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28 August 2008

Police

Broad range of legal services for police forces nationwide based on years of experience in this specialist sector.


The police service operates within a high-profile and sensitive sector. As such for police forces and their authorities,  compliance with the law, regulations and standards of performance are crucially important issues. Lapses can be costly, not only financially but also in terms of reputation and impact on public confidence.

Our specialist practitioners act exclusively for the police service, representing a diverse range of forces across England and Wales.  As the largest dedicated police legal team in the country our lawyers have been involved in some of the most high profile and significant cases involving the police service over the last 10 years.

We act for more police forces and police authorities than any other firm in private practice and our clients range from the large metropolitan forces to smaller regional forces.

Our extensive experience in this sector gives us a unique insight into your needs and expectations. We understand the demands and pressures placed upon you, and have in-depth knowledge of the legal, social and political environment you work within. In particular, we recognise the need to preserve and protect the reputation and security of your organisation. This has enabled us to develop systems, resources and experience to assist with the challenges faced by police forces and their authorities.

Our approach is based on forming a committed relationship with your team members and working closely together to achieve your goals. The advice we offer is robust, practical and realistic, and one of our greatest strengths is the ability to translate legal technicalities into plain English. 

Our specialist lawyers are all experts in their field, therefore the time they spend is kept to a minimum, enabling us to provide you with the most efficient and cost-effective service possible.

"The team advises on claims work, judicial reviews, inquests and operational advice that translates into a general national offering much admired by rivals. Research reveals that clients appreciate the human touch from a personal team."
Chambers & Partners UK Guide to the Legal Profession 2006
Martin Forshaw

Martin Forshaw



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