The Robert Kerr Partnership is a distinguished criminal defence law practice with over 100 years of combined experience, operating from offices in Paisley and Greenock. Specializing exclusively in criminal law, children’s hearings, and road traffic defence, the firm is recognized for its robust advocacy and extensive courtroom presence across Scotland.
The firm’s solicitors provide dedicated, around-the-clock legal support, ensuring clients receive expert advice from the earliest stage of police contact through to court proceedings. They prioritize accessibility, honesty, and strong client-focused representation, with most cases qualifying for legal aid and manageable fee structures where applicable. Their practice covers all court levels—from Justice of the Peace to the High Court of Justiciary—and serves individuals facing criminal allegations or involved in children’s hearings.
Services Offered
- Criminal Defence
- Murder/Culpable Homicide Defence
- Assault Cases
- Domestic Abuse Defence
- Legal Support for Facing Domestic Abuse Allegations
- Sectarian Offences
- Fraud Defence
- Drug Crimes Defence (including Drug Possession, Drug Supply, Drug Trafficking)
- Breach of the Peace
- Internet Crimes Defence
- Child Abduction Cases
- Bail Undertaking Advice and Representation
- Police Station Consultations
- Sexual Offence Defence (including Indecent Images, Historic Sexual Abuse, Rape, Stalking, Indecent Assault, Indecent Communications)
- Child Law (Children’s Hearings, Attending a Children’s Hearing, Opposing Adoption)
- Road Traffic Offences (Dangerous Driving, Careless Driving, Drink Driving, Speeding, Driving without Insurance, Driving with a Mobile Phone, Totting Up)
- Legal Aid Application Guidance
The firm serves clients throughout Scotland, including Paisley, Greenock, Glasgow, Johnstone, East Kilbride, Giffnock, Hamilton, Govan, Busby, Kilmarnock, Airdrie, and Foxbar. Initial expert legal advice is provided free of charge, and representation is available 24/7.
