Chairman's Blog 
Since my last blog there have been some significant developments in the world of Criminal Defence.
Friday 24th October saw the news break of new levels of pay in the current VHCC scheme; although these include increases for solicitor panel members the main driving force was to entice those starving silks back into contracted work.Welcome
CLSA Chairman Joy Merriam Play
The Criminal Law Solicitors' Association proudly represents solicitors and those working in law firms in the field of criminal law throughout England and Wales.
We are now celebrating nearly 20 years of working to ensure that the voice of the defence is a strong contributor to the effective operation of criminal justice, whether in the legislative environment, practical aspects of criminal investigations and court process or payment by the state for representation through legal aid.
Applications for full membership are welcome from criminal law solicitors. Associate membership is for all those, including police station Legal Executives, Accredited Representatives and paralegals, working in criminal law firms and who are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
The Association is happy to provide details of member firms who may be able to help with legal problems and which include any element of criminal or motoring law.
We regret that we cannot give legal advice.
