Lawtons Solicitors operates across multiple locations in the South East and London, with expertise in the full range of criminal offences. Serious sexual crime is an area of particular strength, but the group additionally covers violent crime, drugs offences, and theft, as well as matters relating to fraud. The group maintains a focus both on legal aid and privately funded work. Co-leading the group are Stephen Halloran and Nick Titchener, both of whom are based in St Albans. Joanne Cestaro and Paul Dillon share notable aptitude in relation to sexual offences.
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- ‘The team at Lawtons provide excellent client care. Conferences are arranged in good time to prepare for hearings. Focused and relevant instructions are taken from clients to assist counsel in the preparation of a case. Their strengths lie in identifying relevant issues in a case and instructing counsel to suit the needs of a client.’
- ‘Nicola Hobdel offers excellent client care and robust advice delivered with empathy and compassion for clients. Efficient instruction of relevant experts and excellent communication.'
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Practice head
Nick Titchener; Stephen Halloran
Other key lawyers
Nicola Hobdel; Nick Seeley; Joanne Cestaro; Paul Dillon