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16 Years
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Expert Criminal Defence Solicitors in Leicester
Established in 2010, Defence Law has grown to become a prominent and well-respected legal practice in the UK, specialising in criminal defence and motoring offences. Our team, led by Director Hinesh Bhayani, combines over two decades of experience with a commitment to challenging evidence and securing favourable outcomes for clients. Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we offer services across police stations, magistrates' courts, crown courts, and the UK Supreme Court, serving clients locally and nationally. Our 24/7 police station service ensures immediate support when clients need it most, while our expertise extends to landmark cases that have influenced UK law. We provide both private and publicly funded services, tailored to individual circumstances through rigorous means and merit assessments.Our team includes qualified professionals such as Higher Court Advocates and duty solicitors, ensuring comprehensive legal representation. With offices in Leicester city centre, we prioritise accessibility and client convenience, offering free initial consultations and maintaining transparent pricing policies. Our track record includes successful defences in complex cases involving assault, drug offences, sexual offences, and serious motoring violations. We maintain strict compliance with professional standards while delivering personalised support that addresses each client's unique situation. Our reputation for excellence is reflected in numerous client testimonials praising our professionalism, responsiveness, and courtroom effectiveness.
Services
Criminal Defence
Motoring Offences
Police Station Representation
Crown Court Cases
Legal Aid Services
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of combined experience in criminal defence law
- Our team includes Higher Court Advocates and duty solicitors
- We operate under Solicitors Regulation Authority compliance standards
- We provide free police station representation 24/7
- Our landmark cases have influenced UK joint enterprise law
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Fantastic advice and support
Top solicitor
Highly recommend
Efficient solicitor's team
Top draw services
Services
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence service provides expert legal support for individuals facing criminal charges. We specialise in handling cases from initial police interviews through to court proceedings, with particular expertise in assault, drug offences, and sexual crime defence. Our solicitors combine extensive courtroom experience with strategic evidence analysis to achieve optimal outcomes. Clients benefit from immediate 24/7 availability and representation by accredited legal professionals.
Motoring Offences
We offer comprehensive legal support for motoring offence cases including drink driving, dangerous driving, and licence disqualification matters. Our specialist team handles both routine and complex traffic violations, with particular focus on exceptional hardship applications and special reasons arguments. With proven success in mitigating penalties and preserving driving privileges, we provide strategic defence tailored to each client's circumstances.
Police Station Representation
Our 24/7 police station service ensures immediate legal representation during police interviews. Accredited solicitors attend stations nationwide to protect clients' rights during critical early stages of investigation. This service includes free emergency attendance and strategic advice to prevent self-incrimination, with particular expertise in handling serious criminal allegations at the investigative phase.
Crown Court Cases
We represent clients in complex Crown Court proceedings for serious criminal charges including murder, grievous bodily harm, and major drug offences. Our experienced advocates prepare comprehensive defence strategies through detailed evidence analysis and expert witness coordination. With Higher Court Advocates on our team, we ensure robust representation in extended trials and sentencing hearings.
Legal Aid Services
We provide legally aided representation subject to eligibility assessments through the Legal Aid Agency. Our team guides clients through the application process for criminal defence matters, ensuring access to quality legal support regardless of financial circumstances. This service includes full case management from initial application through to court proceedings.
People
Hinesh Bhayani
Director/Solicitor
Qualified solicitor with over 20 years' experience in criminal law, Higher Court Advocate, and duty solicitor scheme member. Specialises in complex criminal defence and motoring offences.
Pooja Kaur
Paralegal
Experienced paralegal supporting criminal defence cases since 2015, with legal practice qualifications and expertise in case preparation and client support.
Questions
What areas of law does Defence Law specialise in?
We specialise in criminal defence and motoring offences, handling cases from police station interviews to Supreme Court appeals.
Do you offer 24/7 legal representation?
Yes, we provide 24-hour police station coverage and emergency legal support 365 days a year.
Can you handle complex criminal cases?
Our team regularly represents clients in serious criminal matters including murder, sexual offences, and drug trafficking cases.
Are your services available nationwide?
While based in Leicester, we represent clients across the UK in both local and crown courts.
Do you accept legal aid cases?
We offer both private and legally aided services subject to eligibility assessments through the Legal Aid Agency.
How quickly can I get legal advice?
Our emergency helpline connects you to a solicitor within minutes for urgent legal matters.
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