Business Details
40 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Criminal Law Solicitors in Rugby & Northampton
Established in 1986, Stephen Moore has built a reputation as a trusted provider of criminal law services across Warwickshire and Northamptonshire. Our firm combines decades of legal expertise with a commitment to delivering tailored representation for clients facing serious criminal charges, motoring offences, and regulatory matters. Quality-assured by the Legal Aid Agency, we offer both publicly funded and privately paid legal services, operating from offices in Rugby and Northampton.Our team specialises in navigating complex legal processes at police stations, magistrates' courts, crown courts, and youth courts, with a track record of securing favourable outcomes for clients charged with offences ranging from minor motoring violations to murder. We maintain 24/7 emergency availability and prioritise transparent communication, ensuring clients receive immediate support and strategic defence throughout the justice system.
Services
Motoring Offences
Regulatory Offences
Police Station Representation
Crown Court Defence
Youth Court Cases
Fraud & Financial Crimes
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in criminal law representation since 1986
- Our team includes Higher Rights Advocates qualified to defend Crown Court cases
- We provide 24/7 emergency legal representation at police stations
- Quality-audited by the Legal Aid Agency for public funding eligibility
- Specialist youth court advocates for under-18 defendants
Associations and certifications
- Legal Aid Agency
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
24/7 emergency availability
Experienced Higher Rights Advocates
Successful Crown Court outcomes
Youth court specialisation
Services
Motoring Offences
We defend clients charged with drink driving, dangerous driving, penalty points accumulation, and disqualification cases. Our solicitors provide expert representation at magistrates' courts and negotiate fixed-fee arrangements where appropriate. With decades of experience, we help clients avoid licence loss and job-related consequences through strategic legal arguments.
Crown Court Defence
Our in-house Higher Rights Advocates defend murder, high-value drugs, and fraud cases at Crown Court. We combine decades of experience with specialist barrister partnerships to challenge evidence and secure reduced sentences or acquittals. The team includes advocates with military legal backgrounds and appellate court success records.
Regulatory Offences
We represent clients facing food hygiene breaches, trade description violations, and environmental law charges. Our solicitors defend noise nuisance cases, counterfeit goods allegations, and pollution investigations with technical expertise in local planning regulations and definitive maps.
Police Station Representation
Available 24/7 for free legal advice at police stations across our service areas. We accompany clients during voluntary interviews and custody procedures, protecting their rights during evidence collection and bail applications. Our presence ensures proper legal procedure compliance during critical investigation stages.
Youth Court Cases
Specialist advocates handle juvenile cases at youth courts, focusing on rehabilitation and minimal sentencing. We support young clients and families through charges including public order offences and bridle path access violations, maintaining clear communication with defendants and guardians throughout proceedings.
People
Colin Charvill
Higher Rights Advocate
Qualified solicitor since 1984 with extensive criminal defence experience across multiple counties. Specialises in high-profile cases and appellate court representation since joining the firm in 2015.
David Everett
Defence Advocate
Solicitor since 1982 offering over four decades of criminal law expertise. Focuses on robust defence strategies for serious charges including fraud and violent crimes.
Will Heyward
Criminal Law Advocate
13-year advocacy veteran with specialist knowledge of Northamptonshire courts. Former Army Legal Services officer with expertise in disciplinary matters and complex criminal proceedings.
Catherine Brockway
Youth Court Specialist
Experienced advocate regularly appearing in youth courts. Known for effective communication with young defendants and successful outcomes in juvenile justice cases.
Clare Fitzpatrick
Youth Defence Solicitor
Specialises in youth court representation with focus on rehabilitation-focused sentencing. Provides accessible legal support for under-18 defendants and their families.
Questions
What areas do you cover for criminal defence cases?
We operate across Warwickshire and Northamptonshire, including Rugby, Northampton, Leamington Spa, Nuneaton, Daventry, Wellingborough, Kettering, and Corby courts.
Do you offer legal aid for criminal cases?
Yes, we're quality-assured by the Legal Aid Agency and handle publicly funded cases alongside privately paid legal representation.
Can you help with urgent police station attendance?
We provide free 24/7 emergency representation at police stations across our service areas upon request.
What motoring offence cases do you handle?
We defend all motoring charges including drink driving, dangerous driving, penalty points accumulation, and disqualification cases at magistrates' courts.
Do you represent clients in youth court?
Yes, our specialist advocates Catherine Brockway and Clare Fitzpatrick regularly appear in youth courts for under-18 defendants across Warwickshire and Northamptonshire.
What payment options are available for legal services?
We offer fixed-fee arrangements for guilty plea hearings and hourly rates for complex cases, with transparent pricing discussed during initial consultations.
