Business Details
18 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Legal Representation Nationwide
VHS Fletchers was established in 2008 through the merger of two long-standing firms, combining complementary legal specialisms to serve clients across the Midlands and nationwide. Our team of 29 solicitors, including eight solicitor advocates with rights of audience in higher courts, delivers expertise in criminal defence, road traffic offences, prisoners' rights, business and regulatory law, and firearms law.We operate from five offices in Nottingham, Derby, Chesterfield, Mansfield, and Newark, providing 24/7 emergency legal representation and maintaining quality standards through external accreditations. Our approach prioritises tailored legal strategies, cost-effective funding options, and continuous client communication throughout the legal process.
Services
Criminal Defence
Road Traffic Offences
Prisoners' Rights
Regulatory Law
Firearms Law
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 emergency legal representation upon arrest
- Our team includes eight solicitor advocates with higher court rights
- We offer tailored funding options including legal aid and fixed fees
- We maintain external quality standards through Specialist Quality Mark accreditation
- Our firm prosecutes cases nationwide for the Health and Safety Executive
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Outstanding service
Highly recommend
Professional and friendly
Excellent representation
Life-changing support
Services
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence service provides expert legal support for individuals facing criminal charges. We offer 24/7 police station representation and court proceedings in magistrates' and crown courts. Our solicitor advocates combine specialist knowledge with strategic defence planning to achieve optimal outcomes for clients across the Midlands and nationally.
Road Traffic Offences
Specialist motoring law solicitors defend clients in police station interviews and court proceedings for traffic offences. We provide fixed fee arrangements and strategic advice to minimise penalties. Our service covers licence-related matters, penalty points, and disqualification cases throughout England and Wales.
Regulatory Law
We represent professionals facing regulatory investigations from police and industry bodies. Our service includes disciplinary case preparation and HSE prosecution defence. With nationwide contracts for Health and Safety Executive cases, we combine regulatory expertise with courtroom advocacy to protect professional careers.
Prisoners' Rights
This service provides legal support for prisoners and their families regarding rights and appeals. We handle sentence appeals, parole board hearings, and institutional complaints. Our solicitors combine prison law expertise with compassionate client support to address complex legal challenges during incarceration.
Firearms Law
Specialist firearms law solicitors advise on licensing, prosecutions, and regulatory compliance. We handle shotgun licence offences and firearms possession cases. Our service combines technical legal knowledge with courtroom experience to defend clients facing firearms-related charges across the UK.
People
Chloe Wright
Criminal Defence Solicitor
Chloe Wright provides expert criminal defence representation with a focus on client communication and case preparation. Her practice covers police station attendances and court proceedings, consistently achieving positive outcomes for clients in Chesterfield and surrounding areas.
Martin Hadley
Consultant Solicitor
Martin Hadley specialises in professional disciplinary cases, combining legal expertise with compassionate client support. His practice focuses on career protection for professionals facing regulatory challenges, delivering successful outcomes through strategic legal representation.
Tim Haines
Partner
Tim Haines leads professional disciplinary defence cases, providing strategic legal advice and courtroom representation. His practice focuses on regulatory matters, combining legal knowledge with empathetic client support to resolve complex disciplinary proceedings effectively.
David Gittins
Solicitor
David Gittins offers comprehensive legal representation in criminal defence and regulatory matters. His practice includes crown court advocacy and client-focused legal strategy development, maintaining strong client relationships through clear communication and dedicated case management.
Andrew Broome
Consultant Firearms Law Solicitor
Andrew Broome specialises in firearms law, providing expert legal advice on licensing and prosecution defence. His practice combines technical knowledge of weapons regulations with courtroom experience, representing clients in complex firearms-related legal matters nationwide.
Questions
What areas do you cover for legal representation?
We operate from five offices in Nottingham, Derby, Chesterfield, Mansfield, and Newark, providing legal services across the Midlands and nationwide for criminal, regulatory, and firearms law matters.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency legal support?
Yes, we provide 24-hour emergency legal representation upon arrest with dedicated solicitors available for police station attendances at any time through our emergency number 0115 959 9550.
What funding options are available for legal cases?
We offer legal aid assessments, fixed fee arrangements for motoring cases, and private funding options. Our team discusses cost-effective solutions during initial consultations to match client financial circumstances.
Can you handle complex regulatory law cases?
Yes, we represent professionals facing regulatory investigations and have nationwide contracts for Health and Safety Executive prosecutions, combining specialist knowledge with courtroom advocacy experience.
How do you maintain legal service quality?
We maintain quality through external Specialist Quality Mark accreditation and employ eight solicitor advocates with higher court rights, ensuring consistent legal excellence across all case types.
What specialisms do your solicitors have?
Our solicitors specialise in criminal defence, road traffic offences, prisoners' rights, regulatory law, and firearms law, with dedicated experts handling disciplinary cases and HSE prosecutions nationwide.
