CSG Legal are a team of qualified and experienced solicitors based at our offices in Edinburgh and Galashiels. We advise and represent clients in civil and criminal court cases throughout Scotland. Registered with the Scottish Legal Aid Board. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Criminal Defence.
We provide advice and representation to anyone suspected or accused of a crime.
If you have been accused of or charged with a crime, you need the best possible criminal defence advice and representation. The criminal defence solicitors at CSG Legal have many years of experience acting for clients in all courts across Scotland. Our solicitors are sympathetic, approachable, knowledgeable, and dedicated to you and your case. No case is too large or too small and regardless of the charge we pride ourselves on achieving the best possible result for our clients.
CSG Legal can represent you regardless of the type of crime you have been accused of committing. We are regularly instructed in cases of fraud, murder, sexual offences, drug offences, assault, breach of the peace, domestic offences, theft and many others.
At any stage of the prosecution
- Attending police interviews
- Attending identification parades
- Advising on forthcoming court appearances
- Representing you in court
- Criminal appeals
We understand the importance of giving you the best possible advice in or out of court, and we appreciate the impact a prosecution can have on you and your family. Call us on 0131 202 8677.
Road Traffic.
CSG Legal understand the importance of protecting your licence and the impact that a prosecution in this area may have upon your livelihood and your family.
CSG Legal have years of experience in defending clients across Scotland in relation to a broad range of motoring offences.
Road traffic law is a complex and detailed area of law and, as such, requires the use of a specialist solicitor. CSG Legal are experts in road traffic law and we can help you keep your licence.
Matters we advise on
- Dangerous driving
- Failing to stop or failing to report
- Speeding offences
- Careless driving
- Mobile phone offences
- Driving whilst disqualified
- Driving without insurance
- Drink driving
- Drug driving
- Removal of disqualification
- Exceptional hardship
- New driver offences
- Special reasons
This is not a complete list. If your case involves a motoring offence that is not named here, call us on 0131 202 8677.
Financial Crime.
Financial crime prosecutions can often be complicated and lengthy. Our team recognise the reputational consequences that can arise as a result of these allegations. We offer a dedicated service to guide you through the process.
Proceeds of crime is a particularly niche area of legal practice and requires an in depth knowledge of legislation, accounting and financial affairs. The repercussions of making a wrong decision, even at the earliest stage of a prosecution, can be significant. It is crucial therefore that you enlist the services of an experienced solicitor to ensure that your assets are protected.
If you are under investigation for a financial crime, take advice before you respond. Call us on 0131 202 8677.
Adoptions, Permanence and Kinship Care.
CSG Legal have a team of expert solicitors dealing with opposition to applications for permanence and adoption, both in the Sheriff Court and the Court of Session.
We also represent petitioners in applications for adoption, including step parent adoptions. Our solicitors have the skill and knowledge to handle any adoption matter with sensitivity and confidentiality. You can rest assured that we will deal with this difficult issue on your behalf and help guide you every step along the way through any difficulties.
Our team are experienced in advice and representation for kinship carers. We aim to support you in choosing the right legal path for you and your loved ones.
If you have been notified of a permanence or adoption application, call us on 0131 202 8677.
Family Law.
Our specialist family law team, working across central Scotland, offer a high quality service to all clients. Clients can be assured of complete confidentiality and compassion as well as a bespoke service to meet their individual needs. We deal with representation in the Sheriff Court and the Court of Session.
We pride ourselves on the in-depth knowledge of our solicitors, who have completed trauma informed training.
Matters we advise on
- Divorce
- Cohabitation rights
- Residence
- Contact
- Protective orders
- International relocation
- Orders under parental rights and responsibilities
Every family is different. Call us on 0131 202 8677 to talk through what applies to yours.
Children's Referrals.
Our dedicated team of solicitors regularly represent parents, children and relevant persons in respect of children's referral proceedings. We recognise the emotional distress that can be caused by unjustified or unnecessary involvement of the state in the private lives of families. Our aim is to support our clients to obtain the best outcome for them in a trauma informed way.
Parents, children and relevant persons are entitled to legal representation at children's hearings and related court proceedings. If you are notified of a children's hearing we can help. We offer funding through legal aid and on a private basis.
We provide advice at every step
- Pre-birth conferences
- Child protection orders
- Panels
- Sheriff Court proceedings
- Appeals
If you have been notified of a children's hearing, call us on 0131 202 8677.
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