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Having the right lawyer by your side is critical when you, your loved ones, or your company face criminal charges or an investigation.
At Lex Vindico Group, our criminal defence team has years of experience providing expert legal representation at every stage of the criminal justice process. Our proven defence methods dominate over other law firms because we have exclusive access to leading silk/king's counsel, specialist barristers, forensic experts, former police detectives and private/personal investigators. This pool of a defence network can help maximise your chances of success through realistic strategies and proven tactics. Such tactics are derived from experience defending and privately prosecuting criminal offences over the years. This puts us uniquely positioned to represent our clients, knowing the secrets behind every legal curtain - defence and prosecution.
Whether you are released under investigation, are currently on police bail, have been arrested or charged, or require assistance with court or even appeal advice, we will defend your rights, protect your interests, and guide you through your difficult time. The simple fact that we have the rare experience of prosecuting matters places us in a better position to advise any client who faces prosecution. We use their strategies, but in our client's favour, we can often have criminal charges reviewed and dropped early on.
Lex Vindico Group was formed on the premise of proactive representation. Our criminal defence solicitors represent clients who believe they may be under investigation for any criminal offence or even due to be arrested/interviewed under caution. For those clients who are due to stand trial in court, Lex Vindico Group's immediate input could resolve their matters without needing a prolonged trial at court, achieving the best possible outcome. If your future matters to you, don't leave it to chance. Contact us for expert legal assistance today, and let us guide you. We can help you regain control of your life and your future.
Criminal law regulates behaviour, protects individuals and communities, and maintains order in society. It covers a wide range of offences, from minor breaches to serious crimes. When someone is accused of breaking the law, they may face criminal charges and prosecution, which can result in fines, community orders, or imprisonment. In law, individuals have the right to defend themselves. The burden is upon the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), which must prove each allegation. At pre-charge, the CPS must prove each allegation on the balance of probabilities (to a rate of 51%, which is the civil standard). Following criminal charges, the standard changes. The CPS must then prove each allegation beyond any reasonable doubt.
The legal process can be overwhelming and entirely life-changing for someone accused of a crime. This is where our criminal defence team comes in. Our role is to ensure that we apply a no-stone-unturned approach from the beginning of your case or from the point we are engaged.
If we are instructed early on, our ultimate goal is to prevent official charges by proactive pre-charge representation. For clients who have already been charged, we provide a dual-layer representation of:-
A) considering ALL CPS evidence to determine whether the CPS can meet the legal standard of proof required. Our lawyers would submit written representations addressing any concerns with the admissibility and reliability of the evidence. We would also address any public interest concerns. Such representations would be intended to seek a formal review of the criminal charges (to discontinue the respective charges).
B) preparing you for trial, protecting your rights and providing expert representation for the best possible outcome. Our criminal lawyers offer bespoke strategies for simple and complex cases, dealing with various criminal offences, including sexual offences, public order, business and white-collar crime.
Our goal is to draw out issues in the CPS case and seek a discontinuance. This means that our clients can then return to the normality of their daily lives without the thought of court and imprisonment bothering them.
Criminal offences can devastate an individual’s life, career, family, reputation, freedom and, most importantly, future. Understanding the different types of criminal offences and the consequences of a conviction is key. At Lex Vindico Group, our criminal defence lawyers have years of experience handling a wide range of criminal cases, from serious crimes such as:
We provide expert legal assistance and representation to individuals and companies accused or suspected of criminal offences and activity. We protect our clients' rights throughout the criminal justice system, whether through negotiation with the prosecuting authority or robust representation in court. With our in-depth knowledge and strategic approach from our 360 perspective (having defended and privately prosecuted matters), we will achieve the best outcome for every client, as we can access the best legal representation available.
At Lex Vindico Group, we offer unparalleled legal services to each client due to our unique perspective of defending and privately prosecuting matters. Here’s why you should choose us:
At Lex Vindico Group, we provide proactive legal advice and representation to achieve the most efficient and effective result without compromising your freedom. We specialise in proactive representation. We provide expertise in the following:
If you are under investigation or suspect that you may be, proactive representation methods are available to you, which could prevent charges and restore order to your life. We have extensive experience providing proactive legal assistance that could protect your reputation and allow you to return to the normality of daily life. We find ways when traditional law firms find obstacles. Acting urgently could make all the difference for you and your family. Though clients do not widely recognise pre-charge representation, it could be used as a measure to frontload your defence early on. This is particularly important as there are governmental pressures to increase criminal charges and convictions in various areas such as sexual offences and financial crime. We appreciate that, in many cases, criminal charges could mean the immediate loss of employment. We alleviate such immense pressures by decreasing your chances of being charged by attacking the case early on.
We offer criminal defence services for general criminal offences, including theft, assault, and public order offences such as Harassment, Stalking and Affray. Whatever the complexity of your case, regardless of the stage of process, we will protect your rights and provide leading criminal defence and proactive representation.
Given that Lex Vindico Group was built on the premise of proactive representation, we provide a unique and excellent service at the police station. We go beyond simply representing you on the day. We lay a map out of your proactive defence strategy from the start. Proactive representation is key, as the consequences of your action or inaction can be severe down the line, as the police caution below demonstrates.
You do not have to say anything, but it may harm your defence if you fail to mention, when questioned, something which you later rely on in Court. Anything you do say may be given in evidence.
By utilising the latest advice from the Attorney General and Director of Public Prosecutions 2024 and our knowledge from privately prosecuting matters, there are proven 'Legal 500' methods we can adopt for you, exclusive to private practice. We can request more than pre-interview disclosure so that your defence is formed in the light. Understanding the evidence against you helps you determine and avoid falling into the police's traps. After the interview, under caution, where the evidence clearly fails to establish guilt or is not credible, or even if there are clear alternative and plausible explanations to the evidence, we can request early charging advice. This is where the police seek advice from the CPS lawyers to resolve the matter swiftly and save on public resources. Having a lawyer who specialises in pre-charge can help resolve issues for you effectively.
Oftentimes, the police will offer you a lawyer. Those lawyers are referred to as duty lawyers who obtain legal aid from the government. Most law firms accept legal aid, so they will say you have a right to 'free' independent, legal advice. The legal aid agency covers their fixed fee to represent you on the day of the interview only. Our law firm is different in private practice, as it affords us many more hours' worth of work on your defence. For example, we would gather case precedent, research the law and parliamentary intentions upon their aims for passing such law, prepare pre-emptive representations, and obtain your instructions in private conference at our offices in advance: and this is all possible because we are not limited or restricted by the issue of public funding, as legal aid lawyers would be.
If legal aid funding restricts the time of lawyers, could you receive the best legal service in combating charges early on?
These critical hours spent on your proactive defence at an early stage could be the difference between being summoned to Court following a charge and moving forward in life with the warmth of justice around your family and friends.
With Lex Vindico Group, you can rest assured that qualified criminal defence solicitors will conduct your police station representation—solicitors who understand the Full Code Test thoroughly, from a criminal defence and prosecution perspective. The CPS will eventually have to apply the Full Code test when deciding upon a charge. We keep you a step ahead.
If you’ve been stopped and searched, knowing your rights is essential. Improper or unlawful searches can invalidate any criminal charges brought against you. Our highly professional criminal defence solicitors can provide fair advice and help you challenge unfair practices to build your defence.
Being arrested or charged at a police station can be a daunting experience. We provide immediate legal support to guide you through this critical stage. Our experts ensure your rights are protected and you understand the process entirely. When instructed, we act in your best interests to prevent any arrests in the future. If you are arrested, our expert team will assess the arrest against necessity and proportionality under PACE 1984 to evaluate whether the police followed legal processes. In criminal defence, our methods are proven to exploit abuses of process in England and Wales, and that could be the reason for discontinuance in your matter if properly explored by our criminal defence solicitors. When we are instructed to represent you following arrest, we will ensure that you understand each option, with its pros and cons, before providing legal advice on which route you should follow.
Applying for bail is a key part of your case. Our criminal defence lawyers will ensure that any conditions are reasonable and necessary. If the police officers are not agreeable to our proposed terms of bail, our criminal defence team will act in your best interests and have the matter listed before the Courts to seek the said variation outside the remit of the police station.
Irrespective of which Court your case is listed in, our experienced criminal solicitors will represent you with expertise and passion. We prepare for every hearing and present your defence clearly and professionally.
If we are instructed on your case after you have been charged, we offer bespoke, proactive, and well-resourced representation that is often unattainable except within private practice. We have access to King's Counsel, who specialise in high-profile and complex matters, and barristers who partake in cases that form legal precedent and statute.
Unlike traditional law firms, we do not only prepare you for the next stage of your case: we go above the norms by conducting an independent review of your matter, which may prompt opportunities for us to intervene strategically. Why would you wait for a jury to determine guilt when you can take proactive steps today? Call us now for a free, secure and confidential chat.
We have successfully reversed CPS charges and, in some instances, even reduced them. Overall, written representations at this stage are to your benefit. They allow the prosecution to take another view after we give them another perspective (of your defence). This is evidence that was not available to the decision-maker at the time of determining the charge initially.
Summary offences (e.g., traffic offences) are heard in Magistrates’ Courts. Depending on the seriousness of an offence, certain offences (such as dangerous driving) can be heard in either Magistrates’ or Crown Courts. We provide guidance and representation for both and will explain your options with any pros and cons. We will then advise you with understandable reasons.
Indictable offences (e.g., violent and sexual offences) require unique representation due to their complexity and seriousness. Our criminal team can handle these high-risk cases with precision and care for your reputation and mental health. It is not enough to have any lawyer when the stakes are so high. Even the CPS has specialist prosecutors when dealing with such serious cases. Lex Vindico Group can be your shield, leveling the playing field.
Have you been unfairly convicted or sentenced by a Court? If you want to appeal a conviction or sentence, we can provide expert advice on any grounds to appeal. We will advise you on the appeals process, assess your case, liaise with your previous lawyers and represent you at the appeal hearing to ensure a no-stone-unturned process in achieving the best outcome. We advise that you act fast, given there are strict time limits for lodging a notice to appeal. In most instances, it is 28 days from the date of the sentence/conviction, but in Magistrates' Court matters, you have 21 days to lodge your appeal.
Lex Vindico Group understands that every client's needs are different and that every client requires tailored representation. Our leading criminal defence firm has expertise in protecting individuals and companies at every stage of the legal process. It is renowned for providing proactive representation rather than conventional legal aid via reactive representation.
Among our offices nationwide, our founding director has an international reputation for advising on high-stakes matters and providing proactive representation to high-net-worth and celebrity clients. While his client care is unmatched, his legal skill set as a solicitor advocate in defence and private prosecution sets him apart from other lawyers.
We operate a 24/7 emergency line, providing legal support and representation around the clock, as the police are always operational. We will work tirelessly to protect our clients' rights and freedoms. Our ethos is to deliver the warmth of justice with peace of mind. When we take over your case, we ensure that you can focus on what truly matters in life: your career, family, and reputation.
The criminal justice process can be daunting if you’re unfamiliar with the law. Here’s what happens at each stage and how we can help:
A police investigation starts with an allegation or complaint. It can involve gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and, in some cases, questioning a suspect. If you’re under investigation, you need expert legal advice immediately.
Our criminal defence solicitors support you during police interviews and investigations to protect your rights and ensure you don’t incriminate yourself.
The Pre-Charge phase is a crucial stage in any case. By representing you at this stage, we can present evidence or arguments that may prevent charges from being brought against you early on. This proactive approach often results in a swift and excellent outcome, whilst keeping our client's reputation intact. Even if you have already been interviewed under caution, our legal experts can advise you on pre-charge representations, giving you the best chance to avoid criminal charges. As with anything else, it is easier to avoid charges than to work to reverse charges afterwards.
The prosecution can obtain a Restraint Order before an individual is charged with a criminal offence, freezing their assets and causing financial hardship. At Lex Vindico Group, our criminal defence solicitors can advise on the legality of restraining orders and apply to the court to vary or discharge the Order.
We advise on asset seizure, including cash and other assets seized by the police or HM Revenue and Customs. We work to establish whether the seizure was lawful and work with you to get the assets back as soon as possible. With expertise in the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, our criminal defence solicitors will protect your rights at every stage. We can work towards proving that the seized items are legitimately owned and in no way connected to criminal proceeds.
At Lex Vindico Group, we support you throughout the criminal justice process:
If you are under investigation, charged with an offence, or are due to appear at court, do not face it alone. Lex Vindico Group, a top criminal defence firm, will provide you with expert proactive legal representation, advice and support throughout your case. We can assist you at any stage of your case:-
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