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Civil Law

We specialise in complaints and claims against public bodies most notably the police, where we are recognised for our diligence and tenacity in representing our clients.

Actions Against Public Bodies

We are recognised experts in identifying unlawful action either by the police or other public authority, for example Her Majesty’s Prison Service, as a result of injury caused or other act or omission.

Personal Injury

Have you been injured or made subject to an illness caused or made worse by someone else’s negligence?

Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA)

Have you been the innocent victim of a violent or sexually motivated crime in the UK?

Road Traffic Accident

Have you or a loved one been involved in a road traffic accident?Even if you were partially to blame, you may still be entitled to compensation. 

Criminal Law

Taylor Goodchild Solicitors have over 40 years’ experience in representing individuals throughout the Criminal justice system.

Attendance at Police Station

Our Criminal Defence Lawyers frequently act for individuals who have never faced investigation or prosecution before.

Magistrates Court

The decision to prosecute having being made by the Crown Prosecution Service, RSPCA, Environment Agency, Department of Work and Pensions or other government agency, will result in your case being progressed formally to court. 

Crown Court

The Crown Court is the appropriate venue to resolve the most serious of all criminal cases.

Road Traffic Law (Crime)

Dealing with road traffic or motoring cases can be problematic, tricky and challenging. The consequences of appearing before the Court for road traffic matters can be significant, particularly with respect to an individual’s character and employment.

Need our Help? You can reach us by calling 01642 430000

We’re a solicitors based in Middlesbrough, North East

With over 40 years of legal experience, we are a team of highly committed and dedicated legal professionals, focused and determined to achieve the best possible outcome for you. Specialising in criminal law, actions against the police and public bodies, personal injury, criminal injuries compensation and road traffic law, we aim to provide a bespoke service tailored to your individual needs and instructions.

Unashamedly independent, we provide representation to all. We’re committed to representing all members of the community, particularly those on a limited income, to ensure their voice is heard. Depending upon your case and personal circumstances, we can make available some funding options to you. These include conditional fee arrangements (no win no fee), payment by private paying terms and publicly funded representation (Legal Aid). Payment plans can also be arranged, subject to prior agreement.

Legal Aid & Funding Available