Brandon Lockwood
Crown Court ParalegalResponsible for Crown Court case preparation, working closely with solicitors and counsel to ensure cases are thoroughly prepared at every stage.
brandon@davidake.co.uk
Criminal
Defence
Specialist representation in Leeds since 1993. Police station to Crown Court - expert advice at every stage.
30+
Years Experience
24/7
Police Station Cover
Free
Police Station Advice
Crown
Court Higher Rights
Our Approach
Protecting Your Rights from the First Moment
We understand the serious impact that criminal allegations can have on your life, reputation and livelihood. Our experienced team is committed to providing clear, strategic advice at every stage of the criminal justice process.
Whether you are under investigation, facing charges, or seeking to appeal a conviction, we bring decades of specialist expertise to bear entirely on your behalf.
What We Do
Areas of Practice
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Police Station Investigations
Expert representation during interviews under caution and ongoing investigations - available day or night.
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Magistrates' Court
Dedicated advocacy for summary offences and preliminary hearings across West Yorkshire.
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Crown Court Trials
Strategic defence for serious offences and complex jury trials requiring robust, experienced advocacy.
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Motoring Offences
Specialist advice for drink driving, speeding and avoiding disqualification under exceptional hardship.
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Appeals
Thorough review of convictions and sentencing decisions for all potential grounds of appeal.
Available Round the Clock
Police Station Representation, 24/7
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Legal advice at the police station is always free of charge, regardless of your financial circumstances.
Advise during interview
Review evidence with you
Protect your legal rights
Help make informed decisions
Emergency Assistance
07850 356 856 07860 304 413Save these numbers for immediate out-of-hours legal advice.
Photo: Eric Carter, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Magistrates & Crown Courts
Representation in Court
Providing robust representation in Magistrates’ and Crown Courts across Yorkshire. Our partners hold Higher Rights of Audience for continuity of care, or we instruct specialist barristers from our approved panel to ensure the highest standard of advocacy at every level.
Discuss Your Case"From the moment I called their emergency line to the day I walked free from Crown Court, David Ake & Co. were steadfast, brilliant and completely dedicated to my case."Mr. J. Harrison Crown Court Defence Client
Transparent & Clear
Funding Your Defence
Legal Aid
Police station representation is always free of charge, regardless of your financial situation. We ensure no one faces a criminal investigation without expert advice.
- Free advice for all at the police station
- Means-tested court representation
- Full assistance with Legal Aid applications
Private Fees
Full cost transparency from your very first conversation. No unexpected invoices, no hidden charges - just honest, competitive pricing agreed in advance.
- Fixed-fee arrangements for specific hearings
- Competitive, clearly explained hourly rates
- No hidden or administrative charges
Our People
Our Criminal Defence Team
Experienced solicitors and support dedicated to protecting your rights from the police station to the Crown Court.
Mark Pritchard
Partner · Crime Department SupervisorPartner, Duty Solicitor and Higher Rights advocate. Extensive experience defending clients in the Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court.
mark@davidake.co.uk
Theresa Clark
Partner · Mental Health Department SupervisorPartner and Duty Solicitor with Higher Rights of Audience. Dual specialism in criminal defence and mental health law.
theresa@davidake.co.ukChristina O’Connell
Criminal Defence Solicitor · Duty SolicitorOver 30 years’ experience in criminal defence, including Crown Court litigation. Represents clients from the police station through to serious and complex proceedings.
christina@davidake.co.ukCharles Watson
Designated Fee Earner · Duty SolicitorOver 30 years’ experience representing clients in criminal matters at the police station and before the Magistrates’ Court.