We do not charge for representation at the police station whether this is a voluntary interview or interview following arrest. Regardless of your financial circumstances our fees will be covered through the legal aid provisions. If you would like to arrange representation for your interview, please call us on 01344 300193. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day.

If you are charged or summonsed for an offence and wish to apply for legal aid then we will need to submit an application on your behalf. The application will be considered by the Legal Aid Agency who apply a two stage test:

1. Does your case meet the interests of justice; and
2. Are you financially eligible

Depending on the nature of the case legal aid can be granted, refused, or you may be asked to make a contribution towards the costs. The process can seem daunting which is why we will complete all the paperwork on your behalf.

Please call 01344 300193 to ensure that legal aid is applied for prior to your court appearance.

We understand that many clients do not qualify for legal aid and will choose to instruct Walker Law Ltd on a private basis.

At Walker Law Ltd we will be as flexible as possible and can arrange fees in two ways:

1. Hourly rate – In such cases, we will be able to provide you with a clear tailored fee structure at the start of your case. This will include an estimate of the likely overall costs, including any expenses which we anticipate incurring (for example, barrister’s or expert’s fees). We will also provide regular updates of our charges as the case progresses.
2. Fixed fee – Many clients prefer the certainty of agreeing fixed fees at the outset of a case and in most cases this can be agreed.

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Motoring Cases

For many straightforward motoring cases, we can offer a fixed fee so you know from the outset what you will pay and what work is covered.

Cases that can be dealt with on a fixed fee basis:

Guilty plea at the first Magistrates’ Court hearing: £600 – £1,250 plus VAT

Drink driving cases dealt with at a single Magistrates’ Court hearing: £750 – £1,500 plus VAT

Exceptional hardship applications: £1,500 – £3,000 plus VAT

Special reasons arguments: £1,500 – £3,000 plus VAT

The exact fee will depend on the specific facts of your case and will always be confirmed to you in writing before you instruct us.

Where a case is adjourned for sentence, or a further sentencing hearing is required, this will usually fall outside the fixed fee and an additional fee of £500 – £1000 plus VAT will apply. Any further costs will be discussed and agreed with you in advance.

More complex cases, contested matters involving multiple hearings, or cases where the scope cannot be clearly defined at the outset may fall outside a fixed fee and will be discussed with you in advance.

A fixed fee will usually cover:

• Initial review of the allegation and available evidence
• Advice on plea, procedure, and likely outcome
• Preparation for the relevant court hearing
• Representation at that hearing by an experienced  solicitor
• We will always explain clearly what is included before you proceed.

These fixed fees do not include any third-party disbursements.

Please call:

Berkshire: 01344 300193
Surrey: 01483981247
Wiltshire: 01793 313330

To discuss the specific funding arrangements for your case.