Crime
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 3
About
Provided by TV Edwards LLP
We are dedicated to representing vulnerable defendants and ensuring access to justice for all since 1929. We provide exceptional representation to our clients, regardless of whether they are publicly or privately funded. We have a very loyal client base, shown by the number of
returning clients.
We have a proven track record of managing complex and serious cases, including: multi-handed or gang related homicides, large scale drug supply, serious sexual offences and multi-million pound frauds.
Adrienne Wright, Sean Richards and Mark Ashford all have exceptional experience of running heavyweight cases.
We have expertise in the national referral mechanism (NRM) and youth crime specialism at all levels, from serious gang homicide to minor matters in the youth court.
Our team has a significant expertise in representing vulnerable clients with mental health issues and complex learning difficulties and extensive experience in cases involving insanity, fitness to plead and the use of intermediaries in trials.
Chambers Review
TV Edwards has a criminal defence practice that handles a wide array of complex and serious cases concerning homicides as well as violent and sexual assaults. The team is well equipped to advise on matters involving organised crime activity, including drugs supply and people trafficking. The firm is committed to legal aid work and has experience representing young offenders and vulnerable individuals, such as clients with significant mental health issues.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The solicitors are really committed to their cases and their clients.It's a heavyweight crime firm where cases are fought hard and there's real expert knowledge in the team."
"The team is very well-organised and someone is always available to help if an issue arises. They have an excellent supply of work and a great reputation - they are a go-to firm in East London."
"The solicitors are really committed to their cases and their clients.It's a heavyweight crime firm where cases are fought hard and there's real expert knowledge in the team."
"The team is very well-organised and someone is always available to help if an issue arises. They have an excellent supply of work and a great reputation - they are a go-to firm in East London."
Notable Practitioners
Adrienne Wright is head of the criminal department at TV Edwards and has experience across a broad range of general and serious crime cases.
"Adrienne's compassion and empathy is really exemplary. She goes above and beyond."
"She is a cracking lawyer who has such a level head - she has seen it all."
"She is a fantastic leader and a real tactician who provides a first-class service to all clients."
Mark Ashford's practice focuses on serious criminal cases involving children and young people, including gang-related crimes related to drugs supply, assault and murder.
"Mark is brilliant in youth crime and knows everything you can about that kind of work."
"Mark Ashford is brilliant and the hardest working solicitor I have come across. He is so prepared and thorough."
"In a tough case, he is a really good solicitor to have on your side. He works very hard and has a lot of inherent knowledge."