Criminal Law
Allington Hughes is widely regarded as one of the leading firms in North Wales for criminal law. Our Criminal Team have been assessed as Category One - Excellence (the highest category) in an independent Legal Services Commission review. We are one of only 2 firms in Wales to achieve this and one of only 17 in the United Kingdom.
The team covering all our offices is based in Wrexham, providing assistance at Police Stations and representation at Magistrates’ and Crown Courts throughout the area.
Our knowledgeable and highly experienced team is led by Melissa Griffiths, who is recommended by the Legal 500. Melissa has been appointed a Solicitor Advocate (Higher Courts Criminal). She is able to appear in all criminal proceedings at the Crown Court or Higher Courts arising from any criminal cause.
We deal with all manner of cases and are dedicated to providing the best possible advice and representation, realising that for our clients, being involved in the Criminal Justice System can be a difficult and stressful experience.
A member of our team will be able to assist you with the following
- Police Station Representation
- Magistrates’ and Youth Court Representation
- Crown Court Representation
- Benefit Fraud Investigations
For more information please contact the specialist advisers in our Criminal Team on 01978 291000 or 01244 312166.
Comments from Clients
"I would definitely use your services again in the future should any matter arise."
"Very professional service. I understood everything."
Our Department Head for
Criminal Law is:
Melissa Griffiths
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