Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Criminal Defence & Legal Representation in Edinburgh
Collins & Co & Co is a legal practice specialising in criminal defence, traffic offences, children's hearings, and statutory inquiries. Established in 2014, we operate across Scotland with a focus on providing expert legal representation and support. Our team includes solicitor-advocates authorised by the Scottish Legal Aid Board, offering tailored advice on eligibility for legal aid. We handle cases in all courts, from Justice of the Peace Courts to the UK Supreme Court, with particular expertise in appeals and high court trials. Our Edinburgh-based team ensures strict adherence to procedural deadlines while providing compassionate support for clients facing stressful legal challenges.We pride ourselves on combining extensive experience with a client-centric approach, offering 24/7 accessibility for urgent matters. Simon Collins & Co & Co, our lead solicitor-advocate, brings over a decade of experience in appeal preparation and has trained legal professionals across Scotland. Our systems guarantee timely document lodgement and stress-free case management for agents. We serve as correspondent counsel for complex cases requiring specialist knowledge of appellate procedures. Our reputation for excellence is built on a track record of successful outcomes in both criminal defence and sensitive inquiries.
Services
Criminal Defence
Traffic Offences
Children's Hearings
Appeal Preparation
Fatal Accident Inquiries
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We have over 10 years' experience in high court appeals preparation
- Our team includes specialist solicitor-advocates authorised across Scotland
- We guarantee strict adherence to procedural deadlines and time limits
- We provide 24/7 accessibility for urgent legal matters
- Our systems ensure stress-free case management for legal professionals
Associations and certifications
- Scottish Legal Aid Board
What people say
Great man, great skills
Experienced team
Reliable support
Services
Criminal Defence
We provide specialist criminal defence representation across Scottish courts, including High Court trials and appeals. Our solicitor-advocates handle all offence levels with focus on procedural compliance. Clients benefit from our Edinburgh-based team's daily court presence and decade-plus experience in serious criminal cases.
Traffic Offences
Our traffic offence service covers citations to high court jury trials. We represent clients in Justice of the Peace and Sheriff Courts, handling both routine and complex road traffic cases. With expertise in evidential challenges and penalty mitigation, we ensure clients understand their options and potential outcomes.
Children's Hearings
We offer legal support for children's panel hearings, guiding families through Scotland's hearing system. Our solicitors assist with legal aid applications and provide compassionate representation for parents and guardians. We specialise in reducing procedural anxiety while protecting clients' interests throughout the process.
Appeal Preparation
Our appeal service includes document drafting, deadline monitoring, and court representation. Led by an experienced solicitor-advocate, we handle High Court and Supreme Court appeals with focus on procedural accuracy. We guarantee timely submissions and provide expert guidance on extension requests where needed.
Fatal Accident Inquiries
We represent families at fatal accident inquiries, providing sensitive legal support during investigations. Our team ensures proper procedural adherence while advocating for client interests. With experience in complex statutory inquiries, we guide families through Scotland's inquiry processes with compassion and expertise.
People
Simon Collins
Solicitor-Advocate
With over 10 years' experience, Simon Collins & Co & Co leads our appeals unit and represents survivors of childhood abuse. He trains legal professionals on appeal procedures and has lectured the Scottish Young Lawyers Association. His expertise covers High Court trials and complex appellate work.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in criminal defence, traffic offences, children's hearings, and statutory inquiries across Scottish courts.
Do you offer legal aid assistance?
Yes, we help clients assess eligibility for legal aid and handle applications for criminal defence and children's hearing cases.
Can you handle high court appeals?
Our solicitor-advocates regularly prepare and present appeals in the High Court of Justiciary and UK Supreme Court.
How quickly can you respond to urgent cases?
Based in Edinburgh, we handle urgent appeal matters daily and offer 24/7 accessibility for critical legal issues.
What support exists for children's hearing cases?
We provide dedicated legal representation and guidance for all stages of Scotland's children's hearing system.
How do you ensure procedural compliance?
Our management systems track deadlines and requirements to guarantee proper document lodgement and court procedure adherence.
Reviews (1)
Michael Maloco
Feb 03, 2016
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As an estate agency, conveyancing and private client practice we don't handle defence work. When the need arises, we wouldn't refer our clients to anyone other than Simon such is his knowledge and drive.
