Introduction

Facing a criminal matter is one of the most stressful experiences anyone can go through. While Crown Advisors is not a criminal law firm and does not provide regulated criminal defence services, we offer structured advisory and documentation support to individuals navigating the criminal process, working within non-reserved legal activity boundaries.

What We Can Help With

• Pre-charge advisory support: practical guidance on the investigation process, rights during police interviews, and what to expect at each stage
• Case file organisation – helping you understand the paperwork in your matter, structure your documents clearly, and prepare a well-organised file for your solicitor or duty lawyer.
• Preparation support for individuals representing themselves or working alongside a duty solicitor or legal aid lawyer
• Correspondence drafting to relevant authorities in an advisory capacity
• Support with voluntary interview preparation
• Victim and witness support – helping individuals involved in criminal proceedings as victims or witnesses understand what to expect, prepare a clear written account, and organise any relevant documentation.
• Post-conviction guidance on the appeals and review process, including CCRC applications
• Criminal record disclosure guidance: DBS checks and spent convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

Important Scope Information

Crown Advisors does not provide criminal defence advocacy, conduct criminal litigation, or appear in criminal courts as a representative. Criminal proceedings before the Magistrates Court and Crown Court require regulated legal representation. Where a client requires criminal defence solicitor or barrister services, Crown Advisors will advise accordingly and can assist with the transition. All criminal law support services are provided in an advisory and preparatory capacity within non-reserved legal activity boundaries.