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Trusted Criminal Defence Solicitors in Leicester
Established as a client-focused legal firm, Sahota & Sahota specialises in criminal defence representation across police stations, Magistrates Courts, and Crown Courts nationwide. With decades of combined experience, our team of solicitors provides 24/7 legal support for serious offences including fraud, drug-related crimes, murder, and complex financial investigations. We prioritise transparent communication, guiding clients through legal processes while challenging evidence and investigatory bodies at every stage.Our proactive approach extends to defending cases brought by HMRC, NCA, and CPS, supported by relationships with leading QCs and expert witnesses. We maintain Cyber Essentials accreditation to ensure secure client data handling and offer flexible payment options including legal aid and instalment plans.
Services
Criminal Defence
Appeals
Confiscation
Drug Offences
Fraud Cases
Murder Charges
Road Traffic Law
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency legal representation for criminal charges
- Our team includes specialist solicitors with decades of criminal law experience
- We provide transparent fee structures with flexible payment options
- We maintain proactive engagement with investigatory bodies throughout proceedings
- We hold Cyber Essentials accreditation for secure client data protection
Associations and certifications
- Cyber Essentials Certificate of Assurance
What people say
24/7 emergency support
Specialist criminal expertise
Transparent communication
Proactive case handling
Compassionate representation
Services
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence service provides specialist legal representation for serious charges including fraud, drug offences, and violent crimes. We offer immediate 24/7 support at police stations and throughout court proceedings. Our experienced solicitors challenge evidence and investigatory practices to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients facing Crown Court trials.
Fraud Cases
Specialist fraud defence covers complex financial crimes including VAT evasion, mortgage fraud, and cybercrime. We represent clients facing HMRC investigations and economic crime units. Our team combines legal expertise with technical knowledge to challenge financial evidence and prosecutorial claims in high-stakes fraud cases requiring specialist forensic analysis.
Drug Offences
We defend clients facing drug-related charges from possession to large-scale supply operations. Our solicitors challenge evidence in cases involving cannabis cultivation, cocaine trafficking, and controlled substance violations. We work with forensic experts to examine prosecution claims and seek case dismissals or reduced sentences for drug offence allegations.
Appeals
Our appeals service challenges unfair convictions or excessive sentences in higher courts. We prepare detailed legal arguments for the Court of Appeal, focusing on procedural errors or new evidence. This service requires specialist knowledge of appellate procedures and strategic case presentation to overturn unjust criminal verdicts.
Road Traffic Law
Specialist representation for serious motoring offences including causing injury by careless driving and drink-driving charges. We defend clients facing disqualification or penalty points at Leicester Magistrates Court. Our solicitors challenge evidence and present mitigating factors to achieve reduced penalties or alternative sentencing for traffic-related criminal charges.
People
Kally Sahota
Director / Solicitor
With extensive experience in criminal law, Kally Sahota leads the firm's strategic direction while maintaining active client representation. He specialises in complex fraud cases and serious criminal defence matters, combining legal expertise with operational management to ensure high-quality client outcomes.
Simone Sahota
Director / Solicitor
Simone Sahota oversees daily operations and client care standards. Her practice focuses on violent crime defence and public order offences. She ensures the firm maintains its client-centred approach while managing relationships with barristers and expert witnesses for complex case preparation.
Nav Ubhi-Tailor
Associate Solicitor
Nav Ubhi-Tailor specialises in drug offence defence and confiscation proceedings. With over a decade of criminal law experience, he represents clients in Crown Court trials and appeals. He focuses on challenging forensic evidence and asset recovery claims in serious narcotics cases.
Danielle Lunn
Solicitor
Danielle Lunn handles a broad range of criminal defence matters including road traffic offences and public order crimes. She provides accessible legal advice while preparing cases for Magistrates Court hearings. Her approach balances client communication with thorough case preparation.
Sundeep Kumar
Consultant Solicitor
Sundeep Kumar offers specialist expertise in extradition cases and international criminal law. His consultancy role provides strategic guidance on complex jurisdictional issues while mentoring junior solicitors on cross-border legal procedures and evidential requirements.
Questions
What should I do if arrested outside normal office hours?
Contact our 24/7 legal helpline immediately. Our solicitors provide emergency representation at any time, ensuring your rights are protected during police interviews and custody proceedings.
Can you handle complex fraud cases involving HMRC?
Yes, our specialist fraud team has extensive experience defending clients in HMRC investigations and financial crime prosecutions, including mortgage fraud and VAT evasion cases.
Do you offer legal aid for criminal defence cases?
We provide legal aid representation where eligibility criteria are met, with our team guiding clients through the application process during initial consultations.
How do you handle drug offence cases with large-scale evidence?
We challenge forensic evidence through independent experts, examine procedural compliance, and develop strategic defences tailored to the specific charges and circumstances involved.
Can you represent clients in serious crime appeals?
Our solicitors prepare and submit appeals to the Court of Appeal, focusing on procedural errors, new evidence, or sentencing inconsistencies to challenge unjust convictions or penalties.
What areas do you cover for criminal defence services?
While based in Leicester, we represent clients nationwide in serious criminal cases, with particular expertise in Leicestershire and the East Midlands court system.
