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Criminal Defence Team Ranked in The Legal 500 UK Solicitors 2025

Posted onOctober 6, 2025

Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors is delighted to announce our recognition in the 2025 edition of The Legal 500 UK Solicitors Guide.

Being ranked in The Legal 500 is a huge moment of pride for everyone at Bell Lamb & Joynson. It’s a direct result of our team’s dedication to helping clients in Liverpool, Runcorn, Warrington, Maghull, and Ashton-in-Makerfield navigate complex legal challenges with care and expertise.

Our Criminal Defence department has been ranked in the Crime: General Crime and Fraud – North West category. This recognition reflects the countless hours our team has devoted to supporting our clients and each other. The Legal 500 commends Bell Lamb & Joynson for “demonstrating strength in the full range of serious crime matters, including driving offences as well as high-profile sexual assault charges, fraud, murder and assault cases.”

Led by Managing Partner and Head of Crime, Mike Leeman, and Jeremy Rawson, our department is recognised for its depth of experience in defending complex and serious criminal cases. We are also proud to see Marcela Salter acknowledged as a leading associate for her outstanding work on high-profile matters.

Our team’s hard work is evident in the countless hours spent supporting clients, from the first call at the police station to representing them in the Crown Court. We’re committed to making sure every client feels informed and supported, no matter how serious the case.

“We’re incredibly proud to be recognised by The Legal 500 for the first time. Our ranking is a testament to the hard work and commitment of our team, who are by our clients’ side every step of the way, providing clear advice and robust representation when it matters most.”
— Mike Leeman, Managing Partner and Head of Crime

Now in its 37th year, The Legal 500 is one of the most respected independent directories in the legal sector. Rankings are based on feedback from clients and peers, as well as a thorough assessment of firms’ experience and achievements.

With offices across Liverpool, Runcorn, Warrington, Maghull and Ashton-in-Makerfield, Bell Lamb & Joynson continues to build on over 200 years of trusted legal service. We combine expert representation with a client-first approach that remains at the heart of everything we do.

You can view our full ranking here:
https://www.legal500.com/rankings/ranking/c-north-west/crime-fraud-and-licensing/crime-general-crime-and-fraud/272-bell-lamb-joynson

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