Business Details
31 Years
experience
Emergency
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Expert Criminal Law Representation
Established in 1995, we are specialist criminal law practitioners with over 30 years of combined experience. Our firm provides practical, sympathetic legal advice and representation for cases ranging from motoring offences to serious criminal allegations. We hold Higher Rights of Audience, enabling seamless service from police stations to Crown Courts. Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we combine expertise with a personal approach to deliver high-quality legal solutions.Our team has successfully defended businesses and individuals in complex cases involving food safety, environmental protection, and health and safety legislation. We offer 24-hour police station attendance and operate under Legal Aid Agency contracts. Our reputation for excellence stems from decades of dedicated criminal law practice and client-focused service.
Services
Police Station Advice
Court Proceedings
Motoring Offences
Food Safety
Environmental Protection
Health and Safety
Trading Standards
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years' experience in criminal and road traffic law
- We hold Higher Rights of Audience for court representation
- We provide 24-hour police station attendance free of charge
- We operate under Legal Aid Agency contracts since 1995
- We successfully defend complex cases involving regulatory compliance
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Police Station Advice
We provide immediate 24/7 legal support during police investigations. Our solicitors attend stations promptly to guide clients through interviews, advising on appropriate responses to achieve optimal outcomes. This free service ensures your rights are protected from the initial stages of investigation.
Court Proceedings
Our team offers comprehensive court representation for criminal cases. We advise on plea strategies, prepare defences, and instruct expert witnesses where needed. With Higher Rights of Audience, we handle cases from Magistrates' Courts to Crown Courts, ensuring professional legal support throughout proceedings.
Motoring Offences
Specialist representation for driving disqualifications and motoring offences. We explore all legal options to maintain clients' driving privileges, including court appearances and mitigation strategies. Our experienced solicitors handle cases ranging from speeding to serious driving offences with practical solutions.
Food Safety
We defend food businesses facing prosecution for hygiene violations or formal notices. Our services include appeal preparation, interview representation, and due diligence defences. With 30 years' experience, we help clients navigate environmental health investigations and regulatory requirements.
Environmental Protection
Specialist legal support for environmental compliance issues including pollution, waste management, and litter control. We represent clients in formal notice appeals, regulatory interviews, and court proceedings. Our expertise helps businesses avoid prosecution and manage environmental protection legislation requirements.
People
Nicola Purches
Solicitor
Qualified solicitor with over 30 years' experience specialising in criminal and road traffic law. Holds Higher Rights of Audience for court representation. Co-founder of Whiting and Purches Solicitors, combining legal expertise with compassionate client support.
Neil Davis
Solicitor
Experienced criminal law solicitor with 30+ years' practice in motoring offences and regulatory compliance. Co-founder with Higher Rights of Audience. Provides expert legal representation in police stations and courts across the West Midlands region.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We focus on criminal law, including motoring offences, food safety, environmental protection, health and safety, and trading standards cases.
Do you offer 24-hour legal support?
Yes, we provide free 24/7 police station attendance for legal advice during investigations.
Can you help with court representation?
We offer comprehensive court representation with Higher Rights of Audience for all criminal proceedings.
Do you accept Legal Aid cases?
Yes, we hold Legal Aid Agency contracts and can provide representation subject to eligibility.
What areas do you cover?
Based in Solihull, we serve clients across the West Midlands region.
How much do your services cost?
Motoring cases start from £150.00 + VAT. We discuss fees in advance and offer competitive rates.
