Understand Your Situation
The law now criminalises patterns of behaviour in relationships. We defend against claims that your relationship dynamic was criminal.
Defending Coercive Control
Coercive control involves acts designed to make a person subordinate/dependent by isolating them or controlling their day-to-day activities. These charges are often brought alongside assault allegations or during bitter divorce proceedings.
We look for the 'substantial adverse effect' on the victim's life which the prosecution must prove. We gather evidence—witness statements from friends, financial records, and messages—to prove that the relationship was mutually consensual, even if unhappy. We dismantle the picture of a 'controller' and a 'victim', often showing a more complex, two-sided reality.
Accused of Control?
Is your partner twisting the truth? We defend your character.
Plan Your Defence
The 'Best Interests' Defence
The law provides a defence if you believed your behaviour was in the 'best interests' of the partner (e.g., managing finances due to their addiction) and was objectively reasonable.
We are skilled in presenting this nuanced defence. We prove that your actions were care-based, not control-based, preventing a criminal conviction for trying to help a partner.
Divorce Related?
allegations arising from a breakup? We see the bigger picture.
Legal Aid Availability
For many criminal matters, from police station interviews to Crown Court trials, public funding (Legal Aid) may be available to cover your legal costs.
Eligibility is determined by the seriousness of the case and, in some instances, a means assessment. Our team will conduct an immediate, confidential assessment of your eligibility to ensure that financial constraints do not stand in the way of a robust defence.
