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Rustem Guardian
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Rustem Guardian

UK 2026

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Leading firm in UK 2026

Overview

Provided by Rustem Guardian

Established in 2005, Rustem Guardian Solicitors is a leading UK criminal defence law firm specialising in complex crime, fraud, serious organised crime, homicide, extradition, international investigations, financial crime and regulatory offences. Our expert criminal defence solicitors deliver strategic legal representation, exceptional client service and proven results in high-profile, complex and cross-border cases.

Industry sectors (7)

  • General Crime
  • Financial Crime
  • Regulatory Crime
  • Criminal Appeals
  • Forfeiture & Confiscation
  • Police Station Investigations
  • Extradition

Capabilities (7)

  • Murder
  • Manslaughter
  • Sexual Offences
  • Violent Offences
  • Drug Offences
  • Fraud
  • Money Laundering

Key people

Provided by Rustem Guardian

  • Timur Rustem

    Managing Partner

  • Katerina Tsibouklis

    Solicitor

  • Ella Hughes

    Solicitor

  • Xiaoyong Ding

    Solicitor

Notable work

Provided by Rustem Guardian

R v JMC

2026Ongoing

Unanimous acquittal for 16-year-old boy charged with murder and manslaughter in a multi-handed trial at the Old Bailey.

R v KS

2026Completed

Successfully defended and secured acquittal of client charged with rape, threats to kill, and other serious offences.

Ranked Offices at Rustem Guardian

Provided by Rustem Guardian

UK - Head office

Greater London

44 Southampton Buildings, Holborn, Greater London, UK, WC2A 1AP, Holborn

Ranked Individuals at Rustem Guardian (2)

London (Firms)

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