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Hodge Jones & Allen is a leading protest law team with considerable experience representing defendants in complex and high-profile cases. It has notable expertise on justification defences, as well as Article 10 and Article 11 issues. The firm often acts for defendants involved in political, environmental and weapons-related protests.
Work Highlights
- Hodge Jones & Allen represented six Just Stop Oil activists prosecuted for conspiracy to commit public nuisance when protesting at the Silverstone Formula 1 Grand Prix.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Hodge Jones & Allen demonstrates clear expertise in protest matters, however complex."
"Working with the teams there is a good grasp on up to date information in a rapidly changing legal landscape for protest."
"They have excellent solicitors who are a pleasure to work with."
"Hodge Jones & Allen demonstrates clear expertise in protest matters, however complex."
"Working with the teams there is a good grasp on up to date information in a rapidly changing legal landscape for protest."
"They have excellent solicitors who are a pleasure to work with."
Notable Practitioners
Mike Schwarz is an experienced criminal defence practitioner who focuses primarily on representing protestors in highly publicised trials. He also has significant experience in bringing claims against the police for misconduct or neglect.
"Mike is very knowledgeable and strategic. He understands the issues and knows what to appeal and when."
"We have worked with Mike for years, and his knowledge of our company is invaluable. He ensures we have a very productive, reliable, and long-standing relationship."
"Mike is a thoughtful, committed and caring solicitor. He has deep intelligence in the way he approaches his cases. You can rest assured that no stone will be left unturned with him."
"Mike has a calm and knowledgeable approach to cases, which inspires confidence in clients."
Raj Chada has a strong reputation for his work representing political protestors and other individuals charged with public order offences.
"Raj is the king of protest law. He is utterly phenomenal and has a way with clients, inspiring confidence and building trust."
"Raj has been a great person to have on my side."
"Raj is 100% committed to his clients. He will represent them in an excellent way from start to finish."
"Raj is clearly an expert in protest matters. I am impressed with his ability to see the law in a wider context and the consequences of changes in this ever-developing field."
Laura O'Brien is a criminal defence solicitor who regularly represents clients facing charges related to protest activity.
"Laura carries her expertise lightly, but her knowledge of protest law is vast. She is efficient and extremely responsive to queries and directions, allowing instructed counsel to be more effective."
"She is totally committed to her cases."