Public Defence Solicitors Office is a national team of publicly funded, specialist criminal defence lawyers operating across Scotland. With eight strategically located throughout the country, they provide expert legal representation for all types of criminal cases, from minor road traffic offences to the most serious charges heard in the High Court.
Their dedicated solicitors and solicitor advocates are committed to fighting vigorously for every client, ensuring robust defence regardless of case complexity. As a publicly funded service, they prioritize accessibility to justice, offering free legal advice and representation to those who qualify, making high-quality criminal defence available to individuals nationwide.
Services Offered
- Criminal defence representation
- Legal advice for minor road traffic offences
- Defence for serious charges in the High Court
- Publicly funded legal services
- Court representation across Scotland
- Free legal advice helpline
They serve clients throughout Scotland from offices in Aberdeen, Ayr, Dundee, Edinburgh, Falkirk, Glasgow, Inverness, and Kirkwall, ensuring local accessibility combined with national expertise.
