24-Hour Criminal Defence | London & Nationwide
Specialist Criminal Defence Solicitors
Immediate advice and representation — from the police station through to court proceedings.
If you or someone you care about is facing arrest, a police investigation or criminal charges in England and Wales, SJ Law can act immediately. Advice at the police station is free to everyone, at any hour.
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Police Custody
Someone you know is being held at a police station right now. Get a solicitor there fast, free of charge.
Someone is in custodyVoluntary Interview
Invited for a police interview without being arrested? You still need advice before you go.
The police want to interview meArrested & Released
Been arrested and let go while police continue investigating? Understand what happens next.
I have been arrested and releasedCourt Papers
Received a postal requisition, summons or charge notice? We will explain what it means and what to do.
I have received court papersFamily Member Arrested
Worried about someone in custody? We can advise you on how to support them right now.
A family member has been arrestedChange Solicitors
Not happy with your current representation? You have the right to switch, even mid-case.
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Criminal Offences
Serious, specialist representation across a full range of criminal allegations.
Criminal Defence Solicitors in Newham and East London
Established in 1998, SJ Law is a specialist criminal defence firm based in East Ham, representing clients throughout Newham, East London and across England and Wales — providing immediate advice and representation from investigation through to court.
Our solicitors advise and represent clients following arrest, during police investigations and voluntary interviews, and in proceedings before the Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court, combining substantial experience with clear, practical advice and direct personal service.
Police station advice and representation are free. For ongoing investigations and court proceedings, we offer criminal legal aid where available and private representation where appropriate.
Management Team
Meet the solicitors leading our criminal defence team.
How will I pay for representation?
Clear Advice About Legal Aid and Private Funding
Whether you are under arrest, attending a voluntary interview, released under investigation or facing court proceedings, we will explain your funding options clearly from the outset.
Legal advice and representation at a police station interview is normally free, regardless of your income. For court proceedings, you may qualify for criminal legal aid depending on your circumstances and the seriousness of the case. Where legal aid is unavailable or unsuitable, we also offer privately funded representation with clear information about costs.
Police Station Representation
Free and independent legal advice during a police station interview, whether you have been arrested or are attending voluntarily.
Criminal Legal Aid
We can assess your eligibility, prepare your application and explain whether any financial contribution may be required.
Private Representation
Partner-led representation with clearly defined work, costs and payment arrangements agreed in advance.
Discuss Your Funding Options
Speak to us before making any decision about representation.
Speak to a SolicitorCriminal Defence Across London and Nationwide
SJ Law is an East London-based specialist criminal defence firm representing clients across London and throughout England and Wales.
We provide advice and representation from the earliest stage of a criminal investigation through to Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court proceedings. Wherever your case begins, our team can coordinate your defence, advise on funding and arrange representation where required.
East London
Representing clients across Newham, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Waltham Forest, Tower Hamlets, Hackney and the surrounding areas.
Explore East LondonNorth London
Representing clients across Enfield, Barnet, Wood Green, Haringey, Camden, Islington and the surrounding areas.
Explore North LondonSouth London
Representing clients across Southwark, Lambeth, Lewisham, Greenwich, Bromley, Croydon, Sutton and the surrounding areas.
Explore South LondonWest London
Representing clients across Ealing, Hounslow, Hammersmith and Fulham, Brent, Harrow, Hillingdon, Richmond, Kensington and Chelsea, and the surrounding areas.
Explore West LondonCentral London
Representing clients across Westminster, the City of London and the principal central London districts.
Explore Central LondonNationwide Representation
SJ Law represents clients throughout England and Wales. Initial advice, case preparation and defence strategy are managed by our specialist team, with court and police station representation arranged wherever required.
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Call 020 8520 6600Visit Our Stratford Office
SJ Law, Burford Road, Stratford, London E15 2SP.
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Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Police station advice is always free. Legal aid and private funding options explained clearly before you commit to anything.