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Criminal Lawyers

Setfords is able to offer comprehensive legal advice to those facing allegations of a criminal nature, no matter how straightforward or complex the case is. 

We understand that allegations of this nature can have a substantial and lasting impact on your professional and personal life. The investigation stage is a vital part of the process, and we will work with you proactively to ensure that you get the best advice at the earliest possible point. 

Learn more about how our criminal solicitors can help you below.

Criminal Law Areas of Specialism

How exactly can our criminal law solicitors help you? View our main specialisms below. 

  • Business and financial crime

    Business and financial crime

    Investigations of business and financial crime are on the rise, and we can offer advice to individuals on both sides. Business and financial crime assistance cases and trials we can help with include:

    • Corporate crime
    • Fraud
    • Insider dealing
    • Money laundering
    • Corporate manslaughter
    • Health and safety law
    • Tax investigations
    • Cyber crime
    • Bribery
  • Serious offences

    Serious offences

    Setfords works with barristers across the country to find the right level of support for defendants facing criminal trials. 

    We know that every case is different, which is why we go through all the details with a fine-tooth comb to ensure you are getting the best representation possible. We offer advice on crimes including:

    • Drug offences
    • Theft and robbery
    • Road traffic offences
    • Assault
    • Kidnap
    • Murder
  • Custody abroad

    Custody abroad

    We have been called upon to assist clients in custody abroad by guiding them through proceedings and locating a suitably experienced lawyer in that jurisdiction. Among the countries we’ve worked in include:

    • Spain and the Balearics
    • The Netherlands
    • France
    • Belgium
    • Monaco
    • USA
  • Police interviews/investigations under caution

    Police interviews/investigations under caution

    In the current criminal justice system, the investigation stage is taking longer than any court process. This allows more opportunity for the defence to prepare their case and be in a position to make detailed and forceful representations as to why the matter should not proceed past the investigation stage. 

    It is therefore vital to rely on a criminal justice lawyer at this point, which is where Setfords can help. This is even more important when you consider what is said at this stage can all too often, — without the correct advice — end up forming the basis of a case against a defendant and be heavily relied upon before a jury. 

  • Fraud

    Fraud

    Setfords’ expert criminal solicitors can help:

    • Defend you against fraud proceedings
    • Safeguard your assets from seizure, restraint or confiscation
    • Mount a defence against the prosecution
    • Offer legal advice on how to protect your reputation as a result of an investigation or prosecution

    We’ll also help deal with investigators and the government agencies that oversee such investigations. 

  • Restraint Orders

    Restraint Orders

    Individuals are typically given restraint orders if they are being investigated for offences like fraud, money laundering, or drug crimes. If this happens to you, your assets will be frozen to prevent you from selling, transferring, or otherwise disposing of them. However, you may even be given a restraint order if a member of your family or business associate is being investigated. 

    Setfords understands how difficult such a situation can be, and offers specialist legal advice to help you challenge a restraint order. We are also on hand to advise you on other legal options if challenging is unfeasible.

Business and financial crime

Investigations of business and financial crime are on the rise, and we can offer advice to individuals on both sides. Business and financial crime assistance cases and trials we can help with include:

  • Corporate crime
  • Fraud
  • Insider dealing
  • Money laundering
  • Corporate manslaughter
  • Health and safety law
  • Tax investigations
  • Cyber crime
  • Bribery

Serious offences

Setfords works with barristers across the country to find the right level of support for defendants facing criminal trials. 

We know that every case is different, which is why we go through all the details with a fine-tooth comb to ensure you are getting the best representation possible. We offer advice on crimes including:

  • Drug offences
  • Theft and robbery
  • Road traffic offences
  • Assault
  • Kidnap
  • Murder

Custody abroad

We have been called upon to assist clients in custody abroad by guiding them through proceedings and locating a suitably experienced lawyer in that jurisdiction. Among the countries we’ve worked in include:

  • Spain and the Balearics
  • The Netherlands
  • France
  • Belgium
  • Monaco
  • USA

Police interviews/investigations under caution

In the current criminal justice system, the investigation stage is taking longer than any court process. This allows more opportunity for the defence to prepare their case and be in a position to make detailed and forceful representations as to why the matter should not proceed past the investigation stage. 

It is therefore vital to rely on a criminal justice lawyer at this point, which is where Setfords can help. This is even more important when you consider what is said at this stage can all too often, — without the correct advice — end up forming the basis of a case against a defendant and be heavily relied upon before a jury. 

Fraud

Setfords’ expert criminal solicitors can help:

  • Defend you against fraud proceedings
  • Safeguard your assets from seizure, restraint or confiscation
  • Mount a defence against the prosecution
  • Offer legal advice on how to protect your reputation as a result of an investigation or prosecution

We’ll also help deal with investigators and the government agencies that oversee such investigations. 

Restraint Orders

Individuals are typically given restraint orders if they are being investigated for offences like fraud, money laundering, or drug crimes. If this happens to you, your assets will be frozen to prevent you from selling, transferring, or otherwise disposing of them. However, you may even be given a restraint order if a member of your family or business associate is being investigated. 

Setfords understands how difficult such a situation can be, and offers specialist legal advice to help you challenge a restraint order. We are also on hand to advise you on other legal options if challenging is unfeasible.

Setfords’ Approach to Criminal Law

Our criminal justice lawyers are all specialists in all areas of criminal law, and will listen, think, and give you the best possible counsel. 

Because our solicitors are experts in their field, you’ll never receive advice from an inexperienced junior. Add in the fact that our unique support structure means our clients always come first, and never internal billing targets or office administration, and you’ll always get a first rate service, no matter what.

Criminal Lawyers

Criminal Law FAQs

  • What does a criminal lawyer do?

    A criminal lawyer represents defendants throughout all stages of criminal proceedings, from police interviews to in court. They will also work with the police to investigate the case, question witnesses, and gather evidence. 

  • What should you look for in a criminal defence lawyer?

    Among the main things to look for in a criminal defence lawyer include:

    • Qualifications 
    • Experience
    • Recommended by others
    • Up front about fees
    • Being well-connected
    • Strong communication and negotiation skills

    Setfords’ lawyers meet all of the above criteria, and more.

  • What is the average retainer fee for a criminal lawyer?

    How much a criminal lawyer costs depends on aspects like their level of experience, the type of crime involved and the complexity of the case. Here at Setfords, we have a transparent pricing structure, which you can learn more about by clicking here.

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