At Highgate Solicitors, we are specialist criminal defence solicitors dedicated to providing a personal, honest and professional service. Our clients consistently recognise our commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes, praising our advocacy, attention to detail and straightforward approach. With more than 60 years of combined experience, thousands of successful cases and a 5-star client rating, we represent individuals across a wide range of criminal matters, including murder and manslaughter, drug offences, sexual offences, serious violence, fraud, POCA restraint and confiscation proceedings, and extradition and European Arrest Warrants. We offer a free initial consultation, during which we provide a clear assessment of your case, discuss any concerns you may have and determine your eligibility for legal aid.Our team is led by Ashfaq Chowdhury, founder of Highgate Solicitors, who has practised since 2004 and is widely recognised for his courtroom advocacy and extensive experience in criminal law. Alongside him, Umar Yasin provides representation from police station attendance through to Crown Court trials, regularly handling serious and complex matters. Together, we defend clients facing allegations ranging from possession offences to large-scale international drug conspiracies, serious sexual allegations, financial crime and violent offences. Every case is managed with efficiency, care and unwavering dedication, ensuring that each client receives the attention and representation they deserve.
Served areas
- West Yorkshire
Highlights and features
- Over 60 years of combined criminal defence legal experience
- Thousands of successful case outcomes across complex criminal matters
- Specialist representation for murder, fraud, drugs, and sexual offence cases
- Free initial consultations with honest and accurate case assessments
- Dedicated advocacy from police station interviews to Crown Court trials
- Trusted by clients nationwide for meticulous and results-focused legal support
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Offences involving drugs form a large part of our criminal caseload. We have over 60 years of combined experience in representing clients who face charges ranging from simple possession of drugs, through to cases involving the large scale importation and international conspiracies to supply drugs. Facing a charge involving a sexual allegation is a stressful and distressing experience.
We have a dedicated team of lawyers who are experts in Motoring Law. Many firms claim expertise in this field but few can surpass the depth and breadth of our Motoring Department, Our department is headed by experienced solicitor, Ashfaq Chowdhury. Ashfaq started his legal career as a Legal Advisor to Magistrates, advising Magistrates on law and procedure.
Whatever the offence is, you can rest assured that an experienced and passionate lawyer will be at the forefront of your case. Our passion and dedication to defending our clients shines through all our work. English law has literally thousands of offences listed and it is beyond the scope of any website to list them all!
These offences carry a wide range of penalties ranging from a fine all the way through to life imprisonment. The stakes are high, and it is essential that you have a legal team who know how to effectively defend you and act in your best interests. We have heavyweight experience of defending clients facing allegations of violence.
Reviews (31)
Amanda Murphy Faiz Elanizi
Jul 24, 2026
Karim
May 31, 2026
Kian Ward
May 23, 2026
Adnaan Khan
Apr 29, 2026
Amazing service by Highgate Solictior's. I would like to give a special mention to Umar who was very approachable and friendly, giving the correct advice and always staying in contact after seeking advice on the day making sure I am doing okay and if I require any further help and advice. Highly recommended firm for all your needs.
Haider Ali
Apr 12, 2026
I had an excellent experience working with this lawyer. They were professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my case from start to finish. They always took the time to explain every step of the process clearly and were readily available whenever I had questions.
Their communication was outstanding, and they made a stressful situation much easier to navigate. I always felt confident that my case was in capable hands. I truly appreciate their dedication, expertise, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome.
I highly recommend their services to anyone seeking reliable and professional legal assistance.
Their communication was outstanding, and they made a stressful situation much easier to navigate. I always felt confident that my case was in capable hands. I truly appreciate their dedication, expertise, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome.
I highly recommend their services to anyone seeking reliable and professional legal assistance.
Yasmin Begum
Sep 30, 2025
Simon Cardwell
Jun 16, 2025
Hassan Munir
Jun 16, 2022
Highgate Solicitors are absolutely amazing! This was a very stressful & tiring process for me but Ashfaq and his team went above and beyond and made the full process very easy for me. The team were very polite, very easy to get in contact with, kept me updated all the way through & responded very quickly to any queries that I had. The outcome would not have been possible without their help. I would highly recommend Highgate solicitors to anyone & everyone! Once again, a big thank you to you!
Simon Sihra
May 21, 2022
Adam Kahn
Apr 20, 2022
AMAZING SERVICE MR CHOWDHURY WAS VERY SUPPORTIVE ALL THE WAY THROUGH THE CASE IF I HAD ANY PROBLEMS HE WAS THERE TO REASSURE ME. EXCELLENT RESULT WHAT WE WANTED BEST IN THE GAME FOR CRIMINAL AND DRIVING LAW WOULD DEFO RECOMMEND TO EVERYONE WHO NEEDS A CRIMINAL CASE SPECIALIST AND DRIVING CASE SPECIALIST.
A. C.
Apr 10, 2022
Highgate solicitors did an excellent job when I required assistance during a recent legal matter. The solicitor gave me reassurance at all times and delivered as promised, they were prompt, kept to the timing agreed and I felt assured that they were the right firm of solicitors to assist me. In the future I will not hesitate to use them.
Amar Saddiq
Mar 23, 2022
Umar was very professional and timely, and gave me the expert advice i needed and helped me very much through court. With his expert opinion we got the decision we needed. Highly recommend no time wasting straight to the point and very effective. Recommended highly for any driving convictions in court
Victor Kovac
Mar 15, 2022
Mohammed Salim
Feb 16, 2022
Priya S.
Feb 02, 2022
Rz Idsigma
Dec 22, 2021
Lewis Moorhouse
Dec 20, 2021
Rayaan Bashir
Dec 20, 2021
Umaid Khan Uk K.
Dec 01, 2021
This firm have provided excellent service. I would highly recommend them to others seeking legal help. Absolutely delighted with the service I received. Honestly I really appreciate the hard work that has been done from each and everyone that took part in winning my case. It's definitely a brilliant experience and brilliantly done from your team. Thank you so much.
Lesley Roach
Nov 19, 2021
My experience with this law firm has been outstanding. They are professional, compassionate and go above and beyond their job. I cannot express the words enough how exceptional these lawyers are. If anyone needs professional, responsive, good value and good quality solicitors Highgate are the ones to ring. The treatment you will receive is excellence.
Hamid Raza
Nov 19, 2021
This firm is outstanding! Extremely satisfied with the service they have provided. I was well informed of the details regarding my case from the beginning. They carried out their duties professionally. Mr Umar was dedicated throughout my case and was responsive to all my queries. Thank you very much! I highly recommend to anyone looking for professional support with any criminal matters. Thanks Highgate!
Keelan Foster
Nov 18, 2021
A. Mehmood
Oct 16, 2021
F. Bandz
Sep 30, 2021
Ben
Feb 10, 2021
An amazing and most genuine solicitor firm. I found myself in a sticky situation on a drink driving charge. After speaking to many other firms being sold a complete unrealistic dream.
Ash was very cooperative throughout from start to finish and very informative, I couldn’t have asked for anything more from him. Worth every penny and would strongly recommend to anybody. Thank you again!
Ash was very cooperative throughout from start to finish and very informative, I couldn’t have asked for anything more from him. Worth every penny and would strongly recommend to anybody. Thank you again!
Mohammad Pandor
Feb 02, 2021
Junaid Zaman
Dec 08, 2020
Brilliant service from start to finish. Kept me up to date with what was going on with my case. Court attendance solicitor was on time and understanding. Very great result in the end for me. Cant recommended them enough. For all your motoring needs. Contact Highgate Solicitors. Wish i could award you more then 5 stars.
Leon Spearman
Nov 03, 2020
Martyn Evans
Mar 09, 2019
Aamir Patel
Irfan Kocheri
One of the best solicitors firms in the city of Bradford. They are so helpful, professional, informative, supportive and kind people. You need to ask for Shamyla or Ashfaq, they are simply so respectful. I have been there twice to see Shamyla, she is brilliant, she did actually go and get me some water herself, how nice is that your solicitor goes and brings some water for you to drink, even when you've actually not asked for. These people are so professional and lovely. Thanks so much guys.