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50+ Years
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Specialist Criminal & Business Crime Lawyers in Birmingham
Established in 1967, Jonas Roy Bloom is a leading specialist criminal solicitors firm in the West Midlands. Our expertise spans criminal defence, business crime, fraud investigations, and regulatory compliance, serving both individual and corporate clients. Recognised in Legal 500 and Chambers UK directories, we consistently rank in the top 3 for crime and fraud in the region. Our solicitors are Higher Courts Advocates with extensive experience in complex cases, including serious sexual offences, motoring law, and money laundering.We provide clear, approachable advice while maintaining professional rigour, with a dedicated team handling investigations, court proceedings, and appeals. Approved by The Legal Aid Agency for complex fraud cases, we combine decades of experience with a client-focused approach to deliver exceptional legal representation.
Services
Criminal Defence
Business Crime
Fraud Investigations
Regulatory Compliance
Motoring Offences
Serious Sexual Offences
Crown Court Representation
Legal Aid Applications
Corporate Fraud
Appeals Handling
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- Established in 1967 with dedicated criminal law expertise
- Ranked top 3 in West Midlands by Legal 500 and Chambers
- Approved by The Legal Aid Agency for complex fraud cases
- 24-hour emergency helpline for urgent legal matters
- Team includes Higher Courts Advocates with decades of experience
Associations and certifications
- Legal Aid Agency
What people say
Top firms in Birmingham
Rolls-Royce service in financial crime
Fearless advocates with immense intellect
Exceptional commitment and dedication
Leading solicitors for crime and fraud
Services
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence service provides expert legal support for individuals facing criminal charges. With solicitors qualified as Higher Courts Advocates, we handle cases ranging from motoring offences to serious sexual allegations. We offer immediate police station attendance, bail applications, and trial representation, ensuring clients receive clear advice and robust defence strategies tailored to their specific circumstances.
Business Crime
Specialist business crime services address corporate fraud, bribery, and regulatory investigations. Our team handles cases involving HMRC, Serious Fraud Office, and international authorities. We provide strategic defence for companies facing regulatory scrutiny, with expertise in confiscation proceedings and financial crime compliance. Our solicitors work closely with businesses to mitigate legal risks while maintaining operational integrity during investigations.
Fraud Investigations
Fraud investigation services cover complex cases involving money laundering, corporate fraud, and regulatory breaches. Approved by The Legal Aid Agency for serious fraud cases, we represent clients in high-profile SFO investigations. Our solicitors combine forensic analysis with legal expertise to develop defence strategies, working with international clients and cross-border legal teams to achieve optimal outcomes in financial crime matters.
Crown Court Representation
Comprehensive Crown Court representation includes trial advocacy and appeals handling. Our solicitors appear in both Magistrates' and Crown Courts, specialising in serious criminal cases. We prepare detailed case strategies, present evidence effectively, and challenge prosecution arguments through experienced courtroom advocacy. This service ensures clients receive consistent legal representation from initial hearings through to final sentencing or appeal outcomes.
Legal Aid Applications
Legal aid application assistance helps clients access approved funding for criminal cases. We guide clients through the Legal Aid Agency's requirements, preparing necessary documentation for eligibility assessment. Our firm's approval to handle complex fraud cases ensures qualified representation for eligible clients. This service maintains transparency about funding options while pursuing the best possible legal outcomes within available resources.
People
Fergal Bloomer
Solicitor & Partner
Higher Courts Advocate specialising in Magistrates Court trials since 1988. Recognised by Legal 500 as one of the West Midlands' finest solicitor advocates with extensive experience in serious criminal cases.
Ben Henry
Solicitor & Partner
Leading lawyer in corporate crime with expertise in fraud, bribery, and cross-border investigations. Ranked by Chambers and Legal 500 for strategic strengths in Serious Fraud Office cases and international client representation.
Steven Jonas
Solicitor & Partner
Higher Courts Advocate with expertise in human rights and judicial review. Former Birmingham Law Society President, appearing in Crown Court and Court of Appeal with Legal 500 recognition for intellectual rigour.
Julia Morgan
Solicitor & Partner
Criminal law specialist since 1989 with Higher Court Advocacy qualifications. Leads Crown Court and Criminal Investigations Department, focusing on sexual offences and vulnerable witness cases with thorough preparation.
Matt O'Brien
Solicitor & Partner
Specialises in confiscation and business crime since 2010. Works closely with regulatory bodies on criminal investigations, ranked as Legal 500 Next Generation Lawyer in Criminal Fraud for practical, creative legal solutions.
Questions
What areas of law does Jonas Roy Bloom specialise in?
We specialise in criminal defence, business crime, fraud investigations, regulatory compliance, motoring offences, and serious sexual offences cases across West Midlands and Birmingham.
Are your solicitors qualified for higher court representation?
Yes, our team includes Higher Courts Advocates qualified to handle all proceedings in Magistrates' and Crown Courts across England and Wales.
Can I get legal aid for my case?
We are approved by The Legal Aid Agency for complex fraud cases. Our team will assess your eligibility and guide you through the application process.
What makes Jonas Roy Bloom different from other law firms?
Ranked top 3 in West Midlands by Legal 500 and Chambers, we combine 50+ years' experience with specialist accreditation in financial crime and serious fraud cases.
Reviews (4)
Terry Donnelly
May 07, 2022
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Personal. I havnt needed to use them for a long time. From. Geoge, to Steven, to bloom.thankyou. That Bow tie, ,s mashed it.
Sue Mortimer Squires
Apr 13, 2022
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Massive thanks to mark chatwin and his team, they really supported us throughout a very long period, I really felt that my son wasn't just a client and that he truly cared what was in my sons best interest, any questions or enquiries about the case was promptly answered, he supported not just my son but us as a family, I truly believe we got the best when we got mark chatwin and his team.
Tracey
Dec 01, 2021
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Mark and his team are amazing mark really is a credit I recommend him to anyone he has helped me so much thankyou mr chatwin for everything
Michael Wheeler Mikkie
Oct 11, 2021
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A big thanks to Matt and the team for their professional, sensitive and client focused approach. Always a phone call or email away when needed, which is rare in this industry. Wouldn't hesitate in recommending.
