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Trusted Legal Representation in Peterborough
Established to provide expert legal representation, BD Solicitors specialises in criminal law, prison law, motoring offences, firearms licensing, and taxi licence appeals. Our team of dedicated solicitors and advocates combines decades of experience with a client-focused approach, ensuring tailored solutions for each case. Available 24/7, we offer continuity of representation from police station to Crown Court, supported by in-house higher court advocates.With a reputation built on successful outcomes and client satisfaction, we prioritise discretion, strategic expertise, and transparent communication. Our prison law team, members of the Association of Prison Lawyers, provides nationwide support for inmates and families, contributing to legal publications and policy developments.
Services
Criminal Law
Prison Law
Taxi Licence Appeals
Motoring Offences
Firearms Licensing
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters.
- Our team includes higher court advocates and prison law specialists.
- We provide nationwide prison law support with over 30 years' collective experience.
- We are members of the Association of Prison Lawyers.
- We combine tailored legal strategies with competitive private rates when legal aid is unavailable.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Excellent service
Quick and efficient
Second to none
Friendly staff
Happy with everything
Services
Criminal Law
We provide expert criminal defence representation from police station to Crown Court. Our solicitors handle minor and serious offences with strategic expertise, ensuring continuity through in-house higher court advocates. Clients receive discreet, sensitive guidance tailored to their case facts, with a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes.
Prison Law
Our prison law specialists address prisoners' rights and entitlements with nationwide service. We assist with parole reviews, adjudications, sentence calculations, and category A reviews, combining over 30 years' experience. As Association of Prison Lawyers members, we offer video/teleconferencing support and contribute to legal publications like Inside Time.
Motoring Offences
We represent clients facing driving offences including disqualification, penalty points, and exceptional hardship cases. Four pricing levels cover preparation to contested hearings, with experienced solicitors negotiating mitigations. Costs exclude expert witnesses or travel disbursements, with transparent fee structures provided upfront.
Taxi Licence Appeals
Specialist support for taxi drivers facing licence revocation, suspension, or conditions. We represent Hackney Carriage, Private Hire, and Operator licence holders in disciplinary hearings nationwide. Our team has successfully challenged council-imposed conditions, combining legal expertise with industry-specific knowledge.
Firearms Licensing
We advise on firearms certificate grants, renewals, and revocations, negotiating with licensing authorities. Our specialists prepare Crown Court appeals against refusals, combining legal expertise with understanding of licensing policies to protect clients' rights.
People
Gurjit Bdesha
Director Senior Solicitor
Specialises in criminal law with extensive experience in police station representation and Crown Court advocacy. Committed to client-focused legal solutions.
Aran Thomas
Director
Experienced solicitor managing complex criminal cases and mentoring junior team members. Focuses on achieving optimal client outcomes through strategic legal approaches.
Claire Thorneley
Senior Solicitor
Specialises in motoring offences and firearms licensing, combining legal expertise with practical client advice to navigate complex regulatory frameworks effectively.
Abubakar Muhammad
Solicitor
Handles criminal defence cases with a focus on youth offending and road traffic matters, prioritising clear communication and client education.
David Pirrie
Prison Law Advocate
Prison law specialist with experience in adjudications, parole board reviews, and sentence calculations. Provides compassionate support for inmates and families.
Questions
What areas of law do BD Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in criminal law, prison law, motoring offences, firearms licensing, and taxi licence appeals across England and Wales.
Are your services available outside regular office hours?
Yes, our legal team provides 24/7 representation for urgent matters including police station attendances and emergency hearings.
Can I get legal aid for prison law matters?
Legal aid remains available for specific prison law issues like parole reviews, with private payment options offered when unavailable.
How do you handle motoring offence cases?
We offer four pricing tiers for motoring cases, from basic advice to contested hearings, with transparent cost structures and experienced court representation.
What makes your prison law team unique?
Our team has over 30 years' collective experience, contributes to legal publications, and offers video conferencing support for inmate clients nationwide.
