Criminal Defence

Gifford Cairns offers a FREE 24-hour service 7 days a week to any person detained in police custody. The practice has a Criminal Defence Franchise with the Legal Aid Agency

Police Custody

Gifford Cairns offers a FREE 24-hour service 7 days a week to any person detained in police custody. The practice has a Criminal Defence Franchise with the Legal Aid Agency.

If you are detained at a police station, ask for Philip and Robert Howard Solicitors.

For our 24-hour line call 07843 170665.

Our specialist Crime Department has a wealth of experience in dealing with all issues involving the Police, Magistrate Courts and Crown Court.

Motoring Offences

We represent people in the Magistrates Court and Crown Court. If you have to attend a Magistrates Court for speeding under the “totting” provisions (accumulating 12 or more penalty points on your driving licence leading to discretionary disqualification) expert legal representation and advocacy is essential. During office hours, please contact our Barnsley Office on 01226 780840 or our Wilmslow Office on 01625 464035

Other Criminal Offences

We offer a free initial interview service.

We act for clients who are eligible for public funding (Legal Aid).

We also offer private representation.

Use our contact form and we will be happy to advise you on any criminal matter that you may have.

If you require urgent advice or assistance, call 07843170665.

Otherwise, provide your details below and we will respond to your enquiry.

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Gifford Cairns Solicitors and PRHS are trading names of Philip & Robert Howard Solicitors Limited, registered in England and Wales: 08185212

Registered Office: 113 Wilmslow Road, Handforth, Wilmslow, SK93ER.

Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority: 571131