This page has contact details for some of the best Legal Aid Solicitors in Stockport.
Walsh Solicitors Ltd
Walsh Solicitors Ltd is a well‑established independent law firm with branches in Stockport, Heaton Moor, Macclesfield, Blackburn, and Rossendale. They offer a wide range of legal services—including criminal defence, family law, conveyancing, civil litigation, wills, trusts, and probate—underpinned by decades of specialist expertise and a strong reputation for client care. Their Stockport branch particularly excels in residential conveyancing and legal aid criminal defence, earning high praise locally and nationally
Legal Aid Services
Walsh Solicitors is authorised to provide Legal Aid in multiple legal areas, ensuring access to justice for clients who qualify:
- Criminal Defence: They offer 24/7 police station advice under the Legal Aid Agency, with representation available through Magistrates’, Crown, Youth, and Court of Appeal proceedings. The team handles a broad range of criminal matters, from motoring offences to serious crimes such as fraud, violence, and murder
- Family and Housing Law: While not explicitly stated online, their range of family and conveyancing services suggests they likely support Legal Aid clients in family disputes and housing-related matters. Those eligible can contact the firm directly to confirm specific legal aid coverage
Company History
- Founded & Structure:
Incorporated on 5 August 2015 (originally under the name Advent Legal Ltd), the firm rebranded later that year to Walsh Solicitors Ltd. It employs multiple solicitors regulated by the SRA, with named directors including Carolyn Walsh and Terence Walsh - Reputation & Accreditations:
Noted for its high‑quality conveyancing, the Stockport office is ranked #1 locally in Criminal Defence, Wills & Probate, and Property & Housing services. The firm holds Law Society accreditations such as the Conveyancing Quality Scheme and Criminal Litigation - Client Care Commitment:
Walsh Solicitors emphasises strong client relationships, offering accessibility for diverse needs, including language support and disability accommodations. Their structured equality and diversity policies (including interpreters on legal aid cases) are detailed explicitly in their “Communications Plan”
16-18 Gorton Road
Reddish
Stockport
Cheshire
SK5 6AF
https://walshsolicitors.com/
Tel: 0161 672 2267
Morton’s Solicitors
22, Middle Hillgate
Stockport
SK1 3AY
Tel: 0161 477 1121
www.mortons-solicitors.co.uk