Legal 500 Leading Firm 2026 / The Time Best Law Firms 2026 / 40+ Years of Expert Legal Practice in London
Legal 500 Leading Firm 2026 / The Time Best Law Firms 2026 / 40+ Years of Expert Legal Practice in London
Recognised as a Legal 500 Leading Firm 2026 and included in The Times Best Law Firms 2026, with more than 40 years of expert legal practice in London, our criminal defence solicitors represent clients at every stage of the criminal process, from police station interviews to Crown Court trials and appeals.
If you have been arrested, questioned or asked to attend a police interview, or fear you might be, call our solicitors on +44 20 7387 2032 or complete our online enquiry form for confidential, 24/7 advice.
Call +44 20 7387 2032 Make a Confidential EnquiryOur criminal defence team is among the most highly rated in London, defending people accused of crimes in the Crown Court, Magistrates' Court and High Court daily. As a Legal 500 ranked firm established for over 40 years, our mature and experienced teams have both the breadth and depth of knowledge to assist you.
We provide early intervention advice at the investigation stage, working proactively with the police and prosecuting authorities to challenge evidence, make representations and, in many cases, prevent charges from being brought. Early legal advice can be critical to protecting your liberty, reputation and future.
If you are under investigation, or believe you may be, contact our criminal defence solicitors immediately.
Our credentials include:
Recognised as a Legal 500 Leading Firm 2026
Included in The Times Best Law Firms 2026 — our eighth consecutive year of listing
More than 40 years of expert legal practice in London
Partner-led defence at every stage, from police station to trial and appeal
Particular strength in complex financial, regulatory and serious crime cases
Close collaboration with leading King's Counsel, forensic accountants and compliance specialists
Our repeated listing in The Times Best Law Firms reflects the consistency and quality of the work carried out by our crime, fraud and regulatory teams, led by Jeffrey Lewis, and the complex cases the team handles on a daily basis.
From your first interview at the police station to representation in court, we will be by your side. No matter the offence, our team will have a criminal law solicitor who can help.
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We are delighted to confirm that Lewis Nedas Law has once again been included in The Times Best Law Firms, this time for 2026. This marks our eighth consecutive year of being featured since the publication first launched. The recognition reflects the consistency and quality of the work carried out by our crime, fraud and regulatory teams, led by Jeffrey Lewis.
Our repeated listing highlights the strength of our specialist practice areas and the high level of service we provide to clients facing criminal investigations and proceedings. It also acknowledges the dedication of the team and the complex cases we handle on a daily basis.
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The most critical stage of any criminal case often occurs before charges are filed. Early and strategic legal intervention can prevent a prosecution altogether, protect your reputation and minimise the impact of an investigation on your personal and professional life.
Our criminal investigation solicitors in London represent clients under investigation by the police, the National Crime Agency (NCA), the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), HMRC and other enforcement bodies. We provide discreet, proactive advice at every step, from initial contact or arrest to interviews under caution and evidence review.
Our team works swiftly to analyse the evidence, prepare written representations and liaise with investigators to clarify misunderstandings or challenge procedural errors. In many cases, our involvement at this stage has led to “no further action” decisions, avoiding the stress and publicity of criminal proceedings.
We have particular expertise in complex financial and regulatory investigations, including NCA investigations and prosecutions, FCA investigations, and crypto investigation, restraint and seizure defence. Our solicitors regularly work alongside forensic accountants, compliance specialists and leading counsel to build a robust and informed defence.
Whether you are attending a voluntary police interview, responding to a dawn raid or facing asset restraint or search orders, we act immediately to protect your rights and secure the best possible outcome.
The police must first be certain that it is “necessary” to arrest you, and full consideration of that test is an important aspect of any lawful arrest. There are strict time limits for detaining someone at a police station, usually 24 hours, and 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, who is responsible for the welfare of all those detained and the lawfulness of their continued detention. A Custody Record will be opened and you will be asked questions about your identity and health. You will be asked to empty your pockets and remove your socks and shoes, and items of value such as jewellery, cash or keys will be bagged up and stored securely.
These are an alternative to arrest. Anyone asked to attend a voluntary interview under caution is entitled to legal representation, and you should take advice before attending. The interview carries the same legal weight as one conducted after arrest.
It is widely believed that answering “no comment” signposts guilt. There are in fact many good reasons not to answer police questions, and our experience shows it can sometimes be best to advise clients to exercise their right to remain silent. The right advice depends on the evidence disclosed and the circumstances of the case.
This means you have been released pending further police enquiries. You are not on bail, are not subject to conditions and are under no obligation to return to the police station on a set date. The investigation continues, and you will be advised of the decision once it is complete.
If you are told a witness wishes to drop the charges against you, proceed with caution. Contact risks breaching your bail conditions or exposing you to the serious allegation of witness intimidation. Speak to your solicitor first.
Contact a criminal defence solicitor before any police interview, voluntary or under caution. Advice at the police station is free and non-means tested.
Do not discuss the allegation with the police, colleagues or on social media before speaking to your solicitor.
Keep messages, emails, records and documents that may support your account. Never delete or alter anything.
Your solicitor will seek disclosure from the police, advise on strategy and attend with you, whether the interview follows arrest or is voluntary.
Written representations, evidence challenges and early engagement with investigators can secure “no further action” before a charge is ever brought.
Police station advice is free. If prosecuted, you can apply for a Representation Order, and we will explain private funding where legal aid is unavailable.
Witnesses, experts and supporting evidence are best secured promptly, long before any trial date.
If you are being interviewed by the police under caution or have been arrested, you are entitled to free, non-means tested legal help. This may be from a duty solicitor or one you choose yourself.
If you are prosecuted, you can apply for a Representation Order, often referred to as legal aid. The financial help available depends on the court. For a case in the Magistrates' Court, you must pass both a means test, showing you need help with funding, and a merits test, showing it would be unjust for you not to have representation. In the Crown Court, a Representation Order will usually cover only a proportion of your costs. We will advise you on funding, including private fee arrangements, at the outset.
Our team of expert solicitors includes Jeffrey Lewis, Unan Choudhury, Fiona Grandy, Miles Herman, Paul Mason, Tony Meisels, Sean Reilly, Laura Saunsbury and Keith Wood. Depending on the nature of your matter, your case will be handled by the solicitor best placed to defend it, supported by leading Counsel where needed.
Yes. Advice at the police station is free and non-means tested, whether you are under arrest or attending a voluntary interview.
Yes. A voluntary interview under caution carries the same legal weight as one after arrest, and you are entitled to representation.
No. There are many good reasons not to answer police questions, and silence can be the right course on legal advice.
You are released without bail or conditions during ongoing police enquiries and will be told the outcome once the investigation ends.
Sometimes. The court can end a ban early depending on the case and ban length. If refused, you must wait three months to reapply.
If you are facing arrest, a police interview, a criminal investigation or prosecution, immediate specialist advice can protect your liberty, reputation and future.
Lewis Nedas Law is recognised as a Legal 500 Leading Firm 2026 and included in The Times Best Law Firms 2026, with more than 40 years of expert legal practice in London. Our solicitors are available 24/7 for urgent matters.
To speak to one of our expert criminal defence solicitors, please telephone us on +44 20 7387 2032 or complete our online enquiry form to arrange a confidential consultation.
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