Criminal Defence Solicitors in Manchester

Our award-winning solicitors in Manchester are recognised as one of the country’s top-ranked criminal defence teams.

We provide straightforward advice, robust representation and personal support on a range of matters, helping you to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.

Our expertise extends to all areas of criminal law, as well as business defence, regulatory advice, prison law and mental health.

With our team by your side, you can be confident that you are receiving the highest standard of defence.

Our legal services in Manchester

Criminal defence

Instructing expert criminal defence if you find yourself accused of a crime is essential. Our team will step in to provide immediate support, carefully preparing the strongest possible defence case to ensure that your rights are upheld, and the best possible outcome is reached.

Our criminal defence solicitors in Manchester can support you on a range of criminal law matters, acting for you at the police station, as well as any court proceedings that may follow.

The team’s expertise extends, but is not limited, to conspiracy offences and serious drug offences.

Sexual offences and indecent images

Sexual and indecent image offences can lead to serious penalties. When handling these cases, our specialist sexual offence solicitors in Manchester will be able to step in to provide a tailored service and robust representation.

We are one of the country’s leading firms representing individuals accused of sexual offences, which means we are well positioned to advise on various matters, including indecent images, grooming, historic sexual offences and rape.

Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) and confiscation

Proceedings of Crime Act (POCA) and confiscation matters are often extremely complex, which highlights the important of having a specialist on side.

Our Manchester Proceeds of Crime Act solicitors have substantial experience in advising on various confiscation matters, including cash seizure and forfeiture proceedings, account freezing orders, restraint orders and civil enforcement.

Business defence

Your business could be put at serious risk if you fail to efficiently respond to any regulatory or criminal investigations that take place. Regardless of the wider circumstances, it is vital that you understand what options are available and the steps that need to be taken.

When instructed, our business defence solicitors in Manchester will be available to provide immediate support and ensure that your interests are upheld.

Fraud defence

Prosecuting authorities have extensive powers to bring forward charges under the Fraud Act 2006. In some cases, this could result in lengthy terms of imprisonment being handed out to anyone who is found guilty of fraud.

Our fraud defence solicitors in Manchester can support you through every stage of an ongoing fraud case.

Prison law advice

Being subject to terms of imprisonment can be an extremely distressing prospect. It is important to understand the intricacies of the prison system and what rights you have as a prisoner.

Our prison law solicitors in Manchester frequently work with both prisoners and their families, assisting with various matters such as Parole Board reviews, prison transfers, prisoner welfare complaints and re-categorisation.

Local resources

Manchester Magistrates’ Court

Manchester Magistrates’ Court hears a range of criminal law cases.

Manchester Crown Court (Crown Square)

Manchester Crown Court hears a range of cases, including cases which are passed on from the Magistrates’ Court.

Directions to our Manchester office

Our Manchester office is based in the centre of the city, making it easily accessible by car, bus and train.

Getting to us by car

There is limited on street parking at our Manchester office, but local car parks are within walking distance, including King Street West Car Park and JustPark Peter Street.

Getting to us by bus

St James Square (Stop CP) is located next to our Manchester office. It is served by the numbers 34, 34A, 35, 36, 37, 38, 50, V1, V2, V4.

Getting to us by train

We are within walking distance of various train stations, including St Peter’s Square, Market Street and Exchange Square.

Office accessibility

We are committed to making sure that our services are accessible for all of our clients. Should you have any specific accessibility needs when visiting our Manchester office, please get in touch so we can make suitable arrangements.

Speak to our criminal defence solicitors in Manchester today

If you need expert advice and representation for criminal charges, business defence, regulatory matters or any of other specialist practice areas, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Visits to our Manchester office are taken by appointment only.

Telephone: 0333 009 8180 (National rates)

Mobile: 07850 899999 (Out of hours)

Email: enquiries@abrsolicitors.com