Person fastening an ankle monitor over a white sock, illustrating suspended sentences in criminal defense.
How do suspended sentences work, and when are they used?
Partner, Sean Caulfield and Trainee, Darcey Hayes break down how suspended sentences work, when they are imposed, and the significant reforms introduced by the Sentencing Act 2026.
#CriminalDefence #SuspendedSentences #LegalSupport
100 editions of The Beacon - 100 editions of expert insight.
As the 100th edition is coming, let’s look back on where we came from. Visit our LinkedIn page today for the story of how The Beacon started.
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Our Pre-Order Special for printed copies of Professor Sankoff’s Guide to Criminal Defences (2nd Edition) ends Sunday! Get your copy at a discounted price today!
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🎉 Just 1 day to go…
Something special is coming tomorrow… 👀
It only happens once a year — and you won’t want to miss it. Stay tuned.
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A special Criminal Defence Essentials (CDE) celebration is around the corner…
It only happens once a year.
Any guesses what it might be?
Stay tuned — we’ll be revealing it soon.
#CriminalDefence #LegalCommunity #StayTuned
The Beacon is CDE’s incredibly popular netletter, and the 100th edition is just around the corner. Visit our social media over the next few weeks for memories of past editions, feedback from the community, and more!
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Sharpen your practice with the second edition of Professor Sankoff’s Guide to Criminal Defences! Get your copy today today: criminaldefenceessentials.com
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We are hiring a #CriminalDefence Solicitor, with 4–5 years PQE, to join our team based in #London.
Manage serious criminal cases, conduct Crown Court advocacy and work on high-profile matters while advancing social justice. Police Station Accreditation desirable.
#LegalCareers #HiringNow
We’re hiring a Criminal Defence Paralegal for our Protest & General teams based in London.
You will assist solicitors working on leading protest cases and general crime matters while building hands-on court experience.
#HiringNow #CriminalDefence #London #LegalCareers
We are looking for a #CriminalDefence Solicitor (2–3 PQE) to join our Protest & General Crime team based in #London.
If you are committed to social justice, confident in criminal litigation and ready to build your higher court advocacy experience, we would love to hear from you.
#LegalCareers
We are seeking a Crime Paralegal to join our team based in London.
Support complex criminal inquiries, develop your legal skills and work in a firm committed to social justice.
#HiringNow #CriminalDefence #London
What is misconduct in public office & why is it back in the spotlight?
Partner, Sean Caulfield & Trainee Solicitor, Grace Gentle unpack the allegations involving Peter Mandelson, the Epstein disclosures, & the legal reality behind this rarely used offence.
#Misconduct #CriminalDefence #LegalAdvice
Legal experts are questioning whether police are using powers they no longer have to restrict protests.
Partner, Raj Chada considers the impact of the Court of Appeal ruling and what it means for protesters, campaign groups and democratic freedoms.
#ProtestLaw #CriminalDefence #PeacefulProtest
Podcast – Listen to our Trailer for Season 2 Episode 1 - Criminal Defence - Private Detectives talk about some of the cases they have handled compiling evidence for those accused of a crime in the United Kingdom and Europe #privatedetective #criminaldefence
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Podcast - Criminal Defence - Private Detectives of Answers Investigation talk about some of the cases they have handled compiling evidence for those accused of a crime in the United Kingdom and Europe #privatedetective #criminaldefence
Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/0orF...
A great evening in the office celebrating the merger with Birds Solicitors and their move into our Criminal Defence team.
This merger marks an exciting chapter for our firm and strengthens our commitment to providing exceptional criminal defence representation.
#CriminalDefence #Merger
Portrait of Darrell Ennis-Gayle, Partner in our Criminal Defence Team alongside quote from Press article in comments.
A key step toward justice.
The CCRC has referred the Moss Side joint enterprise convictions back to the Court of Appeal. Partner, Darrell Ennis-Gayle’s work helped show that the prosecution’s gang narrative was fundamentally flawed.
#MiscarriageOfJustice #CriminalDefence #CoutOfAppeal
Delighted that our team has been named in The Times Best Law Firms 2026.
Recognised in the categories of “Crime” and “Financial Crime, Fraud & Regulatory”, this is a testament to our unwavering defence of clients and dedication to justice.
#BestLawFirms #LegalExcellence #CriminalDefence
We’re delighted to announce that Olliers Solicitors has once again been recognised as one of The Times Best Law Firms 2026.
Well done to everyone at Olliers!
Follow the link below for the full write-up.
www.olliers.com/news/olliers...
#thetimesbestlawfirms #criminaldefence
This is a fantastic panel about women who practice #criminaldefence law. Three women who’ve been subjected to bullying from male colleagues and labelled as gender traitors by women. Fortunately, they have ideas on how to make things better #cdnlaw #cdnpoli
Our #Spotlight is on Raj Chada Partner & Head of our #CriminalDefence team.
A calm authority in high-stakes matters, Raj is widely recognised for his tenacity, legal clarity, and compassion.
A true leader in his field.
🔥 Hot off the press!
I'm excited to share my latest publication on age diversity in the duty solicitor scheme.
👉read full article here: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
#dutysolicitors #criminallegalaid #criminaldefence #legalprofession
A solicitor discusses evidence photos with a client during a criminal defence consultation at a wooden desk.
You don’t need to be guilty to need a solicitor.
A voluntary police interview can still be used as evidence against you. Solicitor, Sarah Moulange breaks down what really happens in the room, from obtaining disclosure to protecting your rights under caution.
#CriminalDefence #PoliceInterview
Olliers Solicitors is hosting our Virtual Insight Day for the second year, taking place on Friday, 12th September 2025.
Deadline to apply: Friday 5th September 2025
Apply via the link below.
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#criminaldefence #lawstudents #ollierssolicitors
Olliers Solicitors is hosting our Virtual Insight Day for the second year, taking place on Friday, 12th September 2025.
Deadline to apply: Friday 5th September 2025
Apply via the link below.
forms.office.com/pages/respon...
#criminaldefence #lawstudents #ollierssolicitors
