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Criminal Defence across London and the UK

Astons Law Chambers

Astons Law Chambers is a BSB regulated criminal defence advocacy, providing expert support across the UK. We support with everything from violence related offences, drugs defence, to emergency support and police station callouts.

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Trusted and regulated

Regulated by the Bar Standards Board 4.9 Google Reviews

Ways to get in touch

Police station & emergency support

If you are in police custody and need support, call 07922 247 999 now.

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Book a consultation

If you'd like to book a time to speak with the barrister use the button below

If you'd like to book a time to speak about your case, press here

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Send a message

Use the form below to explain your situation. Astons Law Chambers will get back to you.

Your message must contain a minimum of 25 characters and a maximum of 750.

Offences covered

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What to do now

Three situations the practice is contacted about most, and what to do in each.

Arrested or under investigation

You have the right to legal representation and the right to stay silent. Speak to a barrister before you answer police questions. Decisions taken at the police station shape the rest of the case.

Free guide: what to do in the first 24 hours after an arrest Police station representation →

Asked to attend a police interview

A voluntary interview is still conducted under caution. What you say is used as evidence. A barrister can attend the interview with you. Arrange this before the interview date.

Free guide: do you need a lawyer at a voluntary police interview Police station representation →

Charged or sent a court summons

A charge or a summons sets a first hearing date. Bring any paperwork and the date to a first call. The call covers the plea and what to expect at the hearing.

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How Direct Access works

Astons Law Chambers is authorised to accept instructions from members of the public under the Bar Standards Board's Public Access scheme. A solicitor is not required for many types of case.

How Direct Access works →

  1. Call or message

    A short conversation to outline the situation. For immediate support, call 07922 247 999 now.

  2. Scope and fee

    A written client-care letter setting out the work, the fee, and VAT before any instruction is accepted.

  3. Representation

    Advice, drafting, and advocacy through to the conclusion of the matter.

Where legal aid applies, it is available through partner solicitor firms rather than directly from Astons Law Chambers.

Fees are quoted in writing before work begins

Indicative ranges are published for transparency. A specific fee for the work in your case is set out in a client-care letter you receive before agreeing to instruct.

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Hourly
£175–£400 + VAT
First appearance / plea
£500–£1,500
Written advice
£75–£1,500
Single day hearing
£700–£3,500
Trial brief fee
£1,500–£3,000+
Trial refresher (per day)
£700–£2,000

A short call with the barrister, scheduled for when it suits.

Pick a slot and confirm. For immediate support, call 07922 247 999 now.

Need help now?

Police custody or an imminent hearing — call instead of booking.

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  • Direct with the barrister.
  • A written fee is set out before any work begins.

Prefer to message? Use WhatsApp.

Book a callback

For immediate support, call 07922 247 999 now, direct with the barrister.

Booking does not imply instruction.

Speak to someone today

Available 24/7 for police station representation. Call or WhatsApp any time.

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