
DEFENDING ALL CRIMINAL CHARGES
Welcome to Stewart & Co Defence. Our dedicated team provides specialised legal representation for individuals facing all types of criminal charges in Scotland.
If you are facing criminal prosecution in Scotland, your freedom, reputation, and livelihood are on the line. At Stewart & Co Defence, our dedicated criminal defence solicitors in Edinburgh provide swift, tactical legal counsel when you need it most. We believe that every client deserves a robust, strategic criminal defence tailored to their unique circumstances. Our legal team leaves no stone unturned, scrutinising every piece of evidence to secure the best possible outcome for your case.
Why Choose Our Criminal Defence Firm in Edinburgh?
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- Justice of the Peace Court: Protecting your record against summary offences and road traffic charges.
- Sheriff Court: Delivering a robust defence for both summary trials and serious, jury-led solemn cases.
- High Court of Justiciary: Providing high-stakes, elite advocacy for Scotland’s most complex and severe criminal allegations.
The criminal defence lawyers at Stewart & Co Defence have many years of experience acting for clients in courts in Edinburgh and across the country.
Stewart & Co Defence can represent you regardless of the type of crime, from minor offences to the most serious offences you have been accused of, including cases of:
- Fraud
- Murder
- Sexual Offences
- Drug Offences
- Domestic violence
- Vandalism
- Road traffic/motoring offences
- Assault
- Breach of the Peace
- Theft


Criminal Defence Solicitors in Edinburgh When you are facing criminal prosecution, your freedom, reputation, and future are on the line. At Stewart & Co Defence, we understand how daunting, stressful, and overwhelming the Scottish legal system can feel. Our dedicated team of specialist criminal defence lawyers in Edinburgh provides swift, legal counsel when you need it most. We combine absolute professionalism with a sensitive, approachable manner. We promise to strip away the legal jargon, explain your rights clearly, and keep you fiercely protected and informed at every single stage of the process. Our Core Criminal Legal Services We provide robust legal defence and immediate assistance across all stages of criminal proceedings in Scotland: Police Station Attendance & Advice: If you have been arrested or asked to attend a voluntary interview, Stewart & Co Defence provides critical legal advice at the police station to protect your rights from the very start. Identification Parades: Complete legal safeguarding and strategic counsel during formal police identification procedures. Pre-Court Legal Advisory: Clear, reassuring guidance on what to expect during your forthcoming court appearances, helping you prepare both mentally and strategically. Experienced Court Representation: Fearless advocacy and specialised defence representation in the Edinburgh Sheriff Court, Justice of the Peace Court, and the High Court of Justiciary.