Business Details
40 Years
experience
Expert Motoring Offence Legal Defence
Established in 1986, Richard Silver Solicitors specialise in defending motoring and criminal offences with over 30 years of combined expertise. Our team of Higher Courts Advocates and criminal defence specialists deliver tailored legal strategies for driving-related charges, including drink driving, speeding, and regulatory violations. With a national reputation for saving licences and securing acquittals, we combine meticulous case preparation with accessible, transparent advice.Our solicitors are regularly instructed by legal professionals and have appeared in courts across England, Wales, and beyond, earning recognition from senior QCs and industry peers. Client testimonials highlight our empathetic approach, timely communication, and proven success in complex cases.
Services
Drink Driving Offences
Road Traffic Defence
Licence Disqualification Appeals
Criminal Prosecution Representation
Regulatory Offence Defence
Taxi Licence Appeals
Drug Driving Cases
Speeding Allegations
Driving Without Insurance
Exceptional Hardship Arguments
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in motoring law defence
- Our team includes Higher Courts Advocates with national recognition
- We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- We secure licence retention through proven legal strategies
- We are instructed by fellow legal professionals for complex cases
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Brilliant result
Exceptional service
Professional representation
Empathetic support
Successful appeal
Services
Drink Driving Offences
Specialist defence for drink driving charges, including breath test challenges and procedural errors. Our solicitors have secured numerous acquittals and reduced penalties through technical legal arguments. We represent clients at police stations and courts nationwide, focusing on licence retention and minimising convictions. With decades of experience, we understand evidential weaknesses and sentencing guidelines to achieve optimal outcomes.
Road Traffic Defence
Comprehensive legal representation for all traffic offences, from speeding to dangerous driving. We specialise in exceptional hardship arguments and totting-up bans. Our team handles urgent cases requiring immediate court intervention. With Higher Courts Advocates on staff, we manage complex prosecutions in magistrates' and crown courts. Clients benefit from strategic case preparation and proven defence tactics.
Licence Disqualification Appeals
Expert appeals against driving bans and penalty points. We challenge court decisions through formal processes and negotiate with prosecutors to reduce penalties. Our solicitors have successfully overturned numerous disqualifications, focusing on procedural irregularities and mitigating circumstances. We provide urgent representation for clients facing immediate licence loss across England and Wales.
Criminal Prosecution Representation
Defence for criminal charges including regulatory offences and serious allegations. Our solicitors represent clients in magistrates' and crown courts, specialising in complex cases requiring technical legal arguments. We handle police station interviews and court proceedings with emphasis on evidence challenges and sentencing mitigation. Our team includes specialists in sexual offences and fraud cases.
Taxi Licence Appeals
Legal challenges for taxi and private hire licence refusals or revocations. We represent drivers at licensing panels and magistrates' courts, focusing on regulatory compliance and character assessments. Our solicitors have overturned multiple council decisions through detailed legal submissions. We provide strategic advice for licence applications and appeals, ensuring adherence to local authority requirements.
People
Richard Silver
Senior Solicitor
Qualified in 1986 with over 30 years' experience, including 8 years as Senior Crown Prosecutor. Nationally recognised motoring law expert and Higher Courts Advocate. Advises TV/scriptwriters on criminal law and acts for professional athletes and actors. Manchester Law Society committee member with expertise in complex motoring and criminal cases.
Alison Mafham
Criminal Defence Specialist
Qualified in 2003 with specialist expertise in drink and drug driving cases. Higher Courts Advocate handling serious fraud and sexual offences. Featured on BBC legal programmes and secured acquittals in high-profile cases. Experienced in appeal processes and judicial reviews, with a focus on procedural failures by police.
Judith Hawkins
Criminal Defence Specialist
Qualified in 2005 with extensive Crown Court experience in serious offences including murder and rape. Former Senior Partner at Rhys Vaughan solicitors. Accredited Duty Solicitor with mental health expertise. Former professional actor with notable TV credits, bringing courtroom advocacy skills from both legal and performance backgrounds.
Callum Morris
Solicitor Advocate
Dual-qualified Solicitor and Higher Courts Advocate since 2018. Former Crown Prosecutor with Dangerous Dogs specialism. Experienced in police station advocacy and sensitive cases. Contributed to Criminal Litigation Handbook updates and mentors legal trainees. Recognised for pragmatic approach and client rapport-building.
Questions
What motoring offences do you specialise in?
We handle all driving-related charges including drink/drug driving, speeding, totting-up bans, dangerous driving, and licence disqualification cases.
How can you help if I face a driving ban?
We specialise in exceptional hardship arguments and appeal processes to retain licences, with a proven track record of reducing or avoiding disqualifications.
Do you handle urgent cases?
Yes, we provide emergency representation for immediate court appearances and police station interviews across England and Wales.
What are your success rates?
Our testimonials show consistent success in acquittals and penalty reduction, with over 30 years' experience in motoring law defence.
How do you charge for services?
We offer transparent pricing with no hidden fees, including fixed-fee options for specific case types.
Can you help with taxi licence issues?
Yes, we specialise in taxi licensing appeals and challenges against council decisions for private hire and hackney carriage drivers.
