The Johnson Partnership, Bail & Criminal Defence Solicitors, Doncaster
We are specialist Criminal Defence and Bail Solicitors covering the Barnsley, Doncaster, Sheffield and Scunthorpe areas.
At the same time we also provide a nationwide coverage both through our own inhouse team and our associates dotted around the country. Whilst we are usually paid via the Legal Aid mechanism we can also provide advice on privately paid work. Being arrested, or the prospect of being arrested, is a daunting thought.
We understand that and try to appreciate your situation from the onset. We offer free consultations and will try our best to help. We provide a 7 day a week, 24 hour a day, service and in general terms we can provide support on a range of matters including;
Animal Cruelty
Assault
Asbo's
Benefit Fraud
Blackmail
Burglary
Child Neglect
Computer Crime
Criminal Damage
Dangerous Dogs Offences
Domestic Violence
Drink Driving
Drugs Offences
Firearms
Fraud
Motoring and Speeding matters
Murder
Theft
Threatening Behaviour
Public Order
Rape and Sexual Offences
Additionally we can help companies who are facing questions regards Organised Crime, Money Laundering, Seizure of assets, Health & Safety investigations, Hygiene offences and Corporate manslaughter.
The Johnson Partnership
Criminal Defence & Bail Solicitors
Barnsley, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Sheffield
Please note, GV Hale is now part of The Johnson Partnership.
"Hale for Bail !"
We specialise in dealing with Criminal Defence matters throughout the country and can arrange representation where ever you find yourself....
We don't just represent our Barnsley, Doncaster, Scunthorpe & Sheffield clients !
Whether yours is a criminal, fraud, violent crime or bail matter we can help.
Legal Chambers,
70 Waterdale,
Doncaster,
DN1 3BU
01159 419141
53 Laneham St,
Scunthorpe,
DN15 6PB
01724 859992
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