Murder And Manslaughter

The most serious criminal offences are murder and manslaughter.

If you are convicted of one of these crimes, you could spend the best years of your life (or the remainder of your days) in a high-security prison. 

Therefore, it is vital that you have an experienced, talented, well-connected Murder/Manslaughter Solicitor on your side.  We are that law firm.  And as one of the most highly recommended Crime Solicitors in the Midlands, you can be confident that we will look after you and your family during this stressful time.

We are a diverse, multi-lingual law firm that uses best-in-class technology to provide clients with a streamlined, modern, and highly effective criminal defence. Furthermore, years of experience in criminal law means we have created relationships with some of the UK’s best Barristers and King’s Counsel. Our clients also benefit from our ability to instruct the country’s most respected expert witnesses who can provide the Court with the facts required to support a not guilty plea or mitigate the sentence handed down by a Judge.

Advising and representing people accused of committing a criminal offence

We are highly recommended as an expert criminal defence law firm for people accused of committing a crime. We provide 24/7 police station representation. Therefore, will be at your side, protecting your interests from the start. Because we understand the correct procedure the police must follow when making an arrest, we will carefully examine the circumstances surrounding you being detained and get the charges dropped if proper processes were not complied with.

Our criminal law team has in-depth experience in defending serious criminal charges such as murder and manslaughter. We work with the country’s top expert witnesses and focus on providing you with advice and representation you can trust. We know that your reputation, your freedom and your family’s financial security is at stake – therefore, we never give up until every appeal has been exhausted. Below are several common questions clients ask us concerning murder and manslaughter.

What is the difference between murder and manslaughter?

What are the penalties for murder and manslaughter?

Will I go to prison for a mercy killing?

Why choose us?

Regardless of the charges against you, you are entitled to a criminal defence. We do not judge our clients; our only objective is to defend you against the Prosecution’s allegations. You can be confident that by instructing us to defend you, your chances of acquittal or a reduced sentence are greatly improved. The most important factor is to contact us as soon as you become aware of the criminal allegations.

To receive expert advice and representation regarding murder and manslaughter charges, please contact us using the form below.

Meet your 'Murder And Manslaughter' specialists

Based in our city centre offices in Coventry, here’s our team to guide you through your legal needs.

Theresa Ledwidge
Theresa Ledwidge

Team Assistant  

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Sarah McCormack
Sarah McCormack

27 years experience

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Aneep Tathgar

7 years experience

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Balbir Dahil
Balbir Dahil

27 years experience

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Richard Murray
Richard Murray

27 years experience

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Teerath Gill
Teerath Gill

19 years experience

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Mandeep Sehmi

7 years experience

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Fees

Depending upon the complexity we are able to offer fixed fees in some cases. In other cases our solicitors charge the following hourly rate:

 
  • Partner/Member Solicitor
    Hourly rate of £265 + VAT
  • Senior Solicitor or Head of Dept: (PQE 8yr+)
    Hourly rate of £240 + VAT
  • Assistant Solicitor/Fee Earner (PQE 3/7yr)
    Hourly rate of £215 + VAT
  • Newly Qualified Fee Earner (PQE 1/3yr)
    Hourly rate of £185 + VAT
  • Paralegals/Trainees
    Hourly rate of £135 + VAT
  • Support Paralegals
    Hourly rate of £115 + VAT

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