Richard Silver

Specialist representation for drink driving charges, including breath test challenges and court defence. Our solicitors have secured numerous acquittals through procedural errors and evidential challenges. Clients benefit from strategic legal arguments to avoid bans and fines.

Expert advocacy for driving ban appeals using exceptional hardship arguments. We help clients retain licences for work and personal needs, with a track record of reducing disqualification periods and securing alternative penalties.

Defence against speeding allegations and totting-up bans. Our team challenges evidence validity and negotiates with prosecutors to avoid points, particularly for drivers at risk of disqualification due to cumulative penalties.

Comprehensive criminal defence in magistrates' and crown courts, including assault, fraud, and regulatory offences. Our solicitors leverage prosecutorial experience to identify weaknesses in the case and secure dismissals or reduced sentences.

Specialist support for taxi and private hire licence applications and appeals. We challenge council decisions and represent drivers facing revocation, ensuring compliance with licensing standards while protecting professional livelihoods.

Qualified in 1986 with over 30 years' experience, including eight years as a Senior Crown Prosecutor. Nationally recognised motoring law expert, BBC contributor, and founder of the Association of Motoring Offence Lawyers.

Qualified in 2003 with expertise in drink driving and fraud cases. Regularly appears in crown courts and has handled high-profile cases, including Old Bailey trials and BBC legal commentary.

Qualified in 2005 with extensive crown court experience, including murder and sexual offence acquittals. Former professional actor with a focus on mental health issues in legal cases.

Dual-qualified solicitor and advocate with seven years' experience, including two as a Crown Prosecutor. Specialises in dangerous dogs cases and legal training for criminal law professionals.

Contact Richard Silver Solicitors immediately. Avoid completing paperwork without legal advice, as we can challenge evidence validity and procedural errors to prevent bans.

Yes, we challenge evidence accuracy and use special reasons arguments to prevent points, particularly for drivers at risk of totting-up disqualifications.

We use exceptional hardship arguments and procedural challenges to retain licences, with a focus on work-related necessity and personal circumstances.

Yes, we represent clients nationwide across England and Wales, including London, Birmingham, Liverpool, and Cardiff courts.

We accept credit and debit card payments, with transparent pricing and no hidden fees for all legal services.

Judith Hawkins has represented me on 2 occasion, both cases over turned. Efficient & very professional Communication was limited to phone, emails & post due to COVID19 which did not delay either case. I would highly recommend Richard Silver Solicitors - Judith Hawkins

Richard handled my case perfectly and got me a great result! Very informative and knowledgeable and a true gent to deal with! I would highly recommend Richard and his team!

I was referred to Richard and we met in person to discuss my circumstances (I won't detail these on here), Richard was thorough and detailed in his approach whilst being professional and honest at all times. He took a balanced approach to my case and was easily contactable should I have any questions or concerns. My case was very sensitive and he treated it with the upmost care and attention. I can honestly say you can trust Richard to give you the very best chance of success. Thanks Richard.

I did a lot of research when deciding on representation and spoke to many lawyers. Richard put me at ease, always replied promptly to my emails and was friendly. I had a very technical case involving a goverment agency. Richard was outstanding and got a perfect outcome and wouldnt take any rubbish from the prosecution. For anything regarding transport/motor law, you can't be in better hands. Would recomend to anyone, he has your back. Thanks again

Richard silver helped with an appeal and then in court for no insurance offence but I had no idea they had cancelled my insurance was given the wrong representation from the first law firm when the offence first happened so Richard took my case on sorted the appeal so I could still have my license and then when we went to court on 15/1/20 he managed to get the case dismissed! He was professional, understanding, honest, very helpful and always kept me in the loop. I highly recommend him to anyone and well worth the money. Thank you again Richard one less thing to stress about whilst pregnant!

I have used Richard Silver in several alleged motoring matters since 2001. He has delivered a 100% success rate and the service offered is always friendly, business-like, extremely knowledgeable and thorough. Cannot recommend Richard and his team highly enough.

Richard and his firm provided a calm and professional service from our first phone conversation to our final meeting. At our hearing he was constructive all the way through. He gave me clear guidance as to how to prepare and as to what documentation was required and identified quickly the main areas we needed to focus with on the day. I was particularly impressed how Richard modified our strategy and subsequent approach on the day of the hearing based on current events in the media and an intellectual assessment of the various arguments we could put forward.

Finally in the actual court hearing itself his presentation was superb. He addressed every point we had discussed in the optimum order, arguments were clear and concise and even as the defendant concerned I felt quite touched by the completely factual picture he painted for the magistrates. His reference to case law was impressive and I appreciated him checking with me as I went into the witness box that everything had been presented correctly. I would recommend Richard and his firm unequivocally if you require assistance in this area of the law.