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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Supportive, knowledgeable, professional

I am very grateful for the support given to my partner when accused of a serious crime. Together with Sussex Defence, the best possible outcome was achieved. The team, particularly Harry, kept us well informed. I was very impressed by the service we received.

February 10, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Negative and Unsupportive

The Solicitors Regulation Authority state that Sussex Defence Solicitors (SDS) of Worthing, West Sussex became a recognised body in November 2011. Companies House records show that Sussex Defence Solicitors Ltd were founded in March 2013 and were dissolved in November 2017? The website Solicitortree.com convey solicitors own account of their firm, SDS state, "With 3 years experience" and "Since our founding in 2022"?

I agreed to attend their office for 1 hour to discuss my case, which turned out to be a detailed rehearsal of the structure of the courts, court procedures and the range of penalties. This took 2 hours which resulted in being invoiced for £720.

I engaged SDS although they insisted on payment prior to any work being undertaken. Later, I was surprised to be told by a Partner that he would not be representing me in the Magistrates Court saying I should have the expertise and sharpness of a barrister.

As the case progressed I became more and more disheartened and dismayed in my view at the negative and unsupportive attitude of SDS towards my case. It caused me much more concern and stress than the actual case being brought against me.

The presentation (display) of agreed exhibits to the court was appalling, together with the omission of a vital sworn statement by the other party, which provided proof of their lies. Furthermore, included were 31 pages of confusing statistics from the opposition, which of course was not agreed by me. I can still see the magistrate hanging the exhibit file in the air by its string and asking for clarification of where to look.

At present, SDS do have a handy location in central Worthing being compact accommodation on the second floor of a shared annex to a Victorian house - now a shop.

February 12, 2025
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