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Youth allegations: the importance of specialist defence representation

Cases involving young people accused of serious offences are among the most complex and sensitive in criminal law. They often require not only a careful legal approach but also a deep understanding of child development, social influences and the modern environment.

Michael Devlin
Crime
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Successful defence of drink driving charge

An overview of a recent case where our criminal defence lawyers successfully supported a client through court proceedings, securing a rehabilitation-focused outcome that prioritised treatment and long-term support.

Michael Devlin
Crime

Successful defence for aggravated assault for client presenting with potential dementia

An overview of a complex criminal case where our defence team supported a vulnerable client experiencing significant mental health difficulties, securing a treatment-focused outcome through careful preparation, expert evidence and specialist legal representation.

Michael Devlin
Crime
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Successful defence of death by careless driving

In a recent case study, our criminal defence team successfully represented a client charged with causing death by careless driving following a tragic road traffic incident.

Michael Devlin
Crime
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Successful defence of a youth accused of arson

A recent youth crime case where our criminal defence team provided careful support and representation for a young client, helping secure a positive outcome following detailed review of the available evidence.

Michael Devlin
Crime

Successful defence of distribution of drugs for a victim of organised crime

A complex criminal defence case where our team successfully represented a vulnerable client who had been exploited and coerced by others, securing an outcome that recognised their circumstances and protected them from wrongful prosecution.

Michael Devlin
Crime
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Successful criminal defence in high-profile human trafficking Crown Court trials

In a recent case study, our client was successfully defended from multiple serious allegations of human trafficking and controlling prostitution in a complex and high-profile eight-week Crown Court trial.

Michael Devlin
Crime

Switalskis secures freedom for longest serving miscarriage of justice victim

A landmark Court of Appeal ruling has quashed the conviction of Peter Sullivan - the UK’s longest serving victim of a miscarriage of justice - following a two decade-long campaign led by law firm Switalskis.

Sarah Myatt, Jim Littlehales
Crime, Client Story
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