Criminal Law

Goldstones’ specialist, experienced team can deal with a wide range of criminal matters and advise with all types of criminal offences, including serious crime.

Our criminal department is made up of two directors, Mark Davies and Lee Davies, together with solicitors John Allchurch, Anthony O’Connell, Leila Carballo-Williams, Michelle Thomas and Sophie Jones. We also have trainee solicitors and police station representatives available to assist clients.

Our diverse team brings extensive knowledge and expertise, enabling us to assist clients at every stage – from the Police Station and Magistrates’ Court to the more serious matters before the Crown Court. We are dedicated to providing a professional service focused on exceptional client care.

We are here to help you with all types of criminal offences, including:

  • Murder;
  • Sexual offences;
  • Drug and drug-related offences;
  • Burglary, theft and shoplifting;
  • Serious fraud;
  • Driving and road traffic offences;
  • Drug-related offences;
  • Criminal damage;
  • Assault, grievous bodily harm and actual bodily harm;
  • Public order offences, violent disorder, affray.

24-hour contact number

We offer a 24-hour contact number and we have a representative on call every day of the year. Representation at the police station is very important and we can be contacted immediately, if help is needed, at any time, day or night.

Free Legal Advice

Free legal advice is available not only in the police station but also in the magistrates’ court, Crown Court, and Court of Appeal.

Mark Davies, Lee Davies, John Allchurch, Anthony O’Connell, Leila Carballo-Williams and Sophie Jones are also qualified to appear in the Crown Court.

Lee Davies

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