Expert Criminal
Defence With a
Human Touch
Arrested, charged, or facing a military matter? E&L Legal provides clear, strategic representation — from the police station to the Court of Appeal, across England, Wales and British Sovereign Base Areas.
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Your Rights. Our Priority.
We combine sharp legal expertise with genuine care — for civilians and serving military personnel alike.
SRA Regulated
Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 8009554). Fully accountable and professionally bound.
Legal Aid Available
Police station representation is free via the Legal Aid Agency. We assess your eligibility for court matters from the very start.
Nationwide Coverage
Based in Liverpool, representing clients across England and Wales. Military law service extends to British Sovereign Base Areas overseas.
Military Specialists
One of very few firms offering dedicated free representation at all Military Police Stations — including overseas postings.
Transparent Fixed Fees
Clear pricing from the outset. Fixed fees for most matters, with a full written quote before any work begins. No surprises.
Personal Representation
You deal directly with a named solicitor who knows your case. No call centres, no being passed around. Direct access from day one.
How We Help You
Contact Us
Call 0151 725 0070 or request a callback below. For police station matters — contact us immediately, any time.
Free Assessment
We listen, explain your rights in plain English, confirm Legal Aid eligibility and outline your options — no obligation.
Expert Representation
From police station to Crown Court or Court Martial — we fight for the best outcome at every stage of the process.
Expert Criminal Defence
With a Human Touch
Whatever the charge, wherever you are in England or Wales, E&L Legal provides robust criminal defence with genuine care for the person behind the case.
As criminal defence solicitors and duty solicitors in Liverpool, we are available 24/7 — from your first police interview through to the Magistrates' Court, Crown Court, and the Court of Appeal. We handle the full spectrum of criminal offences including drug offences, assault, motoring matters and football banning orders, and we never lose sight of the person whose life, family and livelihood may be at stake.
- Drug offences & conspiracies
- EncroChat investigations
- Violence & assault charges
- Murder & serious crime
- Theft, fraud & dishonesty
- Sexual offences
- Weapons offences
- Public order matters
- Motoring offences
- Football banning orders
Police station representation is free — covered by the Legal Aid Agency at no cost to you, regardless of your income. We assess Legal Aid eligibility for all court matters immediately.
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Defence That Understands
Service Life
Criminal and military defence that truly understands the pressures of serving — tailored legal support for armed forces personnel, wherever you are stationed.
Serving in the Army, Navy or RAF brings unique legal challenges that most civilian solicitors simply do not understand. From RMP and service police interviews and interviews after caution, to AGAI proceedings, summary hearings and Courts Martial — we know the military justice system inside out. If notified of an interview or AWOL matter by your Chain of Command, call us immediately and ask for Amanda Sheppard directly.
- Service police station interviews
- Administrative action
- Summary hearings
- Courts Martial
- Court Martial appeals
- Armed Forces Legal Aid
- Overseas Sovereign Base Areas
- Civilian criminal court matters
- AWOL & misconduct
- Unacceptable sexual behaviour
- Interview after caution
You've served your country — let us serve you. Service police station representation is covered by the Legal Aid Agency. Court Martial matters are assessed for Armed Forces Criminal Legal Aid (AFCLA).
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We believe in clarity from the start. All fees shown are from prices exclusive of VAT. Final costs may vary depending on the complexity of your case, volume of evidence or number of witnesses.
Criminal Law
Merseyside area — other areas quoted on request
Military Law
UK and British Sovereign Base Areas
Important: All fees shown are from prices and are exclusive of VAT where applicable. Costs may increase depending on the complexity of your case, the volume of evidence, or the number of witnesses involved. A full written costs estimate will always be provided before any work begins.
Call us on 0151 725 0070 for a free costs discussion.
What Our Clients Say
"Amanda answered all my questions with great clarity and patience. She kept me informed every step of the way, which gave me great peace of mind. She was fantastic right through my case — believe me, it was a difficult case — and I would definitely recommend Amanda to anybody needing support."
"Despite Amanda having many other clients, it always felt that we were the only one due to the time she gave us. Amanda was always there, answering my many questions at all times. Not only her expert legal advice but also my support at a very difficult time — often going above and beyond. My son was supported, represented and given a future."
"Honestly couldn't recommend Amanda Sheppard enough — the hours of hard work she put into our case meant we walked away with the best case scenario. From start to finish the communication was great. Couldn't fault her work."
"Peter Haney is the most professional and knowledgeable solicitor I have come across. He understands the case and has so much knowledge in the legal sector. He is always available when he says and literally has your back — which is what you need."
Meet Amanda Sheppard
Amanda began her legal career in Housing Disrepair before joining Jacobs Solicitors in Chester, where she qualified as a Police Station Representative. She later joined DPP Law in Liverpool, qualifying as a Solicitor and earning her place on the duty solicitor rota.
Amanda has a longstanding connection with the British Armed Forces, having served in both military and civilian roles for the British Army prior to qualifying in law — a unique background that fuels her passion for representing military personnel in the UK and at British Sovereign Base Areas abroad.
Her criminal defence experience includes murder, sexual offences, and Class A and B drug cases. She holds an LL.B from Edge Hill University, a PgDip from Liverpool John Moores University, and is a member of the CLSA and the Association of Military Court Advocates (AMCA).
- SRA Authorised — No. 8009554
- LL.B, Edge Hill University · PgDip, Liverpool John Moores
- Member — Criminal Law Solicitors' Association (CLSA)
- Member — Association of Military Court Advocates (AMCA)
- Former British Army — UK & Sovereign Base Areas
Frequently Asked Questions
Is police station representation free?
Yes. Representation at the police station is covered by the Legal Aid Agency at no cost to you, regardless of your income or financial situation.
Can E&L Legal represent me outside Liverpool?
Yes. We represent clients across England and Wales. Our military law service also extends to British Sovereign Base Areas overseas, including Cyprus.
Do you represent serving military personnel?
Yes — this is a specialist service at E&L Legal. We offer free dedicated representation at all Military Police Stations. If notified of an interview, call us and ask for Amanda Sheppard directly.
How much does a criminal solicitor cost?
Police station representation is free via Legal Aid. Magistrates' Court guilty pleas start from £500. We assess Legal Aid eligibility immediately and provide a full costs quote before any work begins.
What is a Court Martial solicitor?
A Court Martial solicitor specialises in the military justice system. Amanda Sheppard has specialist experience in Courts Martial, summary hearings, administrative action and appeals across all branches.
What should I do if I am arrested?
Remain calm and exercise your right to a solicitor before answering any questions. Call E&L Legal on 0151 725 0070 immediately. You are entitled to free legal advice at the police station.
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