At the heart of every case are the people we fight for.

We keep every detail of your case in the shadows, with nothing exposed, every step cloaked in secrecy.

We bring clarity where there is chaos.

Whether in police custody or standing trial before the court, in every shadow of crime, our counsel is discreet and our advocacy formidable.

At Lord & Solomon

We attend police stations across London every day.

We partner directly with leading barristers renowned for their expertise in serious crime. 

What is a voluntary interview?


The police want to ask you questions, but you are not under arrest. You can leave anytime unless they tell you that you are arrested.

  • Ask for a solicitor. It costs nothing.

  • If you are under 18, or need help, an ‘appropriate adult’ must be with you.

  • If you do not understand English, the police will provide someone to help you for free.

  • You don’t have to answer.

  • The police can contact a family member, friend, or trusted person to notify them you are at the station.

  • You can ask to see the Police Codes of Practice.

  • If you said no lawyer before, you can ask for one later. Police must wait until you have spoken to your lawyer.

Making a complaint:
If you feel treated unfairly, you can complain to:

  • A senior police officer.

  • The Independent Office for Police Conduct.

  • Your lawyer or Member of Parliament.

What is an Identification Parade?

The police want to check if a witness can point out the right person. This could be a live line‑up, a group, or a video showing you with other people.

  • You will be asked to sign a form to say if you agree to take part.

  • You can refuse.

  • You do not have to give a reason if you refuse.

  • Your refusal may be mentioned in court. The police may still use old photos or try another method.

  • You must not stand out. Everyone must appear similar.

Types of Identification

Video Identification

  • The witness watches a video with you and at least eight other people who look like you.

  • Everyone is shown the same way so you do not stand out.

  • Only one witness at a time will watch.

  • The witness is not told who the suspect is.

  • You do not have to be there, but your solicitor can attend.

  • If your solicitor cannot attend, the police record the video.

Identification Parade

  • You stand in a line with at least eight other people who look like you.

  • Each person has a number.

  • You can choose where to stand and change position after each witness.

  • If you have something unusual (scar, tattoo, hair colour), steps may be taken to make everyone look similar.

  • The witness looks at the line one at a time.

  • The witness is not told who the suspect is.

Group Identification

  • You join a group of people who may be standing or walking.

  • The witness tries to pick you out.

  • The police will make sure the group looks similar to you.

Mistaken identity remains one of the foremost causes of wrongful convictions.

A case of mistaken identity at a police station?

At Lord & Solomon

  • How long did you see them?

  • How far away were they?

  • Could you see clearly or was something in the way?

  • Do you know this person?

  • Why do you remember them?

  • How long ago did it happen?

  • Did you see anything wrong or remember it wrong?

Legal Aid can assist with costs.

If you cannot afford a lawyer, the government may pay for you.

On police bail?

You can instruct us.