Crime
UK Guide 2025 : North East
Band 1
About
Provided by David Gray Solicitors
The firm has a large general criminal defence practice. The award winning Crime team at David Gray undertake Private client defence work which receives significant instructions in serious and complex crime matters. The team are top ranked for providing expert advice and representation and offer a 24-hour service, key services include:
- Criminal Offences
- Magistrates Court Solicitors
- Motoring Offences
- Police Station Advice
- Representation at Crown Court
- Restraint Orders & Proceeds of Crime
- Driving Offences
- Benefit Fraud
The team are led by Brian Hegarty who is a higher court advocate.
Chambers Review
David Gray Solicitors offers a highly regarded criminal law practice in Newcastle. The team represents clients in a wide range of serious crime cases, from sexual offences and drugs supply through to modern slavery and organised crime. The firm has substantial in-house advocacy capabilities and can also support clients requiring additional advice on areas such as immigration and family law.
Brian Hegarty is head of the crime department and a key contact.
Members
Provided by David Gray Solicitors
Amy Lamb
Brian Hegarty
Head of Department
Hannah Mostoufi
James Rickerby
Janice Hall
Josh Hart
Michael Gibson