This is why having experienced magistrates court solicitors from the very beginning is essential when you face criminal charges.
At Wilkstone Law, our criminal defence solicitors provide expert magistrates court representation and trusted legal representation across all stages of the criminal justice system. We are an experienced criminal defence team delivering strategic advice in all types of criminal cases.
Most criminal cases begin in the magistrates court, where defendants first attend court and hear the allegations against them.
Our magistrates court solicitors regularly represent:
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We also provide advice in more serious matters, including allegations such as robbery, manslaughter, and in rare cases references linked to murder or rape, where cases may ultimately proceed to the crown court.
Our experienced magistrates court solicitors provide full magistrates court representation, including:
We ensure clients understand every step of their criminal case, including how evidence is dealt with and how decisions are decide by the court.
Early stage involvement from expert magistrates court solicitors can significantly improve the best possible outcome.
We assist clients at the early stage, including:
Strong early representation can influence whether a case proceeds, is reduced, or is discontinued.
We provide clear and transparent legal representation options.
While we do not offer legal aid, which is means tested, we act on a private funding basis, ensuring dedicated representation from experienced solicitors without delays or restrictions.
Clients benefit from:
The court process within the criminal justice system can be complex and intimidating.
Our magistrates court solicitors guide clients through:
We ensure every defendant fully understands their case, the evidence, and possible outcomes.
Our team has deep expertise across criminal law, handling a broad range of matters including:
We represent clients who are accused of offences in a wide variety of circumstances, ensuring every allegation is fully examined based on the evidence and circumstances.
Where cases proceed to trial, our criminal defence solicitors provide robust advocacy, including:
We ensure clients are fully prepared for how evidence is heard and how decisions are made.
Clients choose Wilkstone Law because our magistrates court solicitors provide:
We combine practical courtroom experience with strong legal strategy to protect your position at every stage.
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If you have been arrested, you should not answer police questions until you have received expert legal advice from criminal defence solicitors.
You should only confirm your name and basic personal details before requesting legal representation. You are entitled to free legal advice whilst in police custody, and early representation at the police station can significantly affect the outcome of a criminal investigation.
Wilkstone Law provide immediate police station representation and expert legal advice for clients accused of criminal offences throughout Cardiff and across England and Wales.
If you have been released on police bail or released under investigation, it is important to seek expert legal advice as soon as possible.
Our criminal defence solicitors can review the evidence, advise you in relation to the investigation and consider whether pre-charge engagement with the police may be appropriate. In some criminal cases, early representations can result in allegations being dropped or no further action being taken.
We can also advise upon:
Early strategic advice can strengthen your defence and improve the outcome of your case.
Wilkstone Law can provide independent expert legal advice and a second opinion regarding your criminal defence matter.
Our solicitors can obtain the police disclosure and paperwork from the Duty Solicitor, review the evidence and advise whether the legal advice previously provided was appropriate in the circumstances.
We regularly assist clients who require ongoing representation following release from police custody and can take over conduct of the case where appropriate.
Call us as soon as possible – we will agree a fixed fee consultation to discuss and advise upon your case. At this meeting, we will advise you upon what happens next and will apply for copies of the police statements and evidence before your first court appearance.
We will carefully consider the evidence and advise you upon the strength of the police evidence and upon any defence that you may have to the charges you face. There may be urgent steps that we advise you to take to strengthen your defence before you appear in court.
The first appearance in any court case is at the Magistrates Court – we can appear in court on your behalf to represent you.
If you have been charged with a criminal offence and required to attend court, you should seek legal advice immediately.
Our criminal defence solicitors in Cardiff can advise you upon:
The first hearing in a criminal case will usually take place before the Magistrates’ Court. Early preparation and expert representation can make a significant difference to the progression and outcome of proceedings.
Yes. The first call to Wilkstone Law is free.
During the initial call, we can provide general guidance regarding next steps and arrange a fixed fee consultation to discuss your case in greater detail. However, we cannot provide case-specific legal advice until formally instructed.
Consultations can usually be arranged at short notice either in person, by telephone, or via video conference.
Our fixed fee consultations start from £500 plus VAT.
Following the initial consultation, we are often able to provide a fixed fee quotation for representation throughout the lifetime of your criminal case.
Legal fees will depend upon several factors including:
Wilkstone Law also advise clients in relation to legal aid and Legal Aid Agency funding where available.
Wilkstone Law are accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Our Managing Director, Jon Wilkins, is recognised as a Grade A Solicitor by the Legal Aid Agency and is a recommended lawyer in The Legal 500.
Our criminal defence solicitors are highly regarded for providing expert legal advice and representation in serious and complex criminal cases.