Criminal Defence

Criminal defence solicitors
Legally reviewed by: Kevin Waddingham Updated:

When your freedom and reputation is at stake, fast action and experience counts for everything when it comes to defending you against criminal charges. Cartwright King’s criminal defence solicitors are the best in the business and available to fight your corner immediately to help clear your name and keep your reputation intact.

Get in touch immediately if you’re facing criminal charges.

What makes Cartwright King right for you?

You need a law firm that can represent you at any stage at a moment’s notice. That’s exactly what our advocacy services give you! Whether you need representation at a police station, the Crown Court, the Court of Appeal or the Supreme Court, we’ll be there. You won’t get passed off, we’ll push to defend you all the way.

How Cartwright King can help you 

As one of the biggest criminal defence firms in the country, you’ll have access to an arsenal of legal support fighting your corner – no judgement, just determined legal representation that’s focused on you. Whenever and wherever we’re available to defend you 24 hours a day.

We’ve successfully defended thousands of clients who have faced criminal charges. When you need a dogged defence, we’ll be there to represent you.

Get in touch with us today to work with the UK’s best criminal defence solicitors.

Calm, collected criminal defence solicitors

Cartwright King’s criminal defence solicitors are calm and collected even in the most complex of cases. When faced with criminal charges, you need a solicitor that knows what they’re doing, understands the law concerning the charges you’re faced with and how to defend you against those charges.

We’ll launch a legal offence in your defence, facing your case with you head-on. Whenever and wherever you need us, we’re here to represent you! 

Speak to a criminal defence solicitor, now.

Why choose Cartwright King’s Criminal Defence team?

Cartwright King is a high-calibre, criminal defence law firm. 70% of our cases involve defending against criminal charges. Our reputation is built on successfully clearing people accused of criminal activity. We’re trusted, resourceful  and calm under pressure, giving you defence counsel that you can count on. 

Criminal cases require an immediate response and a level-head. The quicker we act, the greater chance we have of getting up to speed with the situation and getting organised. You can count on Cartwright King for swift, incisive legal services to keep your case moving.

Criminal defence legal fees

Cartwright King is a leading provider of Legal Aid  criminal defence services.

As Legal Aid is means tested, we will provide further advice on public funding from the Legal Aid Agency at your initial meeting with us.

In cases where you may not be eligible for Legal Aid, our Criminal Defence Team offers competitively-priced fee levels, with fixed fees and advance notice of charges whenever possible.

To discuss your eligibility for Legal Aid please call us, or email your enquiry.

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What our clients are saying about us

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  • Highly recommend 

    Jonathan always took the time to listen to my questions and concerns, he was always attentive, caring and highly professional. The court process was lengthy, and throughout it all Jonathan ... Read more Highly recommend
    Adyan, (December 2023)
  • Chet Desai is amazing 

    Chet Desai is amazing. Great support and advice. He even attended a meeting with me at very last minute. Highly recommend
    Meera Pala, (November 2023)
  • Great help with the ILR application 

    Sherena Lawrence has provided excellent support throughout my application for Indefinite Leave to Remain. At every step of the process, she explained in detail what needed to be done. Sherena ... Read more Great help with the ILR application
    Ilia, (November 2023)
  • Recommend 

    Sharad came as a recommendation from another solicitor and I am hugely grateful that he was. The advice, support and professionalism was reassuring at time when I was at a ... Read more Recommend
    Andrew Buglass, (November 2023)
  • Absolutely amazing 

    Honestly, amazing experience with our lawyer Sherena Lawrence. Very professional, knows her stuff, kept us updated instantly, kept us feeling prioritised. We had a positive outcome of our case and ... Read more Absolutely amazing
    Salah Salem, Review Solicitors (November 2023)
  • Fantastic, friendly service 

    Was in need of a criminal defence solicitor recently , I contacted Cartwright King via there website and received a call from James within hours , visited the office the ... Read more Fantastic, friendly service
    Carla Auty, (October 2023)
  • Great 

    If you are looking for a family child care firm then I would most definitely recommend Cartwright King. Fiona Bowen was great with communication both via emails and phone calls. ... Read more Great
    JS, (October 2023)
  • Professional but Human! 

    Leanne was a pleasure to deal with despite the nature of my case. Leanne and her team were amazing both in court and out of court. Communication between Leanne and ... Read more Professional but Human!
    Ben, Review Solicitors (October 2023)
  • Best choice 

    Having done my research and reading reviews I decided on Cartwright King. I am so glad I did. The best decision I made. Communication with James started straight away he ... Read more Best choice
    Client, Review Solicitors (September 2023)