Business Details
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Wolverhampton
Smith Dawson Solicitors have built a reputation for delivering high-quality legal services in criminal and family law, serving clients across the Midlands and Black Country. Established with a commitment to accessibility and excellence, the firm specialises in providing 24/7 emergency assistance at police stations, representation in Magistrates', Crown, and Family Courts, and access to Legal Aid funding where applicable. Their criminal law team, comprising three respected solicitors, offers expertise in court proceedings and barrister coordination, while the family law department handles care proceedings, child arrangements, and protective orders.With over five decades of combined experience, the team prioritises client care, evidenced by their Lexcel accreditation from the Law Society. Clients benefit from transparent cost assessments, competitive private rates, and a support team with decades of administrative expertise. The firm maintains flexible office hours and remains dedicated to community-focused legal advocacy.
Services
Criminal Law
Family Law
Legal Aid
Court Representation
24-Hour Police Assistance
Highlights and features
- We provide 24-hour emergency police station assistance funded by Legal Aid.
- Our solicitors have decades of combined experience in criminal and family law.
- Lexcel accreditation guarantees exceptional client care and business standards.
- We offer competitive fixed fees for privately funded cases.
- Specialist barrister coordination tailored to each client's needs.
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
Services
Criminal Law
Our criminal law team offers expert legal representation at police stations and in Magistrates', Youth, and Crown Courts. We specialise in advising suspects during police interviews, securing bail, and building robust defence strategies. Clients receive dedicated barrister coordination and guidance on evidence presentation, ensuring optimal outcomes for serious criminal charges.
Family Law
We handle family court matters including child arrangement orders, care proceedings, and injunctions for domestic protection. Our specialists provide representation in family courts or arrange barrister advocacy for complex cases. We prioritise client welfare while navigating custody, financial settlements, and emergency safeguarding orders with compassionate expertise.
Legal Aid
We offer Legal Aid-approved services for eligible clients seeking criminal defence or family law support. Our team assesses eligibility during initial consultations and manages funding applications to ensure access to justice. This service allows qualifying individuals to receive expert legal representation at no personal cost, subject to government guidelines.
24-Hour Police Assistance
Available 24/7, our accredited police station representatives provide immediate legal assistance during arrests or investigations. This free service, funded by Legal Aid, includes advising suspects during police interviews, safeguarding their rights, and facilitating bail applications. We ensure clients receive timely, professional representation during critical early stages of criminal proceedings.
Court Representation
We represent clients in Magistrates', Crown, and Family Courts across the Midlands, with barrister instruction for complex cases. Our solicitors prepare legal arguments, cross-examine witnesses, and negotiate settlements while maintaining client communication. This service ensures professional advocacy tailored to each case's specific requirements and judicial expectations.
People
Andrew Brocklehurst
Partner
Andrew Brocklehurst, a qualified solicitor with extensive criminal law experience, contributes expert legal knowledge and strategic direction to Smith Dawson Solicitors' criminal department.
Frank Calleia
Partner
Frank Calleia, holding a BA Honours degree, provides seasoned legal expertise as one of the firm's principal criminal law specialists with decades of courtroom experience.
Questions
What areas do you cover for criminal defence work?
We handle cases throughout the Midlands and Black Country, including Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, and Cannock courts.
Can I get Legal Aid for my case?
We assess Legal Aid eligibility during initial consultations. Most criminal cases and certain family matters qualify if you meet government funding criteria.
Do you handle emergency police station visits?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency service provides free police station assistance funded by Legal Aid, available year-round.
What family law services do you offer?
We specialise in care proceedings, child arrangement orders, non-molestation orders, and family court representation across the West Midlands.
Are your services available outside office hours?
Our police station assistance operates 24/7. Office appointments require prior arrangement outside standard 9am-5:15pm weekday hours.
