Central Court Lawyers are criminal defence lawyers based in Livingston, West Lothian and were established in 1997. We have an ethos of excellence in the provision of Court representation and whereas we understand that Court can be a frightening place for members of the public, our aim is to provide expert support and guidance every step of the way.
We believe that clients want legal advice delivered in a clear and straightforward manner and to be presented in Court with skill and expertise. We have designed our firm to do that. Central Court Lawyers are widely respected by other lawyers as well as being a go to pick for those with any police difficulties. This is demonstrated by our inclusion in both 2020 editions of the Legal 500 and Chambers UK legal guide.
These two guides deal only with the firms that are at the very top of their profession. In fact Central Court Lawyers are the only firm who don't have offices in Edinburgh or Glasgow to be promoted in both guides. We feel this is recognition for the hard work we put in representing our clients interests to a very high standard.
We believe that clients want legal advice delivered in a clear and straightforward manner and to be presented in Court with skill and expertise. We have designed our firm to do that. Central Court Lawyers are widely respected by other lawyers as well as being a go to pick for those with any police difficulties. This is demonstrated by our inclusion in both 2020 editions of the Legal 500 and Chambers UK legal guide.
These two guides deal only with the firms that are at the very top of their profession. In fact Central Court Lawyers are the only firm who don't have offices in Edinburgh or Glasgow to be promoted in both guides. We feel this is recognition for the hard work we put in representing our clients interests to a very high standard.
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Central Court Lawyers are one of Scotland's leading firms in the practice of criminal defence work.
Our success is widely recognised and we remain one of the few firms of our type recommended by the prestigious "Legal 500" United Kingdom.
We are pleased to have received this recognition because we pride ourselves on our specialist legal knowledge and the services that we offer to our clients.
We are the only criminal law firm in the jurisdictions of West Lothian to have appeared in the UK Supreme Court in London, when we acted in a ground breaking case which shaped the future development of the criminal law in Scotland.
Our success is widely recognised and we remain one of the few firms of our type recommended by the prestigious "Legal 500" United Kingdom.
We are pleased to have received this recognition because we pride ourselves on our specialist legal knowledge and the services that we offer to our clients.
We are the only criminal law firm in the jurisdictions of West Lothian to have appeared in the UK Supreme Court in London, when we acted in a ground breaking case which shaped the future development of the criminal law in Scotland.
Legal Aid is widely available for many people, including for those both employed and unemployed at the moment.
Central Criminal Lawyers are registered Legal Aid providers and will be happy to advise you of your eligibility.
If you are detained or arrested, you have the right to seek advice from a solicitor before being interviewed.
Central Criminal Lawyers provide this service and will be happy to consult over the telephone or in person at the police station, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Simply inform the police that you would like Central Criminal Lawyers informed of your situation.
Central Criminal Lawyers are registered Legal Aid providers and will be happy to advise you of your eligibility.
If you are detained or arrested, you have the right to seek advice from a solicitor before being interviewed.
Central Criminal Lawyers provide this service and will be happy to consult over the telephone or in person at the police station, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Simply inform the police that you would like Central Criminal Lawyers informed of your situation.
If the police take you to the station they are arresting you.
You have the right to remain silent.
Scottish law is different to English law and the only information you need to give the police is your name, address and date of birth.
You have the right to a consultation with a lawyer by phone or in person at the police station.
This is where Central Court Lawyers come in.
Tell the police you want to speak to us if you are at the police station and they MUST call us.
We will then speak to you by phone or if necessary, attend at the police station with you.
You have the right to remain silent.
Scottish law is different to English law and the only information you need to give the police is your name, address and date of birth.
You have the right to a consultation with a lawyer by phone or in person at the police station.
This is where Central Court Lawyers come in.
Tell the police you want to speak to us if you are at the police station and they MUST call us.
We will then speak to you by phone or if necessary, attend at the police station with you.
The Justice of the Peace court is the lowest level court in the Scottish Criminal Justice system.
It is presided over by a lay member of the public (non legally qualified) however, they are guided in their decisions by the legal adviser who also acts as the clerk of court.
The Justice of the Peace Court deals with a range of cases, the most common being road traffic matters.
The JP court deals with a significant number of ROAD TRAFFIC cases that could lead to penalty points or a disqualification.
It is presided over by a lay member of the public (non legally qualified) however, they are guided in their decisions by the legal adviser who also acts as the clerk of court.
The Justice of the Peace Court deals with a range of cases, the most common being road traffic matters.
The JP court deals with a significant number of ROAD TRAFFIC cases that could lead to penalty points or a disqualification.
People often believe the myth that legal advice is expensive and unaffordable.
Central Court Lawyers offer a free initial consultation to discuss your eligibility for legal aid.
The vast majority of people qualify for legal aid, including those in employment.
Central Court Lawyers are registered with the Scottish Legal Aid Board to provide legal assistance.
If you do not qualify for legal aid we offer competitive rates which will be discussed in advance of your case.
Central Court Lawyers offer a free initial consultation to discuss your eligibility for legal aid.
The vast majority of people qualify for legal aid, including those in employment.
Central Court Lawyers are registered with the Scottish Legal Aid Board to provide legal assistance.
If you do not qualify for legal aid we offer competitive rates which will be discussed in advance of your case.
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