Private Criminal Defence Solicitors
for Serious & Complex Allegations

Experienced Defence in Serious, Sensitive and Complex Matters

Strategic Representation from Investigation to Final Hearing

Libra Law Solicitors is a specialist criminal defence firm providing strategic legal representation across Oxford, London and the Thames Valley. We are regularly instructed by clients throughout the UK requiring experienced criminal defence solicitors and carefully managed legal representation in serious, complex and sensitive criminal matters across England and Wales.

We represent professionals, business owners, executives and private individuals facing criminal investigation and prosecution where their reputation, career, financial interests, family life, liberty and future opportunities are at risk. We understand the serious legal and personal consequences criminal allegations may bring and provide discreet, strategic and carefully managed legal representation where liberty, reputation, professional standing and future opportunities may be at risk.

Our approach is meticulous, pragmatic and personally managed, focused on protecting legal interests through careful preparation, sound judgement and tailored legal representation throughout the life of a case.

Call 24/7 for Immediate Legal Advice: London office: 0204 610 0807 or Oxford office 01865 921 807

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Criminal Matters We Defend

We represent individuals facing criminal allegations, investigations and prosecution, providing clear advice and strategic representation where liberty, reputation, professional standing or wider legal consequences may be at risk.

We defend matters involving:

Theft, fraud and dishonesty allegations
Assault, violence and public order offences
Drug-related allegations and investigations
Harassment and communications offences
Sexual offence allegations and sensitive matters
Serious and complex criminal allegations
Multi-defendant and conspiracy proceedings
Police investigation and prosecution matters

Investigation & Pre-Charge Support

We advise individuals facing police investigation, arrest, interview and pre-charge matters, providing clear advice and representation where allegations, evidence, charging decisions or wider consequences may affect the course of a case.

We advise on:

Police interviews and voluntary attendance
Arrest, detention and investigation matters
Police bail and related conditions
Pre-charge strategy and representation
Evidence review and early case analysis
Disclosure and evidential concerns
Representation before charging decisions
Crown Court preparation and case planning

Early Advice In Criminal Cases

We advise individuals at the earliest stage of criminal investigations, providing clear advice and strategic representation where allegations, interviews, evidence or wider legal consequences may influence the direction of a case.

We advise on:

Immediate advice following police contact or investigation
Preparation before police interview
Interview strategy and legal guidance
Early evidence review and case analysis
Interview under caution matters
Communications and evidential concerns
Early assessment of legal options
Court preparation and procedural planning

Criminal Defence Representation

We represent individuals from investigation and interview through to court proceedings, providing clear advice and strategic representation where allegations, prosecution, sentencing or wider legal consequences arise.

We represent clients in:

Police investigations and voluntary interviews
Arrest, detention and police station attendance
Police bail and pre-charge matters
Magistrates’ Court proceedings and hearings
Crown Court preparation and trial strategy
Evidence review and defence planning
Sentencing and mitigation submissions
Appeals and post-conviction advice

Discreet & Confidential

We provide discreet confidential legal advice where criminal investigations, reputation, professional standing or personal circumstances are at risk.

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Strategic Defence Advice

Our criminal defence solicitors provide measured guidance, thorough preparation and proactive representation to protect our clients’ position.

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Nationwide Representation

We represent clients across England and Wales, providing private criminal defence from our Oxford and London offices.

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24 / 7 Legal Advice

Criminal investigations may require urgent legal advice. Our team is available 24/7 following police contact, arrest, interview or investigation.

FAQs

Do I Need a Solicitor If I Am Under Criminal Investigation?

Obtaining legal guidance at an early stage is often important during a criminal investigation to help protect legal rights, assess evidence and ensure matters are approached appropriately from the outset.

Should I Attend a Police Interview Without Legal Advice?

Legal guidance should usually be obtained before attending a police interview or answering questions. Whether attendance is voluntary or following arrest, early support may help clarify the legal position and evidential issues.

Can Police Charge Me Without Enough Evidence?

Charging decisions depend on the evidence available, legal tests and prosecutorial assessment. In some matters, investigations conclude without charge, while others proceed depending on the evidential position and wider circumstances.

How Long Do Criminal Investigations Take?

Timescales vary depending on the seriousness of the matter, evidential complexity, disclosure, expert material and whether multiple parties are involved.

What Happens If I Am Charged With a Criminal Offence?

Court attendance and procedural requirements may follow. Early preparation may influence how a matter develops and the decisions taken throughout proceedings.

Can Criminal Allegations Affect My Career or Reputation?

Yes. Criminal investigations and prosecution may affect employment, professional standing, travel, reputation and future opportunities, including before court proceedings begin.

Why Instruct Libra Law Solicitors

Libra Law Solicitors is a firm built on specialism. Criminal defence is not one department within a wider practice it is the entirety of ours. We do not undertake legal aid work or practise across unrelated areas of law. Criminal defence forms the exclusive focus of our practice, with our solicitors regularly advising clients in serious, complex and professionally sensitive criminal matters.

We advise professionals, business owners, executives, and private individuals facing criminal investigation, prosecution and court proceedings requiring strategic judgement, discretion and carefully managed legal representation.

Clients value:

Direct access to experienced criminal defence solicitors
A privately funded specialist firm focused exclusively on criminal defence
Early strategic legal advice from police contact and investigation onwards
Careful preparation for police interviews, voluntary attendance, hearings and court proceedings
Careful case preparation, evidential analysis and defence planning throughout proceedings
Representation in serious, complex and professionally sensitive criminal matters
Personally managed representation with continuity throughout the case
Clear, practical guidance during serious, high-pressure and life-changing circumstances

Our focus is straightforward protecting our clients’ legal position, liberty, reputation and future through meticulous preparation, strategic judgement and carefully managed defence representation.

Speak to a Criminal Defence Solicitor

If you are under investigation or facing criminal allegations, obtaining legal guidance at an early stage may be important. Libra Law Solicitors provides representation, clear guidance and immediate assistance where urgent advice or legal defence advice may be required.