peace and consulting on The Stair Memorial Encyclopaedia, the definitive text for Scottish road traffic law. We offer free initial consultations and fixed-fee payment plans, with many cases resolved over the telephone without court appearances.
Services
Dangerous Driving Defense
Speeding Charges
Drink Driving Cases
Exceptional Hardship Claims
Careless Driving
Driving Without Insurance
Failing To Stop
Traffic Signs Disputes
New Drivers' Offences
Totting Up Points
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We specialise exclusively in Scottish road traffic law since 2007
- Our team includes a former Procurator Fiscal Depute with insider knowledge
- We train Justices of the Peace on Scottish driving law interpretation
- Offices in Glasgow, Dumfries, Inverness, and Edinburgh for nationwide coverage
- Free initial consultations with no legal aid required
What people say
Outstanding track record
Professional and courteous
Successful outcomes
Highly recommended
Expert legal assistance
Services
Dangerous Driving Defense
Our specialist solicitors defend dangerous driving charges using technical expertise and courtroom experience. We challenge evidence credibility and present mitigation strategies to avoid disqualifications. Clients benefit from our proven track record in complex cases involving serious injury or high-speed incidents.
Exceptional Hardship Claims
We prepare compelling exceptional hardship arguments for drivers facing 12+ penalty points. Our approach combines legal precedent analysis with personal circumstance presentation to persuade courts against disqualification. Success rates reflect our deep understanding of judicial discretion in Scottish courts.
Drink Driving Cases
Defending drink and drug driving charges requires technical knowledge of testing procedures and legal thresholds. We challenge evidential breath tests, blood sample handling, and procedural compliance to secure dismissals or reduced penalties for our clients across Scotland.
Speeding Charges
Our team contests speeding allegations using technical challenges to speed detection equipment and procedural errors. With offices near major enforcement zones like M74, we specialise in defending camera-based prosecutions and mobile enforcement cases throughout Scotland.
Careless Driving
We defend careless driving charges by analysing accident reconstruction reports and witness evidence. Our solicitors challenge prosecution claims of unreasonable driving standards while protecting clients' livelihoods that depend on driving privileges.
People
Michael Lyon
Founder & Lead Solicitor
Specialising in road traffic law since 2007, Michael has defended thousands of motoring cases. He trains Justices of the Peace and consults on The Stair Memorial Encyclopaedia, Scotland's definitive legal text for traffic law.
Ronnie Simpson
Senior Solicitor
Former Procurator Fiscal Depute with insider knowledge of Crown prosecution strategies. Joined in 2014, Ronnie has secured numerous acquittals in complex road traffic cases across Scottish courts.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We exclusively handle road traffic offences in Scotland, including dangerous driving, speeding, drink driving, and exceptional hardship claims.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free case evaluations to assess your defence prospects before any commitment.
Can you handle cases outside Glasgow?
We operate nationwide across Scotland with offices in Edinburgh, Inverness, and Dumfries, defending cases in all jurisdictions.
What payment options are available?
We offer fixed-fee arrangements and payment plans. Many cases qualify for legal expenses cover through insurance policies.
How experienced is your team?
Our solicitors have over 15 years' combined experience defending motoring offences, including training Justices of the Peace on Scottish driving law.
Reviews (6)
Chris Brown
Jan 21, 2022
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I was facing a dangerous driving charge and wasnt sure where to turn as my licence is my livelihood. I contacted the road traffic lawyer and explained my case and was given straight forward answers from the beginning of prices etc and what would happen along the way. They managed to keep my licence having this reduced to careless and I received points and a fine which was a massive result in my opinion rather than facing a ban. Contact these heroes if you're in need of help as Ronnie was a saviour for me. Thanks ever so much guys and keep up the greats efforts.
Danny Eckersley
Sep 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Spoke to Michael Lyon over a a court appearance, & he basically said Id be wasting money , on this occasion. Fantastic advice !
Spoke to Michael Lyon over a a court appearance, & he basically said Id be wasting money , on this occasion. Fantastic advice !
Camille Allcroft
Jun 30, 2021
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Michael Lyon and his team are very professional and helpful. They were a pleasure to deal with from start to finish and they were in regular communication with me during my dealings with them. I could not have been happier with the results which they achieved and I would highly recommend them to anybody in need of a competent and friendly solicitor for Road Traffic matters.
Curtis Tudhope
Apr 30, 2021
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I contacted Michael Lyon solicitors when I had been detected at high speed whilst driving home. After reading the reviews I was content that Michael and his team were the ones to represent me. All throughout the process Michael and Ronnie put my mind at ease with their professionalism. In the end Michael got my charge reduced to careless driving with penalty points and a fine whereas before I was due a minimum 12 month disqualification. I would highly recommend Michael Lyon solicitors to anyone in the same position as I was.
Ryan T.
Dec 10, 2020
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I first contacted the Road Traffic Lawyers via email to discuss two charges against me, driving solo with a provisional licence, insurance being void because of this. None of which happened, no keys, was merely sitting in the drivers seat of my parked car, hadnt actually driven that day, with one witness stating they had seen me drive the vehicle. Confusing situation, sought some free legal advise for some clarity and was contacted by Ronnie Simpson, we spoke on the phone and he explained his thoughts on the matter. We were on the same page, so I agreed to have Ronnie represent me. Court dates
Michael Simpson
Jun 29, 2020
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Decided to go with Michael Lyons based on the reviews people had previously left. I was not disappointed, in fact, over the moon with the way in which this form dealt with my case. Because of these I have been able to keep my licence. From start to finish they were always happy to answer any questions and responded to emails and messages very quickly. I hope I never have to use a solicitor again but if I do it would definitely be this firm... absolute class and recommend to anyone thinking about using them
