Business Details
22 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Criminal Defence Solicitors in Bradford
Established in 2004, Highgate Solicitors specialise in criminal defence law with a proven track record of delivering exceptional client outcomes. Our team combines decades of collective experience with a client-centric approach, offering tailored legal strategies for cases ranging from motoring offences to high-profile fraud and serious violence. Recognised by leading barristers and clients alike for meticulous preparation and courtroom excellence, we provide 24/7 emergency representation and transparent fixed-fee packages. Our solicitors maintain deep expertise in Magisterial law and complex multi-jurisdictional cases, serving clients across the UK with unwavering dedication to justice. 
Services
Criminal Defence
Motoring Offences
Serious Violence
Drug Conspiracies
Sexual Allegations
Financial Crime
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years combined experience in criminal defence law
- Our team includes solicitors with specialist Magisterial law expertise
- We offer free initial consultations with no obligation
- Proven track record in complex multi-defendant drug and fraud cases
- Available 24/7 for emergency legal representation
What people say
Outstanding lawyers
No false promises
Totally personal service
Best results for clients
Outstanding advocate
Services
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence service provides expert legal support for all criminal charges. We offer strategic case preparation, court representation, and mitigation advice. Our solicitors specialise in challenging evidence, negotiating plea bargains, and securing acquittals in complex cases.
Motoring Offences
Specialist motoring law representation includes defending driving bans, challenging speeding tickets, and handling uninsured driving allegations. We use exceptional hardship arguments and technical legal challenges to protect clients' driving privileges and livelihoods.
Drug Conspiracies
We defend clients facing drug importation, production, and supply charges. Our team challenges forensic evidence, cell site analysis, and telephone data to secure reduced sentences or case dismissals in complex multi-defendant operations.
Serious Violence
Handling offences from assault to murder, we provide robust defence strategies for violent crime allegations. Our solicitors challenge forensic evidence, witness statements, and prosecution narratives to protect clients facing severe sentencing.
Financial Crime
We defend high-value fraud and money laundering allegations using forensic accounting analysis and expert witness testimony. Our team handles complex financial investigations and prosecutorial tactics in cases involving millions of pounds.
People
Ashfaq Chowdhury
Solicitor
Founder of Highgate Solicitors with 20 years' experience in criminal law. Specialises in Magisterial law and complex criminal defence. Recognised for courtroom advocacy and client-focused approach.
Umar Yasin
Solicitor
Experienced criminal defence solicitor handling murder, terrorism, and fraud cases. Known for courtroom etiquette and expertise in multi-defendant drug conspiracies across the UK.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in criminal defence including motoring offences, serious violence, drug conspiracies, sexual allegations, and financial crime cases across UK courts.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free no-obligation consultations to discuss your case details and legal options with our experienced solicitors.
Can you handle urgent legal matters?
Our team provides 24/7 emergency legal representation for urgent matters including police station attendances and immediate court appearances.
Do you accept legal aid cases?
We offer legally-aided representation where clients qualify, alongside competitive fixed-fee private arrangements for all our legal services.
What makes your firm different?
Our solicitors combine decades of experience with proactive case management, proven courtroom success, and a client-focused approach to criminal defence matters.
