Colleen Dickinson-Jones

Chartered Legal Executive Criminal Advocate

Personal details

Full Name:
Colleen Dickinson-Jones
Job Title:
Chartered Legal Executive Criminal Advocate
Department:
Crime
Education:
  • Paddock House Convent Grammar School
  • Accrington College
  • Blackburn College (Ilex Law)
Additional qualifications:
7 GCE O’ Level’s including Grade A English Language & Art, Creative Writing A Level, HNC Business Core Finance, Ilex Practice & Law Papers Level 4 Years 1 & 2, Criminal Law - Family Law - Contract Law - Tort Law - Family Practice, and All Level 6 Professional Higher Diploma in Law Including one distinction, Duty Police Accreditation Scheme, Duty Solicitor Magistrates Court

Specialities

  • Criminal Law
  • Homicide and serious sexual offences
  • Drug offences
  • Fraud and other offences of Dishonesty
  • Violence, including Robbery and Assault
  • Public Order offences
  • Breach of Court Orders

Background

I am a Criminal Defence Lawyer, with experience of all aspects of Criminal Defence work through all stages of cases from the Police Station investigation through to proceedings in both the Magistrates and Higher Courts including sentencing and appeals.

Motivation

What aspects of your job do you enjoy the most?

Positive outcomes for clients.

Why did you choose a career in the legal sector?

After being a PA for many years I found myself working in the legal sector and progressed my way through to my current role.

Personal interests

  • Listening to Opera
  • Theatre
  • Socialising with husband, family and friends
  • Quizzes

Our Promise to You

  • Friendly, personal legal services Friendly, personal legal services

    We promise that our approachable solicitors will provide you with a genuinely personal service that puts your needs first. Our team of experts are always on hand to give you support when you need it.

  • Award-winning service in our fields of expertise Award-winning service in our fields of expertise

    We pride ourselves in offering the highest standards of service across each of our legal departments. Regardless of your situation, we promise to provide you with the very best legal advice.

  • Advice tailored to your needs Advice tailored to your needs

    We promise to listen to your needs and offer the right guidance for your situation.

    There is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution in any area of the law. Every case requires a tailored approach and you deserve a solicitor who understands this.

  • Outstanding customer service and care Outstanding customer service and care

    Our excellent reputation is built on our exceptional level of client care.

    Every case is handled with the highest level of respect and many of our clients go on to recommend us after building an invaluable relationship with our solicitors.

  • Transparent fees and processes Transparent fees and processes

    Transparency is very important to us. We promise to provide you with total Transparencyrency on fees, so you know exactly what you are paying for. We’ll also make sure you’re kept updated on the progress of your case every step of the way.

  • Approachable and friendly solicitors