Criminal Defence Lawyers’ Fees
At Moeen & Co. Solicitors, we aim to offer competitive rates for our specialist legal services. Below is the chart outlining our service charges for your convenience and planning. Feel free to discuss the best price we can offer you on a fixed fee basis.
Our legal fee will depend on the seriousness of the offence and the complexity of the matter.
| Criminal Law / Regulatory Offences | Our Fees |
| Police Station attendance (fixed fee) | £300 - £600 per Interview Depending on the seriousness of the offence, complexity of the matter and number of hours spent at the Police Station. You are likely to be eligible for free advice and representations. Please contact us to confirm. |
| Magistrates' court first appearance/routine hearing/sentence | £500 - £1,000 Depending on the seriousness of the offence and complexity of the matter. |
| Trial at magistrate courts (starting fee) | £1,500 - £5,000 plus disbursements Depending on the seriousness of the offence and complexity of the matter. |
| Appeal from magistrate court (starting fee) | £2,000 plus disbursements |
| Crown Court guilty plea (starting fee) | £1,500 - £5,000 plus disbursements Depending on the seriousness of the offence and complexity of the matter. |
| Crown Court not guilty plea | £5,000 to £30,000 plus disbursements Depending on the seriousness of the offence, complexity of the matter and number of page count. For more complex matters, an hourly fee may apply. |
Hourly Charges
When dealing with matters where we charge an hourly rate, we will be pleased to give you clear and open advice about the costs that you will incur in instructing us to act on your behalf. Our hourly fees will be calculated using the below hourly rates and will depend on the level of experience of the solicitor or Fee earner dealing with your matter and the complexity of the matter.
Details of the hourly rates are as under:
- Hourly Rate of Solicitor: £300.00 per hour
- Hourly Rate of Trainee/Paralegal: £150.00 per hour
However, we are happy to discuss our fee estimates and hourly rates with you to give a closer estimate of the likely costs bearing in mind the level and complexity of your case.
Legal Disclaimer
The information provided is for general informational purposes only and should not be taken as legal advice. While we make every effort to ensure accuracy, the law may change, and the information may not reflect the most current legal developments. No warranty is given regarding the accuracy or completeness of the information, and we do not accept liability in such cases. We recommend consulting with a qualified lawyer at Moeen & Co. Solicitors before making any decisions based on the information provided on this website.
