FAQS

If you or someone you care about has been accused of a crime, it can be a very challenging time. We’ve put together an FAQ section to help answer the most common questions we receive from new clients.

Getting the right representation at an early stage is vital as it can make all the difference between whether the police or CPS decide to proceed with a prosecution. If you have any additional questions or would like to arrange a consultation, please don’t hesitate to call our experienced solicitors.

There are many solicitors in London - but our 5 star reviews speak for us. Why do we provide such a positive experience? We're criminal law experts - we don't focus on anything else - and all our solicitors are highly experienced.

With BSQ, you only get partner-level support throughout your case - there is no palming off to junior associates, trainees or paralegals. We are passionate about what we do and our results show we can be trusted to deliver the best outcomes.

Yes, we do accept third-party instructions however we will ultimately need the permission of the person concerned. If you choose to fund another person’s defence case, will enter in to a third party funding arrangement with you.

Due to cuts in government funding which make legal aid practice financially unsustainable and so we can offer the best possible service to our clients, we do not in general take on legal aid cases save in certain circumstances. Contact our offices for a confidential and no obligation discussion about your case.

We provide all our clients with a list of the barristers that we consider to be suitable for their particular case. We work from a shortlist of highly regarded chambers who feature in all the legal directories. The final decision as to who to instruct is one that we take in collaboration with our clients. If you have a strong view on who should be instructed we will of course discuss this with you.

Yes, all are our clients receive the mobile phone number of their solicitor. Whilst we anticipate that most client enquiries can be dealt with during working hours, clients are free to discuss their case with the lawyer at other times when necessary.

You have the right to legal representation and to speak to a solicitor before you are interviewed. We would strongly advise you the exercise to that right. A solicitor can advise you of your rights whilst you are in police detention and ensure the police follow the correct procedures. Most importantly, a lawyer will be able to advise you on the merits of the case against you. This is critically important as what you say at the police station will have a major bearing on whether or not you are prosecuted and the outcome of your case.

We offer competitive rates and flexible payment terms including fixed fees. We can also put you in touch with third parties that may be able to help you finance your legal defence team. You can opt to pay us via an online payment system.

If you have been accused of a crime related to your work then your insurance should cover you. We will make enquiries on your behalf with your insurers to clarify the terms of your policy and advise you of the options open to you.

Yes, we offer a nationwide service. Contact our offices for a confidential and no obligation discussion.