Business Details
25 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Legal Services in Bingley & Durham
Chivers Solicitors, established in 2001, has built a reputation for delivering expert legal services across the UK. With offices in Bingley and Durham, we specialise in criminal defence, family law, and prison law, serving clients with a combination of technical expertise and personal care. Our team of solicitors, including Higher Rights Advocates and Children's Panel Members, brings decades of combined experience to complex legal cases. We prioritise accessibility, offering free legal aid assessments for family matters and 24/7 police station call-out services. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our membership of the Association of Prison Lawyers and regulation by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. We operate from strategically located offices in West Yorkshire and County Durham while maintaining a nationwide service capability.The firm's leadership transition in 2019 ensured continuity of our core values while embracing modern legal practices. Our proven track record includes successful representation in high-profile criminal cases and specialist support for prisoners' rights. We maintain transparent pricing structures with fixed-fee options for family law consultations and motoring offence cases. Our multidisciplinary approach combines legal expertise with practical support, including access to expert witnesses and family mediators. Client satisfaction is central to our operations, evidenced by our prompt response times and dedicated advisor system.
Services
Criminal Defence
Family Law
Prison Law
Motoring Offences
Legal Aid Assessments
Parole Board Representation
Care Proceedings
Domestic Abuse Cases
Adoption Services
Police Station Advice
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 police station call-out service
- Free legal aid assessments for family matters
- Specialist prison law team with 25+ years' experience
- Higher Rights Advocates for complex court cases
- Nationwide service with local office accessibility
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Association of Prison Lawyers
Services
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence team provides expert legal representation from police station through to Crown Court. With over 30 years' experience handling serious cases including murder and fraud, we offer 24/7 availability and specialist lawyers for each case. Our proven track record includes successful outcomes in complex trials and appeals.
Family Law
Specialist family law services cover care proceedings, domestic abuse cases, and adoption matters. We provide free legal aid assessments and fixed-fee consultations. Our accredited solicitors represent clients in PLO meetings and court proceedings, prioritising children's welfare in all decisions.
Prison Law
Prison law services include parole board representation and adjudication support. Available nationwide, we assist with sentence calculations and mandatory reviews. Legal aid options available, with specialist advocates handling cases across Northern England's prison network.
Motoring Offences
Comprehensive motoring offence representation includes speed limits and disqualification cases. We offer fixed fees for guilty pleas and transparent pricing for trials. Services cover court preparation, evidence analysis, and sentencing advice for both legal aid and private clients.
Emergency Legal Aid
24/7 emergency legal services available for police station attendances and urgent court cases. Immediate assistance provided for clients facing arrest or sudden court appearances, with free initial advice and rapid response times prioritised.
People
Marcus Farrar
Principal Solicitor
Principal Solicitor since 2019 with post-qualification experience in criminal and prison law. Oversees firm strategy while maintaining hands-on legal practice. Holds BSc, MSc and PgDip qualifications in law and legal practice.
Warren Ridley
Criminal Law Solicitor
Higher Rights Advocate with extensive experience in criminal defence cases. Qualified LL.B with postgraduate legal practice diploma. Specialises in complex cases requiring court appeals and serious offence representation.
Emma Grayson-Bollon
Family Law Solicitor
Children's Panel Member with specialist accreditation in family law. Handles care proceedings and domestic abuse cases. Qualified BVC with additional expertise in law and IT applications for legal practice.
Gaynor Higginbotham
Prison Law Advocate
Prison law specialist with criminology background and graduate law qualifications. Focuses on prisoners' rights and adjudication processes. Provides expert representation for clients in custody and on licence.
Siobhan White
Criminal Defence Solicitor
Higher Rights Advocate with significant experience in police station and court representation. Specialises in serious criminal cases requiring detailed legal analysis and strategic defence planning.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in criminal defence, family law, and prison law with dedicated teams for each practice area.
Do you offer emergency legal assistance?
Yes, we provide 24/7 police station call-out service and urgent court representation.
Can I get legal aid for family matters?
We offer free legal aid assessments for family law cases to determine eligibility.
What motoring offence services do you provide?
We handle all motoring offences including disqualification cases with fixed fee and trial options.
Do you handle adoption cases?
Yes, we specialise in step-parent adoption and care proceedings with expert legal guidance.
