Michael Rutherford

I was accused of the most vile and life-destroying offences imaginable. At the time, I felt completely lost. I thought that because I knew I was innocent, everything would quickly sort itself out — the police had my phone, so in my head the truth would come out straight away. My duty solicitor told me there was “nothing else I could do,” which left me feeling helpless and directionless.

That advice could have ruined my life.

Finding Holborn Adams was the moment everything changed. From the very first call, they treated me with respect, understanding, and professionalism. They didn’t judge me, didn’t dismiss me, and didn’t make assumptions. Instead, they immediately set up a WhatsApp group chat, so communication was constant, clear, and human. I could message anytime, and both Katie and Michael always responded quickly, calmly, and in a way that made me feel like I wasn’t facing this alone.

I cannot put into words how committed Michael Rutherford is. His work ethic is unbelievable — he went through every single detail, every message, every timeline, every inconsistency. He didn’t miss anything. The amount of effort he put into protecting me, building a defense, and preparing the pre-charge representations was on another level. He takes your life personally, and he fights for it.

Katie Lockhart guided the strategy with absolute precision. She is sharp, experienced, and fully in control. One thing that stood out to me massively was when she attended the police station with me, she stood her ground confidently, and made sure everything was done the right way fighting for my defence when things were difficult. Watching her work made it clear just how experienced she really is — she knew exactly what was happening, what was supposed to happen, and what the police were trying to do. She predicted how things would play out long before they did, and she was completely right.

Even during the most stressful moments, both Katie and Michael always found natural moments to ease the tension with casual conversation — something that genuinely kept me going through the darkest parts of this process.

What people don’t realise is how crucial pre-charge representation really is. Holborn Adams didn’t wait for the police to “run their course.” They went on the offensive. They challenged assumptions, highlighted contradictions, clarified the truth, and presented a complete, evidence-based defence long before anything could reach the CPS.

Their proactive and highly strategic approach is the only reason we achieved a huge, early win — far earlier than anyone would expect for allegations this serious. Against all odds, they pushed, fought, and defended me at every step, until the case came to an end much faster than I ever imagined possible. This outcome only happened because of Katie, Michael, and Holborn Adams' way of working. Their dedication, expertise, and refusal to give up on their clients genuinely changed the course of my life.

If you are under investigation — especially for serious allegations — do not sit back and wait. Do not rely on duty solicitors. Get proper pre-charge representation.

Holborn Adams didn’t just support me. They saved my future. I will always be grateful for that. Thank you Michael and Katie — I genuinely owe you both everything.

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I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank Holborn Adam Solicitors for the outstanding service and support they provided to me. From the very beginning of my case until the end, the entire team demonstrated exceptional professionalism, dedication, and genuine care. A very special thank you goes to my solicitors, Michael and Katie. Both of them handled my case with great professionalism, patience, and attention to detail. They always made sure I understood every step of the process and took the time to explain things clearly whenever I had questions or concerns. Their calm, supportive, and positive approach made a very stressful situation much easier to deal with.

I would especially like to highlight Michael for the incredible support he gave me throughout my case. He was always available whenever I needed help, advice, or reassurance. No matter how busy things were, he always took the time to speak with me, listen to my concerns, and guide me in the right direction. His kindness, patience, and willingness to support me truly meant a lot and gave me great confidence during a difficult period.

Katie was also fantastic and very supportive throughout the process. Together, they made an excellent team and showed real dedication to helping their clients. Their professionalism, care, and positivity made a huge difference to my experience. I am extremely grateful for all the hard work, commitment, and support that Michael, Katie, and the team at Holborn Adam Solicitors provided. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for professional, reliable, and compassionate legal support. Thank you again for everything.