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If you have been arrested, questioned or asked to attend an interview with the police or fear you might be, you need the help of a criminal defence solicitor. Our criminal law defence team is among the most highly rated in London, and we defend people accused of crimes in the Crown Court, Magistrates’ Court and High Court daily.
We can provide immediate specialist criminal legal advice and criminal defence representation at every stage of the criminal law process. If you need a criminal lawyer, contact Lewis Nedas today.
If you are the subject of a criminal investigation, contact us today. To speak to one of our expert criminal defence solicitors, please telephone us on 020 7387 2032 or complete our online enquiry form.
From your first interview at the police station to legal representation by a criminal defence lawyer in court, we will be by your side. No matter the offence, our team will have a criminal law solicitor who can help. Our criminal defence team is one of the best in the UK and has extensive experience appearing in criminal trials. We can help you with any of the following:
We have been defending clients against criminal charges for over 40 years. If you need legal advice or criminal defence representation, contact us as soon as possible. See our main criminal defence page for more information on our criminal defence lawyers based in central London.
If you are being interviewed by the police under caution or have been arrested, then you are entitled to free, non-means tested, legal help. This may be from a duty solicitor or one that you choose yourself.
If you are being prosecuted for an offence, then you can make an application for a “Representation Order”. This is often referred to as legal aid. The amount of financial help you can get depends on the court your case appears in. For a case in the Magistrates’ Court, you must pass both a “means test” demonstrating you need help with funding and a “merits test” showing it would be unjust for you not to have legal representation. If your case appears in the Crown Court, a Representation Order will usually only cover a proportion of your costs.
The police must first be certain that it is “necessary” to arrest you. It is an important aspect of arrest that the police give full consideration to this test. There are strict time limits for detaining someone at a police station (usually 24 hours). The police must comply with specific rules, namely Code C of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE).
You will be taken to the custody suite and “booked” in by a Custody Sergeant or their assistant. The Custody Sergeant ensures all those detained are cared for appropriately and their continued detention is lawful. They will also open a Custody Record and ask you questions about your identity and health so you can be looked after while you are at the station. You will be asked to empty your pockets and remove you socks and shoes. Any items of value, such as jewellery, cash, or keys will be “bagged up” and stored securely.
Voluntary interviews are an alternative to arrest. Anyone who has been asked to attend a voluntary interview under caution is entitled to receive legal representation. Our expert criminal solicitors at Lewis Nedas Law can advise and represent you if you find yourself in this stressful situation.
When you are being questioned you might decide, or be advised, to say “no comment”. It is widely believed that anyone who does this, is signposting their guilt. This comes from the perception that if you were innocent, you would say so from the outset. There are many reasons not to answer police questions, and our experience has shown that it can sometimes be best to advise our clients to exercise their right to remain silent.
This means that you have been released pending the police conducting further investigations into the offence. You will not be subject to bail or bail conditions or under any obligation to return to the police station on a particular date and time. The investigation will continue and when it is complete, you will be advised of the decision.
If you have been informed that a witness wishes to drop the charges against you, it is sensible to proceed with caution in case you breach your bail conditions or expose yourself to the serious allegation of witness intimidation.
There are some instances when someone can ask the court to end their driving ban early and we are often approached by clients who want to know the answer. Whether someone can get their licence back early depends on the individual circumstances of the case, and the length of the ban. If the application is refused, you can reapply but must wait at least three months from the date of the refusal.
Our team of expert solicitors in this area includes: Jeffrey Lewis, Unan Choudhury, Fiona Grandy, Miles Herman,Paul Mason, Tony Meisels, James Reilly, Sean Reilly, Laura Saunsbury, Keith Wood.
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Miles Herman is a clever, understated lawyer who is at the top of his game.
Richard McConnell carried out conveyance for my family on 4 London flats, 1 sale and 3 purchases. In each instance he was excellent. The attention to detail and communication throughout the process was perfect. I have recommended Richard to several family members and friends who have been extremely pleased. I would have no hesitation in using Richard McConnell and Lewis Nedas in the future should the need arise.
I wanted to take the opportunity as well to thank you for everything that you have done on this case. The result that we got on Monday will have a massive positive impact not only on my life but the lives of all my family including that of my own son. I personally was struggling to hold back the tears when the sentence was being delivered by the judge and I know my father and sister felt the same too. It must be fantastic to work in a way that can have such a positive impact on people’s lives and I want you to know how much it all means to us all. Thanks a million and good luck with all that you do going forward.
Lewis Nedas advised me in a serious case of insider dealing. The lead solicitor dealing with my case was Jeffrey Lewis, who impressed me with his quick grasp of the very complex circumstances. His in-depth knowledge of how the City really works and his long experience of serious financial crime gave me great confidence. But it was also his friendly and supportive attitude, and readiness to take calls (or return them promptly if he was in court) which was very reassuring. I was delighted with the positive result of the case, and the speed and efficiency with which it was handled.
Lewis Nedas Law Limited, led by Jeffrey Lewis, is known as ‘an exceptional firm with a strong team of talented and expert criminal lawyers’. The practice offers a wide range of high-end legal services, including on cases concerning espionage, terrorism, and murder. Siobhain Egan has strong experience in multi-jurisdictional matters; recent highlight engagements concern organ trafficking and terrorism financing, among other matters. Unan Choudhury is noted for his work regarding espionage and murders, while Keith Wood is an expert in High Court contempt proceedings which arise from criminal activity. Other key figures include Miles Herman, who represents clients in complex litigations.
Hands on partner involvement leading a dynamic team who like to think out of the box. Results driven. Clear strategies. They can go toe to toe with the big “City” firms.
