Hodge Jones & Allen Criminal Defence partner Graeme Hydari shortlisted for Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year

Greame Hydari has been shortlisted for this year Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year in criminal defence category for championing rights of defendants with autism. Graeme is a specialist defence solicitor representing those who are on the Autistic Disorder Spectrum (ASD) including those with Asperger’s Syndrome.

Legal Aid Practitioners Group (LAPG) is a membership body representing the interests of legal aid practitioners in England and Wales and the clients they serve. LAPG believes that access to justice is a fundamental right and as such we campaign for a fair, comprehensive and accessible legal aid scheme. The LAPG’s press release could be accessed here.

The winners will be announced on Wednesday 5th July 2016.