Fighting for People and
Justice
When criminal allegations have the power to change lives, you need a defence team that sees the person behind the case. Ashmans is built on strong defence, human understanding and recognised legal expertise.
Defence
Our History
Defending since 2009
Since 2009, the Ashmans team has combined technically strong defence strategies with specialist criminal law knowledge and genuine care for the people involved. Our mission has always been to fight for fairness, truth and the individuals behind the allegations.
We have built our reputation through the defence work we undertake for clients and the outcomes we help secure. Our criminal law solicitors are trusted by clients, barristers, accountants and legal professionals who refer high-stakes cases to us.
Our Vision
Fierce and Fearless Defence
Our vision is to be the most trusted and effective criminal defence firm, delivering expert legal representation with integrity, compassion and a clear commitment to justice.
We have built our reputation by standing beside clients in serious, complex and more straightforward cases. Whatever the allegation, our focus remains the same: protect your rights, defend your position and safeguard your future.
Our Mission
Always on Your Side
Our mission is to provide strategic, expert and compassionate legal defence for people and businesses facing criminal allegations.
As specialist criminal defence lawyers, we give clients confidence that their case is being handled by people who understand the law, the process and the personal impact of an allegation. We work to minimise damage, protect your position and safeguard your future with precision, experience and care.
Our Purpose
Safeguarding What Matters the Most
Fighting for justice is what drives us. We know that facing criminal charges can be one of the most difficult and uncertain times in your life. Standing between you and the consequences of conviction is what motivates the Ashmans team.
By combining criminal defence expertise with genuine care, we help you understand the legal process and the choices in front of you. We believe knowledge gives you confidence, so we keep you informed at every stage.
Our Values
Trust. Integregity. Compassion
At our core, we believe criminal defence should be built on strong ethical principles. Our three defining values shape how we advise, defend and how we support every client.
Trust
Clients come to us at some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. We build trust through:
- Providing honest, strategic and straightforward legal advice when people need it most.
- Giving clear, transparent guidance so clients understand our reasoning and their options.
- Maintaining recognised standards, including Legal 500 ranking and Lexcel accreditation.
Integrity
High standards matter. We strive for legal excellence alongside ethical defence and demonstrate our integrity through:
- Holding ourselves to the highest professional standards, supported by SRA regulation.
- Defending with commitment and fairness, without compromising on ethics.
- Building a reputation on credibility, trust and real results.
Compassion
Behind every case is a person who deserves to be defended and supported. This is shown through:
- Treating clients with respect, dignity and empathy.
- Providing clear, reassuring guidance at every stage of the legal process.
- Taking a client-first approach. We listen, build strong strategies and support clients through the emotional as well as legal challenges.
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Why Choose Us
Why Choose Ashmans Defence?
15+ years
Since our founding, we have represented numerous clients, making sure their voices are heard and their rights are protected.
10000+ cases handled
We have handled over 10,000 criminal defence cases, giving us deep experience, strategic judgement and the ability to act when it matters most.
85% success rate
Securing acquittals, dismissals and reduced charges through preparation, experience and careful defence strategy.
Our Notable Cases
Serious charges, successful results
Our criminal defence lawyers have represented clients facing a wide range of serious allegations. Explore examples of our work and the outcomes achieved through focused legal support.
Sentence Reduced in Historic Sexual Offences
Historic Sexual Abuse Allegations – Justice Secured
Unanimous Acquittal in Festival Consent Allegation
Credibility Challenged, Charges Reduced in Complex Domestic Case
Strategic Defence Secures Justice for Wrongly Accused Businessman
Revenge Attack Charge Reduced: Successful Defence
Conspiracy to Murder: A Complex Acquittal
Acquittal in High-Stakes Conspiracy to Murder Case
Acquittal in High-Profile Leeds Murder Investigation
Charges Reduced Through Strategic Defence
Wrongly Accused: Armed Robbery Charges Dismissed
Strategic Defence Secures Discontinuation in Fatal Collision Case
Exoneration in High-Stakes Armed Robbery Allegation
Dangerous Driving Allegation Involving Police Officer Successfully Reduced
Exceptional Hardship Defence Saves Doctor’s Driving Licence
Forged Titles and Negotiated Justice
Logistics Fraud Defence: Suspended Sentence Secured
Fraud by False Representation – Local Councillor Case
Conspiracy to Commit Fraud Involving Forged Cheques
Acquittal Secured in £40 Million Mortgage Fraud Case
Our trusted accreditations
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