Why should you choose Bagshaws?

Our criminal law team is larger than most. This means we can handle the largest or smallest cases effectively and gives us a wide range of experience. Whatever kind of case you are involved in, it is unlikely to be new to us, and you can be confident we will know the best way to help you.

You'll be impressed by our expertise and all our helpful friendly people. We make a point of seeing that our lawyers keep up to date with changes in the law and that all our staff get the training they need to give you the service you deserve.

• Our team includes Solicitor-Advocates (Higher Courts Criminal Proceedings) who are qualified to represent you at a trial in the Crown Court or an appeal in the higher courts as well as in the magistrates' court and can be a flexible alternative to a barrister in suitable cases.
• We were among the first solicitors to qualify for a Legal Aid franchise when franchising was introduced in 1993 and we continue to hold the Legal Services Commission's Specialist Quality Mark.
• We've been recognised as Investors In People since 2006, and we hold the Law Society's Lexcel practice management standard. This is awarded only to solicitors who meet the highest management and client care standards, and we undergo rigorous independent assessment every year to ensure that we continue to do so.