Hickman & Rose’s Serious and General Crime team represent individuals and organisations facing police investigation into the full range of crimes, from complex corporate manslaughter matters through to murder and drugs-related issues to more straightforward allegations of ‘low-level’ criminality.
No matter what the allegation, the department prides itself on providing the same level of intense client focus.
Criminal defence experts, the team has developed an excellent reputation for concluding cases before charge and is particularly valued for its ability take care of sensitive matters in a discreet and efficient manner. The department specialises in representing high profile clients against serious and reputationally damaging charges.
Hickman & Rose’s Serious and General Crime team has won numerous industry accolades and is ranked as a leading “Band One / Tier One” practice by both the Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 legal directories.
The 2025 edition of the Chambers UK directory describes Hickman & Rose as “a highly acclaimed criminal defence practice with a strong bench of expert lawyers”. One respondent said it is “an absolute powerhouse and the quality is unbelievable. The lawyers there are an absolute privilege to work with.”