We have decades of experience in working directly with Barristers to prepare fraud cases for Crown Court Trial – our specialist experience in defending serious allegations of fraud across England and Wales means we have cohort of the most experienced fraud Barristers and fraud KCs on speed dial.
In the years of defending clients falsely accused of serious fraud, we have hand picked the best fraud Barristers and the best fraud KCs. In most cases, fraud Barristers can only be instructed and approached through a Solicitor. Wilkstone Law are often recommended by fraud Barristers and Barristers Chambers as the ‘go-to’ and best in class fraud solicitors – our reputation in defending clients accused of any fraud offence under The Fraud Act 2006 precedes us.
In defending serious fraud allegations in the Crown Court, we will consider instructing a King’s Counsel (KC) who specialises in fraud – KCs are the most senior and often the most experienced type of Barrister that defend fraud cases. Our expert fraud lawyers at Wilkstone Law will assess your case, consider the fraud allegations that you face and advise you on the best fraud barrister to defend your fraud case.
Fraud Barristers work in the Crown Court with our expert fraud solicitors – together we form a formidable defence to allegations of fraud brought by any prosecution agency. We will work closely with the best fraud KCs and best fraud Barristers to strategically defend you against serious allegations of fraud or financial crime.
Wilkstone Law only work with the best fraud Barristers and the best fraud Kings Counsel (KCs) to defend serious fraud or financial crime allegations brought against you.
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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.