Commons Law CIC | Criminal Law Firm, London UK

The criminal law firm for social justice

We employ outstanding specialist criminal lawyers who have trained and worked at some of London’s leading law firms.

Between us, we have experience of cases with an international element and cases of national significance. Our unique structure means we can tailor our approach to the needs of each case, no matter how it is funded.

About Commons

Commons Legal Services

Criminal Defence

Pre-Charge Advice, Police Station, Magistrates’ Court, Crown Court, Appeals

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International

Extradition, Interpol Red Notices, Mutual Legal Assistance, Criminal Law and Human Rights

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Regulatory

Defending professional body investigations and prosecutions, Advising on data and information

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Criminal Records

Disclosure and Barring Service checks, Police National Computer challenges

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Commons is not like most other criminal law firms

Our work doesn’t stop at the end of a case. We know that the justice system needs changes if it is going to serve society effectively. We work with like-minded people and organisations to make change happen through our social justice project work.

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Commons Projects

Crisis navigation

Commons provides a free, holistic support service for clients with underlying social needs alongside quality legal representation.

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migration & nationality

We are committed to harnessing technology to improve fairness in the criminal justice system.

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Online tools

We are committed to harnessing technology to improve fairness in the criminal justice system.

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What others say about Commons...

“Sources describe Rhona Friedman as “absolutely fantastic,” and state that “her understanding of not just criminal law but of the context – the way police work, the way in which organised crime works – is just phenomenal.”
Chambers UK 2014
“Speaking to Sashy... you could tell that he knew what he was talking about and he’d dealt with cases like this before and that immediately put my mind at ease.”
A client of Sashy Nathan
“I felt more in control especially after an ordeal [where] I’d felt fairly out of control and disempowered. It was good to feel [...] the other way.”
A client of Commons
“My experience with Ben has been astonishing. He has worked extremely hard and gone the extra mile. His knowledge of law is spot on. He is a true fighter who never gives up.”
A client of Ben Stuttard
“I felt like they were like really committed to making sure I understood the process and what was going on.”
A client of Commons