Crime Solicitors in Manchester, Sale, and Chester
Facing criminal charges can turn your life upside down. Whether it’s a police interview, court appearance, or a charge that threatens your reputation, you need someone in your corner who knows the system inside out. Our crime solicitors in Manchester, Sale and Chester explain your options clearly and fight for the best possible outcome.
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Crime services we can help with
Criminal defence for all offences
Our criminal defence solicitors in Manchester, Sale and Chester handle everything from minor charges to the most serious allegations. We represent clients through police investigations, court proceedings, and appeals, working to secure the best possible outcome at every stage.
Police station representation
If you’ve been arrested or called in for questioning, having the right police station representation from the start can make all the difference. We’re available 24/7 to attend police stations nationwide, providing advice and assistance throughout.
Assault and violence allegations
Our assault solicitors defend clients accused of common assault, actual bodily harm (ABH), and grievous bodily harm (GBH). We examine every defence available and build the strongest case to protect your future.
Specialist defence services
We provide expert representation for all criminal offences including sexual offence allegations, domestic abuse accusations, road traffic offences, and youth crime cases. Our crime lawyers also handle criminal damage, possession of offensive weapons, cybercrime, dangerous dog offences, and RSPCA prosecutions.
Support for specific circumstances
We offer tailored defence for autistic people facing criminal claims, foster carers and adoptive parents facing allegations, students dealing with university disciplinary issues, and support with community order compliance.
The process our criminal solicitors follow
- Initial consultation
Get in touch and we’ll arrange a confidential consultation at one of our offices in Manchester, Sale or Chester, remotely, or at a location that suits you. We’re also available for police station call-outs. During this first meeting, we’ll listen to your situation, explain your options clearly, and give you an honest assessment of what lies ahead.
- Building your defence
Once instructed, we get to work gathering evidence, speaking to witnesses, and reviewing police disclosure. We’ve learned over the years that the earlier we start, the stronger your position becomes. Many criminal solicitors wait for the prosecution to build their case, but we take a proactive approach because it gives us more room to challenge weak evidence or negotiate better outcomes.
- Representing you through proceedings
Whether it’s a police interview, magistrates’ court hearing, or crown court trial, we’ll be with you every step of the way. We prepare you thoroughly for what to expect, handle all communications with prosecutors and courts, and fight for the best possible result. We’ll keep you informed throughout the process.
Why choose Slater Heelis for criminal law
Award-winning criminal defence team
We won Criminal Law Team of the Year at the Manchester Legal Awards in 2022 and have been finalists in 2023,2024 and again in 2025. We’re also listed in The Times Best Law Firms for 2026. But the recognition that matters most comes from the clients we’ve defended – with over 1,400 reviews and an average rating of 4.9/5 on ReviewSolicitors, our clients trust us enough to recommend us when their freedom and reputation are on the line.
Experienced solicitors handling your case
Our criminal defence team has years of experience defending clients across Greater Manchester and Cheshire. Senior criminal solicitors handle your case from the police station interview right through to court. We’ve defended everything from road traffic matters to the most serious allegations including GBH, sexual offences, and fraud.
Available 24/7 across the North West
We’re based in Manchester, Sale and Chester with decades of experience defending clients across the region. Our crime solicitors know the local courts, local prosecutors, and how cases are handled in the North West. We’re available round the clock for police station call-outs and consultations, so you can get proper legal advice exactly when you need it most.
Facing criminal charges is serious, but you don’t have to deal with it alone. Our crime solicitors in Manchester, Sale and Chester are ready to fight your corner and work towards the best possible outcome.
Call us on 0330 111 3131 or contact us via our online enquiry form to speak with our criminal law team.
Our offices in Manchester, Sale and Chester are open for face-to-face meetings, and we’re available 24/7 for police station call-outs. We’ll keep you informed at every stage, explain everything in plain English, and give you the straightforward legal advice you need when it matters most.
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