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Discover how early legal advice before charge changes case outcomes.

How a pre-charge solicitor differs from a duty solicitor.

See how pre-charge representation in the UK stops cases before they reach court.

Pre-charge representation solicitor: defend before charge.

Know when to engage a pre-charge solicitor to safeguard your legal position.

Learn how a pre-charge solicitor UK helps protect you before formal charges.

How duty solicitors differ from post-charge ones in the UK criminal defence.

Find out what happens in your first post-charge solicitor consultation in the UK.

Key legal steps to take after being charged with a criminal offence in the UK

Find out when to hire a post-charge solicitor in the UK.

Find out what a post-charge lawyer does after you've been charged.

Handy guide to selecting the best post-charge solicitors in the UK for timely defence.

Understand the difference between criminal defence solicitors and duty solicitors in the UK.

Learn why hiring a criminal defence lawyer before court can protect your case.

Learn how to select a criminal defence solicitor who truly protects your interests.

Learn what criminal defence solicitors do and why top experts matter in your case.

When your freedom is at stake, an experienced solicitor is your strongest defence.

How adept criminal solicitors can help represent your case better

Take a look at the role of criminal defence lawyers in serious cases.

Discover what a criminal defence solicitor in the UK does to help your case.

Gain insight into the court process for sexual offences.

How UK solicitors build strong defences and help clients facing sexual offence cases.

Holborn Adams defends clients in sexual offence interviews, protecting their rights.

The role our sexual offence defence solicitor in the UK plays in sexual offence cases.

Best sexual offence solicitor in the UK delivering potent defence and trusted results.

CPS confirms no charges against Andrew Tate after review.

The Facts About Admissibility, Pressure, and Protection.

How stop and search works, outline your police search rights in the UK, and show how to respond lawfully.

At the heart of English criminal law are two key ideas: the act and the intent.

Understanding Device Seizures During UK Investigations.

In this aticle, we give an expert criminal solicitor's take on creating a defence strategy.

In recent years, instead of being placed on pre-charge bail, increasing numbers of suspects have been released under investigation, or RUI.

Facing a police investigation is one of the most unsettling experiences anyone can go through. Find out ow we can help.

When your freedom, family, or reputation is at risk, the last thing you want is a solicitor whose loyalty is divided. Yet that’s precisely the risk that comes with hiring a firm that tries to juggle both legal aid and private clients.

In this article, we discuss the methods police use to find out about indecent images online and how they trace them back to individuals.

This article defines the categories of indecent images and outlines the process of categorising them.

This article discusses how many indecent images cases are dropped in England and Wales every year and what defences can be used.

Holborn Adams delivers discreet, expert pre-charge defence in sexual offence cases, protecting clients’ rights, reputations, and futures through early intervention, evidence-led strategy, and holistic support.

Holborn Adams remains the UK’s gold standard in pre-charge defence, helping clients avoid criminal charges through rapid, expert legal intervention. With a proven record across fraud, sexual allegations, cross-border cases, and high-profile matters, their dedicated team protects reputations and futures before a case reaches court.

Holborn Adams specialises in early legal intervention, stepping in during the pre-charge stage to protect clients’ rights, shape investigations, and often prevent charges altogether. Our proactive approach includes rapid response, direct engagement with investigators, evidence-led defence building, and holistic client support covering legal, personal, and reputational needs.

It’s a common belief that money guarantees success in the UK legal system - but that’s a myth. As Holborn Adams explains, it’s not wealth that wins cases, but strategy. High-net-worth individuals may face greater risks - like media exposure, travel restrictions, and reputational damage - but early, proactive legal action through pre-charge engagement is what truly protects them.

Many people wrongly believe they must wait silently until charged when under investigation in the UK. In reality, the law allows—and increasingly encourages—a proactive approach known as pre-charge engagement. In this article, Holborn Adams explains how early legal intervention can provide crucial evidence, correct misunderstandings, and help prevent wrongful charges. Far from interfering, pre-charge defence creates transparency, protects reputations, and supports a fairer justice system.

In today’s digital age, your online activity - from search history and social media posts to private messages - can be used as evidence in UK criminal investigations. This article explores how digital footprints are increasingly shaping pre-charge police procedures, often before formal accusations are made. Holborn Adams highlights the legal risks of handing over devices, the dangers of misinterpreted metadata, and the rising role of digital forensics in early-stage investigations.

Holborn Adams, an international law firm frequently featured in leading media outlets, is representing Andrew and Tristan Tate in relation to criminal and civil proceedings in the United Kingdom.

In today’s media-driven world, high-profile individuals under investigation can face severe reputational damage - even before charges are filed. This article explores how Holborn Adams combines expert legal defence with strategic media management to protect clients from “trial by media.” From controlling information flow to shaping public narratives, we ensure our clients’ reputations are defended as strongly as their legal rights.

Digital evidence like CCTV, phone records, emails, and social media now plays a central role in criminal investigations - but it’s not always reliable. Misinterpretations, flawed forensics, and biased analysis can lead to wrongful accusations. This article explains why the pre-charge stage is the most critical time to challenge digital evidence and secure expert legal support. At Holborn Adams, we specialise in using advanced digital forensics to dismantle weak cases, expose misleading evidence, and prevent charges before they’re brought.

When high-profile individuals face criminal allegations, reputational damage can be swift and devastating - often occurring before any formal charges are brought. This article from Holborn Adams explores how pre-charge engagement empowers defence teams to intervene early, challenge weak cases, and protect the careers, privacy, and public image of celebrities, executives, and other public figures.

Professional athletes in the UK face unique legal and reputational risks when accused of misconduct. This article from Holborn Adams explores how early, pre-charge legal intervention can protect athletes’ careers, finances, and public image - before a case ever reaches court or the media.

Every year, thousands of U.S. citizens are arrested in the UK due to misunderstandings of British law. This guide from Holborn Adams outlines key legal differences, common mistakes Americans make, and how pre-charge legal representation can protect your rights, freedom, and reputation while abroad.

For high-profile individuals, being under investigation can trigger immediate reputational and legal risks - even without formal charges. This guide from Holborn Adams explains how expert pre-charge legal representation helps public figures protect their rights, manage media fallout, and prevent charges before they arise.

Wrongful charges can ruin lives - but pre-charge engagement gives suspects a chance to prevent them before they happen. In this post, Holborn Adams explains how early legal intervention protects reputations, prevents injustice, and gives clients the best chance of avoiding charges altogether.

Everyone deserves fair legal representation - no matter the allegation. Holborn Adams explains why early defence and impartial justice are vital to protecting rights and upholding the law.

The concept of pre-charge engagement has redefined the landscape of criminal defence in the UK. It represents a proactive approach that enables suspects to work with their legal defence to actively shape the course of investigations before charges are formally brought.

Few things are more terrifying than being charged with a crime. Unfortunately, many people accused by the police or CPS will lose precious time attempting to overcome the shock when they should be contacting an experienced pre-charge solicitor.

Navigating a criminal investigation without being formally charged can be a nightmare. At Holborn Adams, one of the leading defence lawyers in London, we’ve seen firsthand how the period of legal uncertainty that follows an accusation is often fraught with anxiety, stress, and confusion. For those facing this situation, especially high-profile individuals, the fear of public exposure and reputational damage can make the emotional toll even worse.

We discuss the different questions you should ask yourself when deciding the best law firm to instruct to defend your criminal case.

In this article, we discuss the tell tale signs that HMRC have launched an investigation into your finances and what you should do.

This article discusses the differences between legal aid and private defence solicitor firms.

In this article, we discuss whether or not you should stay silent during the pre-charge process.

In this post, we compare the differences in the pre-charge process in the UK vs US.

In this article, we discuss how to navigate the UK pre-charge process as a foreign national.

This article discusses how Holborn Adams takes on high-profile cases on an international stage.

This posts discusses key differences in US-UK legal systems, including pre-charge bail, defence solicitors, arrest rights, and more.

Directors Adam Rasul and Andrew Ford helped complete the Mike Tyson gym deal in Saudi Arabia.

Holborn Adams successfully assisted in the Tate brothers release from prison.

Holborn Adams continues the fight for the Tate brothers, helping secure Andrew Tate's freedom from house arrest pending trial.

Holborn Adams and UAE partners SOL International Ltd jointly advised Joe Gallagher to manage the Mike Tyson Boxing Gym in Saudi Arabia.

CEO of Holborn Adams, Adam Rasul, was invited to be an expert adviser on the Alec Baldwin case, live on 5 News.

Holborn Adams have been Instructed to represent the co-founder of Superdry in a sexual offence investigation.

Holborn Adams has been brought to Miami to assist in a death penalty case.

Holborn Adams excels in pre-charge representation, gaining media attention with high-profile cases like Phil Middlemiss and the Tate brothers.

The Tate brothers have appointed Adam Rasul and Andrew Ford to represent them for their case in Romania.

Watch a clip from BBC's Panorama where Holborn Adams is named as the legal representative for the individual under investigation.

Read about Holborn Adams' founder Adam's rise to success, in an interview with Manchester Evening News.

This article explains what to do when you have been falsely accused of sexual assault, including staying calm and instructing a solicitor.

This article discusses pre-charge representation, which provides legal assistance to those under investigation but not charged, and its benefits.

The article discusses how long it takes police to search a phone in the UK, factors that affect the speed, and whether you can speed up the process.

This article discusses the various methods HMRC uses to uncover undeclared income, including tools like Connect, targeted campaigns, and social media.

This article discusses how far back HMRC can investigate for unpaid tax, if they can reopen closed cases, and whether tax debt can be written off.

Worried about your bail address? Learn if police check it, how to request changes, and what to do if you need flexibility with your bail conditions.

This article explains the likelihood of being investigated by HMRC and how they choose individuals or businesses to investigate.

Discover how police extract data from phones in the UK, including methods, data types, and your rights during an investigation.

This article explains whether HMRC can access your bank account, the legal basis for doing so, and whether they can take your money without permission.

This article explains penalties for tax evasion, how sentences are decided, what activities lead to charges, and how to handle potential charges.

Can the police take your phone without permission? Learn when they can confiscate it, access data, and what you can do to protect your rights.

This article covers HMRC VAT inspections, including the process, triggers, possible penalties, and how to handle potential issues.

Worried the police might access your WhatsApp? Learn how they can retrieve messages, including deleted ones, and what you can do to protect your data.

Can the police track your phone? Learn how they can access your data, when they can seize it, and what rights you have in this situation.

Learn how long police can hold your property without charging you, how to request its return, and when you can expect it back after an investigation.

This post discusses the difference between tax avoidance and tax evasion, providing definitions, examples, and penalties for each.

Learn how long the police can keep your phone during an investigation, the process for returning it, and how to request its return early.

This post discusses VAT fraud, its penalties, sentencing guidelines, factors affecting sentences, and how to reduce penalties with expert legal help.

Learn how to request your property back from the police, whether you're uncharged, released with no further action, or facing charges.

This article explains what an HMRC investigation entails, why it might happen, potential penalties, and steps to take if you're under investigation.

Police can investigate indefinitely for serious crimes, but summary offences have a 6-month limit. Learn what to expect and how to protect yourself.

Police have 6 months to charge summary offences, but serious crimes have no limit. Learn how long investigations take and what factors affect them.

Find out if you can work while on police bail, whether you need to inform your employer, and if you can request changes to your bail conditions.

Managing public perception in pre-charge investigations is crucial. Learn how crisis media strategies and expert legal advice protect your reputation.

Saying “no comment” in a police interview is your legal right but may have consequences. Learn when to use it and why legal advice matters.