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Magistrates Court Proceedings

The thought of attending a court proceeding can be a nerve wracking experience for most. Our criminal defence specialists are on hand to assist you every step of the way.

Howells Solicitors is recognised as one of the top criminal defence law firms in the UK, and proudly ranks as the number one criminal defence solicitors in South Yorkshire on Review Solicitors. We are also rated the best criminal defence solicitors on Three Best Rated, reflecting our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction.

If you have been arrested by the police, our 24/7 accessibility means that one of our team will always be available on call to come to the police station to represent you. Call 07774 162757 if you have been arrested.

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Advice and Representation at Magistrates Court

Every criminal offence begins in the Magistrates Court with 95% of cases being resolved at this level of court. The remaining offences are committed to the Crown Court.

Our Criminal Defence team represent clients in the Magistrates’ Court every day and can deal with cases in this court from start to finish.

There are certain offences that can only be dealt with by a magistrates or a district judge and these are known as ‘summary only’ cases. Many offences are called ‘either way’ offences because they can be heard either in the Magistrates’ court or the Crown Court, depending on the seriousness of the case.

Court Proceeding Costs

We will provide clear guidance on costs at the outset of the case and will apply for Legal Aid wherever it is available, to ensure the quality advice you need is accessible and affordable.

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Contact us on 0114 2235 803 and one of our advisors will be in touch to discuss your situation. We will take some initial information and if we can help, we will book you in for a consultation with a legal professional.

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The Howells Solicitors law team are compassionate, down-to-earth and professional, offering you the best expert advice. Get in touch with solicitors in Sheffield, Rotherham, and Barnsley to see how we can help. Fill in the form or give us a call at:

0114 249 66 66 Sheffield
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Solicitors for Magistrates Court Proceedings

Our expert criminal defence team is a highly experienced, successful and resourceful unit, focused on getting the best possible outcome for its clients. They are consistently rated highly in the prestigious Chambers Guide to the Law and Legal 500;

Chambers 2022
The prestigious Chambers Guide ranks Howells Criminal department as a top tier firm in Sheffield and the surrounding areas.

Legal 500 2022

The independent guide to the Legal profession; The Legal 500, ranks Howells Criminal department as a top tier in Yorkshire and Humber in the latest 2022 guide.

The Legal 500 2018 edition said “Howells’ ‘very approachable and helpful’ criminal department has capabilities to handle a range of complex matters, with particular experience in public order law, judicial review, advising youth offenders, and cases with a civil liberties, human rights or mental health considerations.”

(The team) “also includes the ‘patient and supportive and extremely knowledgeable’ Chris Wong. Wong is recommended for defending clients facing extradition. Rotherham-based Mary Rose Macadam has particular expertise in prison law, parole board work, youth court representations and cases including a mental health element.”

Chris Wong

0114 249 6650

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Mary Rose Macadam

0114 249 6657

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Kathryn Lill

Criminal Defence

01226 805 190

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Ann Ridge

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01226 805 190

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Alex Nolan

Criminal Defence

0114 249 6651

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Magistrates Court Proceedings