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News and Insights

Explore our criminal defence insights, news updates, and in-depth case studies that demonstrate how we handle complex criminal cases.

Holborn Adams Instructed to Advise on LIV Golf Tour Contractual Matters
Holborn Adams Instructed to Advise on LIV Golf Tour Contractual Matters
Holborn Adams has recently been instructed to advise on contractual matters connected to LIV Golf Tour.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
August 18, 2026
released on bail what happens next​
The Role of Pre-Charge Submissions from First Contact to NFA
Understand pre-charge submissions, police bail, RUI and the route to NFA.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
October 2, 2026
insanity plea
Fitness to Plead and Psychiatric Issues in Sexual Allegations
Understand fitness to plead, mental capacity and psychiatric issues in criminal cases.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
October 1, 2026
cross complaints
Cross-Complaints and Counter-Allegations Strategic Considerations
Learn how to respond to cross-complaints while protecting your criminal defence.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
September 30, 2026
data return
Device Seizure and Data Return: Your Rights and Practical Steps
Understand your rights after police seize your phone, including data extraction and return.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
September 29, 2026
what is legal privilege
Legal Advice Privilege vs Litigation Privilege What Is the Difference?
Learn the key aspects related to legal advice privilege and litigation privilege.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
September 28, 2026
wrongly convicted​
Unsafe Convictions How the Court of Appeal Decides Whether a Conviction Is Safe
Understand how fresh evidence and appeal grounds can challenge an unsafe conviction.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
September 25, 2026
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Character Reference for Court Template and Guidance for Criminal Cases
Discover what to include in a character reference for court and mistakes to avoid.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
September 24, 2026
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Regional Guide: Sexual Offence Defence Solicitors in Bristol
Learn how specialist sexual offence solicitors can support you during a Bristol case.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
September 23, 2026
Pre‑Charge Engagement in the Region
Pre-Charge Defence Solicitors in Bristol
Specialist pre-charge defence advice for investigations and police interviews in Bristol.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 22, 2026
Pre‑Charge Defence Solicitors in Leeds
Pre-Charge Defence Solicitors in Leeds
Early pre-charge advice in Leeds can protect your position before a charging decision.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 21, 2026
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Common Pitfalls to Avoid Before You Are Charged
Key pre-charge mistakes to avoid and how early legal advice protects your position.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 18, 2026
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Rehabilitation Steps and Pre-Charge Advice: What Helps
How rehabilitation steps and pre-charge advice can shape a case outcome.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 17, 2026
Challenging Delay and Prejudice During Long Investigations
Challenging Delay and Prejudice During Long Investigations
How prolonged investigations can cause prejudice and what can be done.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 16, 2026
Alternatives to Charge: Cautions, Diversion and Outcomes
Alternatives to Charge: Cautions, Diversion, and Outcomes
Understand cautions, diversion and other outcomes before a criminal charge.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 15, 2026
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Requesting NFA: Persuasive Grounds Explained
How to build persuasive NFA requests at the pre-charge stage of an investigation.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 14, 2026
Outcomes: NFA, Caution or Charge
Evidential vs Public Interest: Using the Full Code Test
How the Full Code Test can shape a pre-charge decision.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 11, 2026
Digital Device Seizure After Charge UK: What Happens Next?
How data access and device return work after a charge, explained clearly.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 10, 2026
post-charge solicitors
Electronic Monitoring and Tagging: Living with Conditions
How tag and curfew conditions work, and how a post-charge solicitor can help.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 9, 2026
Travel, Passports and International Issues After Charge
Travel, Passports, and International Issues After Charge
Guidance on travel and passport issues after a criminal charge.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 8, 2026
Professional Regulation Risks After Charge (GMC, NMC, HCPC, SRA)
Professional Regulation Risks After Charge (GMC, NMC, HCPC, SRA)
Clear guidance on regulatory reporting duties and criminal defence following a charge.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 7, 2026
Protecting Reputation After Charge: Employment and Media
Protecting Reputation After Charge: Employment and Media
Practical guide for reputation management after charge, covering employment and media.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 4, 2026
Evidence Review and Defence Strategy
Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC): Last-Resort Options
How the CCRC can review potential miscarriages of justice.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 3, 2026
Fresh Evidence and Transcripts
Attorney General’s Reference and Unduly Lenient Sentences
How unduly lenient sentences can be referred for review.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 2, 2026
Deadlines and Procedure
Out-of-Time Appeals: Is There a Route Back?
What happens when a criminal appeal deadline has been missed?
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
September 1, 2026
Corporate Crime and Directors: Personal Liability Risks
Corporate Crime and Directors: Personal Liability Risks
How corporate crime can expose directors to personal criminal liability.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
August 31, 2026

Pre Charge Advice

We are pre-charge experts, bringing cases to a close before any formal charges are made. Read some of our insights below.

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Pre‑Charge Engagement in Sexual Offence Cases
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.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
June 16, 2026
Specialist legal team – top criminal defence lawyers in UK
Pre‑Charge Engagement in 2025: What You Need to Know
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.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
June 15, 2026
Holborn Adams lawyers – expert criminal defence solicitors UK
Holborn Adams’ Pre‑Charge Strategy: Inside Our Approach
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.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
June 16, 2026
False accusations case – defended by criminal law solicitors
Help me – I’ve been falsely accused of sexual assault
This article explains what to do when you have been falsely accused of sexual assault, including staying calm and instructing a solicitor.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
January 14, 2026
What is pre-charge bail?
Pre-Charge Bail UK: Your Complete 2026 Guide (Conditions, Time Limits & How to Challenge)
Pre-charge bail UK guide covering conditions, time limits, RUI, and challenges.
Adam Rasul – Holborn Adams director, criminal defence lawyer
Adam Rasul
September 11, 2026
Forensic chip analysis – pre charge solicitor defence support
How long does it take police to search a phone in the UK?
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.
Andrew Ford – senior solicitor at Holborn Adams criminal defence
Andrew Ford
June 16, 2026

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