Expert Criminal Defence & Family Law Solicitors London
When your freedom or your family is at stake, you need a solicitor who fights hard and talks straight. Makwanas has done exactly that for thousands of clients in London and Nationwide.
SRA regulated (No. 651072) · Established 2003 · Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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About Makwana Solicitors
Makwana Solicitors is a well-established London law firm providing clear, practical legal representation across serious and sensitive matters. With a strong focus on client care and results, we stand by clients at every stage of the legal process.
Criminal law is a core practice area, representing clients from minor allegations to complex criminal matters. Our solicitors provide strategic advice, thorough preparation and strong courtroom advocacy to protect clients’ rights.
The firm handles family law matters including divorce, child arrangements, financial disputes and domestic abuse, combining legal expertise with sensitivity.
We are particularly experienced in defending fare evasion and Blue Badge misuse allegations, understanding how transport authorities and councils prosecute such cases and working to minimise the consequences.
A key strength is pre-charge advice and representation during police interviews and investigations, ensuring your rights are protected from the outset.
A Message From Our Founder, Shella Makwana
“I founded Makwanas in 2003 with a simple mission: to provide the robust, personal legal defence that larger firms often lose. As a SRA-regulated solicitor with over 27 years of experience, I have personally handled thousands of cases, from high-profile criminal trials to sensitive family disputes. When you call Makwanas, you aren’t just another file; you are getting my decades of expertise and a commitment to protecting your rights.”
Shella Makwana, Principal Solicitor (SRA ID: 169003)
Our Specialist Lawyers
Our job is to be your legal guide, showing you the pitfalls before you fall into them and advancing your defence. 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.
Our Specialist Services
Criminal defence and family law, from the police station to the Crown Court.
Violent crime
Facing investigation or prosecution for a violent offence can be a trying and traumatic time.
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Fare evasion
Fare evasion may seem trivial, but a prosecution can still leave you with a criminal record.
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Driving offences
We have over 25 years’ experience defending road traffic cases.
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Injunction orders
Domestic violence is incredibly serious and can happen to men or women in an intimate relationship.
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Sexual offences
Being accused of a sexual offence is traumatic and needs a sensitive yet robust defence.
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Child arrangements
We deal with children issues including contact and Child Arrangement Order disputes.
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Drug offences
Being investigated or prosecuted for a drug offence can be a daunting time.
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Murder and manslaughter
If you are investigated or prosecuted for murder or manslaughter, you need experienced representation from the start.
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Call or message us 24/7 on 07534 193797, or fill out the form for a confidential initial consultation.
Why Hire Us?
If you are facing prosecution or investigation, you need lawyers who can get you the best results. 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 from the get go.
“Represented me with the old fashioned personal touch – exceeded all expectations with ease and flair.”
Solid Reputation
We have a team of barristers, King’s 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.
Personalised Attention
We have been involved in widely publicised cases, and no case is too big or too small. We treat each case as importantly as it is to you. Whatever the issue, we will advise you on your options so that you can make the best possible decisions in even the worst situations.
What Our Clients Say
“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!”
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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…
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Makwana Solicitors are definitely experienced. My case was last minute and even though the short notice, they dealt with it professionally. Would definitely recommend.
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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.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Principal Solicitor
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