Experts In Criminal & Family Law
Since its formation in 2003, Makwanas has helped thousands of clients win their cases with a personable and strategic approach.
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Our Team Of Lawyer
Our Specialised Lawyers
Our job is to be your legal guide, showing you the pitfalls before you fall in them and advancing your defence. With our years of experience in successfully defending individuals and companies means that clients return to us time and time again. We are strong, firm yet sensitive. We will give you realistic and robust advice so that you are clear on the best path forward.
Services
Violent Crime
Facing investigation or prosecution of a violent offence can be a trying and traumatic time for
Fare Evasion
Fare evasion may seem like a trivial offence involving relatively low amounts of unpaid fares
Driving Offences
We have over 25 years’ of experience in defending road traffic cases and understand that
Injunction Orders
Domestic violence is incredibly serious and can take place against men or women in an intimate
Sexual Offences
Being accused of a sexual offence is embarrassing, traumatic and requires a sensitive yet robust
Child Arrangements
We deal with a number of children issues including contact and Child Arrangement Order disputes.
Drug Offences
If you are being investigated or prosecuted for drug offences this can be a daunting time.
Murder/Manslaughter
Simply put, if you are being prosecuted or investigated murder to manslaughter you must have
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Call or message us 24/7 at 07946 424 154 or fill out the form below to receive a confidential initial consultation.
Simple Reasons
Why Hire Us?
If you are facing prosecution or investigation, you need lawyers who can get you the best results. Anyone who is being accused of a crime is nothing short of serious. Your freedom and reputation are on the line and this is when you need top rated lawyers who can proactively and robustly defend you. You need lawyers from the get go.
Represented me with the old fashioned personal touch – exceeded all expectations with ease and flair.
Built from the ground up
Solid Reputation
We have a team of barristers, King Counsel and the best experts on hand, which you will have access to. It is important that you work with an excellent legal team from the very beginning. We work alongside leading experts in digital and other forensics, which have proved critical in the successful defence of cases.
One of a kind
Personalised Attention
We have been involved in widely publicised cases, and no case is too big or too small. We treat each case as just as importantly as it is to you. No matter what the issue, we will be able to advise you on your options so that you can make the best possible decisions in even the worst possible situations.
Hundreds of cases
A history of recovery
Our firm has already recovered millions of dollars for our clients. While we don’t guarantee results, we do promise to work towards the best possible outcome for you. Together we do promise to work towards the best possible outcome for you.
Contact Us
If you are having any legal issues or just need advice contact us now.
What our clients say
Client Testimonials
Without their help and representation my future career was in jeopardy. I am eternally grateful for all the time and effort which resulted in success!!
10/10 Professional service and customer care. Very advanced and experienced and easily the best about!
Very efficient, amiable and fought my corner. I will always recommend your brilliant services.
Absolutely amazing is Shella from Makwana Solicitors. Her work is simply fantastic and flawless, as is the support, care, guidance she offers.
Makwana Solicitors have been absolutely amazing in dealing with my case. They have always been there for me day and night to answer all questions and queries, attending court hearings, finding the right barrister and overall building a great defence. I would highly recommend them to any one who has a brush with the law...
Would highly recommend both Athisaya and Makwana solicitors. The service was absolutely great and professional all the way from beginning to end. Athisaya is highly experienced and extremely professional. She spent a lot of time and effort in going through everything with us, always making himself available, answering all our questions and making us feel...
I received an exceptional service from Makwana solicitors, the communication was amazing. I would like to thank Shella and Athisaya who handled my case with TfL . I am ever so thankful for the consistent help and advise supported me with in helping me settle my case. Thank you very much 😊 100% recommend!!
I found Makwana solicitors at a very difficult time and from the first call, Shella put me at ease and helped me to understand the workings of family law and managed my expectations. She showed me compassion along with grit during the process and with their help, I managed to get a successful outcome to...
Absolutely outstanding…. don’t go anywhere else. Excellent advice and cannot recommend them enough. I would give 10 stars if I could.
An honest,reliable and highly responsive solicitor.Shella goes above and beyond for her clients and ensures she gets the best results for them.She maintains clear and concise approach to the case with no false promises.
Worth every single penny. I realised that having the right advice, at the right time,from the right Firm can make all the difference.
During my time I have come across many solicitors , and I must say that any first consultations are always nervous ones, However Makwana Solicitors was recommended to me . However I have to to praise and thank Shella Makwana she was awesome from the start go made us comfortable and explained everything in detail...
Shella from Makwana Solicitors is absolutely brilliant. The care, the support , the advice and the work that she provides is absolutely wonderful and impeccable. Thank you soo much Shella for helping me and I have nothing but good things to say about Makwana Solicitors. Thank you so much Makwana Team.
Makwana Solicitors have been absolutely amazing in dealing with my case. They have always been there for me day and night to answer all questions and queries, attending court hearings, finding the right barrister and overall building a great defence. I would highly recommend them to any one who has a brush with the law...
Makwana Solicitors are the most helpful Solicitors that I have ever used. Shella and Athisaya was with me every step of the way. My Case took nearly 3 years to come to an end which of no fault of them. I would highly recommend them. 5* isn’t enough if there was an option for 10*...
Shella and her staff are always lovely and friendly whilst at the same time very professional and helpful. Whenever I needed help Shella has been only a phone call away. Professional, efficient and knowledge are all first class. Pleasure to deal with too. Highly recommend this company from start to finish, Makwana guys are fantastic....
Handled my case very well and I would 100% recommend their excellent services to anyone who may need it
Five stars does not encapsulate the amazing support I received from Shella and her Team. Having spoken to other solicitors what set Makwana apart was the amount of genuine care, professionalism, and dedication. I would definitely recommend Makwana Solicitors to anyone needing legal support.
Excellent service throughout ! Very fast and efficient and knowledgeable solicitors. Their professionalism was undoubtedly the best I’ve seen in a long time as I have used other solicitors in the past and Makwana Solicitors have given the best service by far. Would thoroughly recommend and will definitely use again should I need a solicitor.
I received an exceptional service from Makwana solicitors, the communication was amazing. I would like to thank Sheila and Athisaya who handled my case with TfL . I am ever so thankful for the consistent help and advise supported me with in helping me settle my case. Thank you very much 😊 100% recommend!!
Would highly recommend both Athisaya and Makwana Solicitors. The service was absolutely great and professional all the way from beginning to end. Athisaya is highly experienced and extremely professional. She spent a lot of time and effort in going through everything with us, always making himself available, answering all our questions and making us feel...
My experience with Makwana Solicitors has so far been very positive and they have dealt with any of my concerns promptly and have been reassuring throughout.Shella and her team are incredibly friendly, professional and helpful and I have the best hopes for my case.
Makwana Solicitors are definitely experienced. My case was last minute and even though the short notice, they dealt with it professionally. Would definitely recommend.
What can I say Shella has been amazing from start to finish, a huge support in a difficult time and I would highly recommend Makwana to everyone. 5 star service from an amazing bunch of caring people at Makwana – Thank you for everything you have done for me.
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Only the finest
Our Firm
Makwana Solicitors We were founded in 2003 and are consulted by Clients locally and nationally. We have become the law firm of choice for many people including lawyers, doctors and other professionals. We have acted in some of the most publicised cases and have been able to deal with cases sensitively and robustly. Every case is handled resourcefully, proactively and passionately. To us, each client is unique and should receive a personalised and premium service. We are a specialist accredited Criminal Law Firm and hold the prestigious Lexcel accreditation for practice management awarded by the Law Society. We offer Criminal Legal Aid where eligible. We are members of Resolution and routinely act in Divorce, Children Act and Financial Proceedings often involving complicated issues or finances.
Shella Makwana
Principal Solicitor
Shella Makwana, the dynamic founding lawyer of our firm, a seasoned legal professional who brings over two decades of substantial experience to the table. Since earning her qualifications in 1999 and establishing the Firm in 2003, Shella has dedicated herself to providing exceptional legal representation, serving thousands of clients in a wide range of cases, including high-profile ones such as the Oxford Sex Grooming case.
Shahzia Butt
Introducing Shahzia Butt, our Consultant Solicitor specialising in family law. Since qualifying in 1993, Shahzia has accumulated a wealth of experience across a wide range of cases, with a specific focus on matters concerning children in private law. Over the years, Shahzia has built a reputation for her diligent approach to her work and her...
Ines Azreyek Diab
A Committed Legal Professional Specialising in Criminal Defence at Makwana Solicitors Professional Background Ines Azreyek-Diab, now a valued member of the Makwana Solicitors team, has been making significant strides in the legal field since her admission as a solicitor on January 15, 2013. With a decade of experience, particularly in criminal defence, she has established...
Sunil Lakhani
Solicitor
Sunil is a solicitor at Makwana Solicitors specialising in criminal defence, regulatory law, and professional discipline. His calm, meticulous approach and commitment to client care make him an integral part of the firm’s legal team.
Eryk Cenarski
Paralegal
Eryk is a paralegal with a first-class degree in Law and Philosophy, offering a unique blend of analytical thinking and legal practice. His ability to assess cases from multiple perspectives and apply critical reasoning makes him a valuable asset to the firm.
Athisaya Sadananthan
Solicitor
Athisaya Sadananthan, our esteemed Solicitor. Athisaya’s expansive legal acumen extends across multiple areas of law, equipping her with the capacity to adeptly handle a diverse spectrum of cases, from the straightforward to the complex.
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Fixed Fee
Great for initial questions £300 Excl VAT
$3,500
per case
Plan Features
- 1 hour expert advice
- Advice on the law and your options
- Upfront cost and transparency
- We will consider your documents you have
- Answer your questions
Plan Description
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Hourly Fee
(Excludes Fixed Fee Consultation) Ranges from £150 to £350 per hour Excl VAT
$450
per hour
Plan Features
- Advice on the law and your options
- Upfront cost and transparency
- Expert advice and representation
- Tailored to your needs
Plan Description
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