Black and Co is a long established law firm that has since grown into a substantial practice enjoying an excellent reputation among its fellow law practitioners. Our office is located in Earl Shilton, close to a free car park and bus stop. We act for clients in many different Courts and Police Stations, within Leicestershire and further afield.
We have a Legal Aid Franchise so are in a position to offer our services on a private or Legal Aid basis, depending on each persons individual circumstances and/or requirements. We frequently represent our Clients in the Magistrates' and Crown Courts. We also have experience of representing Clients at the Court of Appeal.
We have a Legal Aid Franchise so are in a position to offer our services on a private or Legal Aid basis, depending on each persons individual circumstances and/or requirements. We frequently represent our Clients in the Magistrates' and Crown Courts. We also have experience of representing Clients at the Court of Appeal.
Services
Our offices are situated at 14 Wood Street, Earl Shilton, which is a detached building fronting the main thoroughfare running through Earl Shilton, in the centre of the village amongst several shops and opposite the library. Earl Shilton is one of the largest villages in Leicestershire ideally placed on the A47 between Hinckley and Leicester, close to junctions of the M1 and M69.
At Black and Co we have a small but specialised and highly skilled criminal defence team that undertakes every aspect of criminal law in the Magistrates' Court, Crown Court and Court of Appeal. We pride ourselves on our dedication and ability to provide a proactive forensic and investigative approach to all of our case preparation, ensuring a diligent but sensitive representation for all of our clients.
Legal Aid enables us to act for clients charged with a criminal offence free of charge, however whilst it is available for many people, there is an Income Test which will establish whether you are eligible for free representation.
If you would like us to apply for Legal Aid then we will require your latest wage slip if you are employed; or documentation confirming which benefit you receive and your National Insurance Number if you are not employed.If you are due to appear before any criminal court in the near future, then please contact our office to arrange an appointment to discuss your requirements.
If you would like us to apply for Legal Aid then we will require your latest wage slip if you are employed; or documentation confirming which benefit you receive and your National Insurance Number if you are not employed.If you are due to appear before any criminal court in the near future, then please contact our office to arrange an appointment to discuss your requirements.
If you are not eligible for Legal Aid funding, either because of your personal financial circumstances or the nature of the offence alleged, our dedicated and specialised team is able to offer you a comprehensive service for very competitive rates. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
We are usually able offer a consultation with one of our solicitors within 48 hours of your call, and will be happy to provide you with an estimate of costs from the outset.When contacting our office, please have to hand any documentation you may have from the Police or Courts, as we will need to know the specifics of any alleged offence, details of which court and appearance dates, as well as your contact details.
We are usually able offer a consultation with one of our solicitors within 48 hours of your call, and will be happy to provide you with an estimate of costs from the outset.When contacting our office, please have to hand any documentation you may have from the Police or Courts, as we will need to know the specifics of any alleged offence, details of which court and appearance dates, as well as your contact details.
Our professional rules require that we should publish guidance as to our fees for minor road traffic matters. Legal Aid may be available to enable us to represent clients free of charge. You should find out whether Legal Aid is available before considering instructing us on a privately funded basis.
