Stuart Sutton Defence Lawyer Ltd - Yorkshire

Rhys K.

Words can not express how much hard work, time and effort Stuart put into my case.
I strongly believe that if it wasn’t for his help I wouldn’t have gotten the not guilty verdict but thanks to him and his AMAZING TEAM I did..

I highly recommend Stuart to any and all worth every penny..!! 🌟

Steven T.

Stuart recently successfully helped me through a very stressful professional conduct hearing. Stuart took the emotion out of the situation, helped me prepare for the hearing, found me an excellent barrister, and was very thorough and professional all the way from beginning to the end of the case.

I highly recommend Stuart and the advice and insights he provides to his clients.

James

If you are stuck, I would highly recommend Mary Monson solicitors. I've found them to be more use

I used this guy in the past - interesting to see how he's branched out on his own.

After reading a newspaper article I carried out a search on the internet and then placed a comment based on the search.

The following day I was arrested and remanded. I was further questioned about sikipedia (the jokes website) and other trivial sites.

It was brought up that I had looked at sikipedia and carried out the search. I explained to Stuart that I had carried out a search and then placed a comment that started with "just googled" however Mr Sutton didn't take the time to find the article and produce it at court. As a consequence I was remanded. I attempted to contact Mr sutton on a number of occasions and explained that he needs to find the article. He didn't over a month later after talking my father through it, my father found the article and forwarded it to stuart, after which the case was dropped.

I was bailed in July after more than a month in prison. Bearing in mind I was in prison and was given no papers It would have been nice to have known I needed to sign on. As a consequence I was arrested for breach of the offender register.

I was also arrested for having a camera. Mr Sutton had a copy of my SHPO, which said nothing about not being able to have a camera. Only that I had to register it, the charge was then changed to failure to register. FORTUNATELY I was able to point out that the device had no storage... Since my release I submitted a Subject access request for Probation records, prison records and Police interview recordings

1 - the phone I was breached for I found that the police knew about it. I had a complaint upheld by the information commissioner. In addition to that I found a recorded police interview where they stated they knew about my phone AND CAMERA.

2 - The probation notes and police statement said that an offender manager visited my in prison. Prison visit records showed no such visit

2 - I found emails that contradicted advice and the camera

3 - I had complaint upheld regarding failure to notify.

In short, I had to wait until I was released to do all the legwork and complaints myself. I had zero support from Stuart during my ELEVEN MONTHS on remand. He visited me twice, wouldn't answer my phone calls. When I did ask him to access / request access to emails I had sent the police. When I informed him I had emailed the police he never bothered to request a copy of emails, previous interviews

As it happens, even though I placed a formal complaint against my offender manager, this was not upheld due to the passage of time.

claire S.

I cannot express my gratitude towards Stuart Sarah and Chris enough. After 4.5years of living with these allegations, and an 8 day trial it was over… NOT GUILTY. Stuart from the very first phone call made me feel at ease, I had 100% confidence in all there legal skills, and I was not wrong. Every question, thought or panic email, was swiftly, and kindly answered, I was kept upto speed on every part of my case, by Stuart and Sarah. I really do owe these guys my life. Chris, a man inow call a friend. watching him work would have been a pleasure under different circumstances! … I was even grateful for the kick up the bottom I needed on occasion!!
Saying 5 star and an excellent team really doesn’t cut it. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts guys. *

Kelly H.

Not at all happy with the experience or representation received from Stuart, I found him to be extremely rude, patronising & arrogant, out of touch and over priced, very money orientated, he wasn’t interested in my case or well being, or the impact the allegations have had on my life, his whole attitude from first point of contact was have you got the means to pay! After explaining my situation & the allegations, he said it will go to trial which will cost from x amount depending on how many days, even though there was very little evidence, he seemed to revel in the fact a potential trial was pending, meaning more money for him, I believe he should of approached the CPS seeking NFA, I didn’t feel comfortable or confident with stuart, who was out to prolong my case to extorte as much money as possible out of me!! AVOID AVOID AVOID, uncaring unsympathetic zero compassion, after paying the initial deposit required & very little work achieved with delayed updates, I parted ways due to poor service & advice, lack of compassion & work achieved, I feel let down & out of pocket financially! Unfortunately Stuart fell below the expected standards causing me unnecessary stress, trauma & anxiety he failed in his duty of care! Think twice about using him! Definitely would not recommend this firm

lorraine916

Stuart was very professional and knowledgable when dealing with my. husbands historical sex case which was an extremely difficult one due to the added complications of the accusers complex personalties. Due to covid it took over 3 years to finally get a positive outcome for which we will always be extremely grateful. Throughout Stuart was always available and would always get back to you straight away which was very reassuring. Highly recommend.

Joe

After having the police turn up at my door and requesting my presence for a voluntary interview following some allegations made against me, and not feeling comfortable with the Duty solicitor I was provided. I spent the next few days searching for a Solicitor I was happy with. I felt the majority of the ones I had a conversation with, I was still not as comfortable as I needed to be with a solicitor due to the seriousness of the allegations and it's implications on my career. After the initial conversation with Stuart, it was a breath of fresh air and could instantly see the wealth of knowledge and expertise that stuart possesses. He instantly had my mind at ease as much as possible at that current time, and it was obvious that he genuine interest and wasn’t just after money for the least amount of work necessary which was one feeling I got from quite a few other companies. From the moment Stuart was instructed to take over my defence, His services provided was to the highest standard. Stuart went above and beyond to ensure that he had regular updates within the stages of the investigation, whilst also maintaining prompt contact with myself to keep me informed, reassured and answer any questions I had during the Investigation.
Once again I would like to thank Stuart and his team for all their hard work for me over the last 12 months.

Ashia C.

Absolutely zero customer service. The man who answered the phone - who I believe to be Stuart - surprisingly said he knows he is being rude. Why offer a to public if you’re going to be so rude? Not everyone understands the legal jargon so a little bit of understanding would be nice. Anyway - it’s no surprise this man represents the perps! Absolutely awful.