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Criminal Defence

Dealing with Disputes & Claims

Raj Chada
Partner
Ruth Harris
Ruth Harris
Partner
Caroline Liggins
Caroline Liggins
Partner
Chloe Hartnell
Chloe Hartnell
Partner
Darrell Ennis-Gayle
Darrell Ennis-Gayle
Partner
Graeme Hydari
Graeme Hydari
Partner
Jessica Davis
Partner
Kerry Spence
Kerry Spence
Partner
Laura O'Brien
Laura O’Brien
Partner
Mike Schwarz
Mike Schwarz
Partner
Sean Caulfield
Sean Caulfield
Partner
Ailsa McNeil
Ailsa McNeil
Solicitor
Amy Coulter
Amy Coulter
Solicitor
Aneka Thirurajah
Aneka Thirurajah
Senior Associate
Anna Williams
Anna Williams
Paralegal
Ben Follows
Ben Follows
Paralegal
Bethany Gerrard
Bethany Gerrard
Trainee
Casey Jenkins
Senior Associate
Earnestina Rajaratnam
Earnestina Rajaratnam
Paralegal
Eliza Bell
Trainee
Elizabeth Andrewartha
Solicitor
Ella Ferriter
Paralegal
Emily McNally
Emily McNally
Solicitor
Fatima Qaid
Fatima Qaid
Paralegal
Francesca Cociani
Francesca Cociani
Senior Associate
George Steel
George Steel
Solicitor
Georgia Prichard
Georgia Prichard
Trainee
Ghislaine Sandoval
Ghislaine Sandoval
Associate
Hannah Hendy
Paralegal
Jessica Atkinson
Jessica Atkinson
Solicitor
Jessica Murray
Jessica Murray
Associate
Jiawen Guo
Paralegal
Justin Stuart-Mills
Consultant Solicitor
Katie McFadden
Katie McFadden
Associate
Katy O'Mara
Katy O’Mara
Associate
Kiran Mehta
Kiran Mehta
Consultant
Lara Ideo
Solicitor
Marina Afzal-Khan
Marina Afzal-Khan
Paralegal
May Spencer
May Spencer
Paralegal
Michael Ackah
Senior Associate
Priya Pandya
Priya Pandya
Paralegal
Rabiah Farooq
Rabiah Farooq
Trainee
Rebecca Field
Rebecca Field
Solicitor
Scarlett Roberts
Scarlett Roberts
Trainee
Shelby Keppel
Shelby Keppel
Consultant
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Shyan MacTavish
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Tosin Akinboboye
Tosin Akinboboye
Solicitor
Viviane Bablin
Viviane Bablin
Solicitor

We know just how stressful criminal disputes and claims can be for all involved and so we work closely with our clients to better understand your situation and to achieve the very best result.

For those seeking a criminal defence lawyer, the team at Hodge Jones & Allen are renowned for their expertise and experience in the field.

HJA Chambers firm logo 2025Our Crime team have been ranked in the Chambers UK 2025 legal directory. The team were praised for their “100% commitment to their clients” and for  “delivering an excellent service.”

Legal 500 UK - Top Tier Firm-2025

“Hodge Jones & Allen importantly present a human face to its clients at what is a very frightening time in their clients’ lives.”Legal 500, 2025

Dealing with a criminal dispute or claim

A criminal dispute or claim can be handled effectively, with the right representation. Our team of criminal defence lawyers have worked on many high-profile cases, preparing for trials with discretion and careful consideration, to improve your chances of a favourable outcome.

Our criminal defence lawyers work to build strong relationships with all parties involved whether they be a business, a public body or a family member. Whether you need representation in a court hearing or a team of lawyers on your side to defend you, we are committed to serving in your best interests.

“A trustworthy and ethical company to work with. My case was handled by Ruth Harris and she delivered excellent job. She was very attentive, and responsive as well as analytical and professional throughout the time.”

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What criminal disputes & claims can we assist with?

 

Whatever form of criminal dispute or claim you’re dealing with, early legal advice is crucial to ensure an outcome that doesn’t harm your reputation. We can help with a wide range of disputes, including:

Blackmail and extortion

A blackmail charge is a worrying claim to deal with and so you need the very best defence lawyers on your side. We will work to ensure you are tried in a fair and discreet manner, with a tailor-made approach for each and every one of our clients.

Driving offences

Driving is an important aspect of our everyday lives. If you feel you have been unfairly revoked of your licence or are facing prosecution, our team can help find a solution and represent you if necessary.

Investigations

If you are under investigation by the police or another authority, we can offer guidance on how to handle this and can represent you at the police station if necessary.

Private prosecutions

If you feel a crime has been committed but the police or another authority are not pursuing it, we can help you bring about a private prosecution against the other party.

Reputation management

Our solicitors have worked with a number of high-profile clients over the years and understand the importance of handling disputes and claims with confidence and discretion. If you feel you require reputation management, we can help.

Sexual freedom

Our specialist sexual freedom team is award-winning, industry-renowned and on hand to represent you if you are facing such a charge.

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Why choose Hodge Jones & Allen?

We have over 45 years’ experience handling a series of complex, high profile cases but we treat all clients in the same manner; with discretion, fairness and care. Our team will build up a robust defence on your behalf, fighting for fair treatment and evidence from the prosecution to ensure you stand the best chance of winning your trial.

Testimonials

“The service I received was nothing short of brilliant and I couldn’t fault them in any way. And they got me exactly the result I wanted.”Client

“A firm dedicated to the old-fashioned virtue of conscientious hard work in pursuit of their clients’ interests.”Legal 500 – Ranked as Tier 1 (Crime)

"[Raj Chada] was always very approachable and warm and we worked well together. He won the case for me with an un-showy style in the courtroom and keen attention to detail."

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Frequently asked questions

Can I discuss my case initially with you, free of charge?

Of course. We fully understand that you need to feel confident in your legal team, and instructing the right legal professionals is crucial. Our leading financial crime solicitors are widely recognised for their expertise in this area of law and will be happy to discuss your case with you. 

We want you to be confident that you’re making the correct choices, so we’ll gladly address any concerns you have and will set out how we can assist you.

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