Mary Monson Solicitors | Criminal Defence Law Firm - London Reviews 

When I made my first call to Mary Monson Solicitors, Bridget answered and immediately made me feel at ease. She promptly connected me with Caitlin, who listened attentively to my situation and offered reassuring words. Caitlin clearly explained the next steps and conveyed a sense of urgency, which I appreciated. The following day, I spoke with Sara, who efficiently addressed all my questions, set up a customer account, and arranged a follow-up call for the next day. I am confident that the solicitors at Mary Monson are dedicated to understanding my case and helping me resolve this crisis swiftly and effectively.

At what is proving to be an extremely worrying and testing time Sara Longden has provided not only exceptional legal advice but also a great deal of pastoral care which is very much needed.Her expertise and caring nature make her a stand out solicitor in her field and I am beyond grateful for her assistance.

Nick Ives and his assistant Zahra Al-Falouji have just saved me. Nick Ives had been highly recommended to me by a friend and I am in turn doing the same. He was responsive, knowledgeable and kind. He explained the process simply and set out what steps would be needed and taken alongside timings. Very grateful. Hope to never have to use a specialist criminal law firm again but if I do then this is the firm that I would be contacting.

It’s been 8 years, but I can’t thank nick, Alex and team for everything they did for me back then, I will never forget it. I ended up in an awful situation, accused of things I didn’t do, and was an absolute mess, but thanks to these guys I got through it!! I can’t rate these guys enough. Highly recommend.

Alex Chowdhury, the solicitor who represented us, was exceptionally knowledgeable and above all kind, He was available whenever we needed him for advice. He made a truly awful situation bearable and possible to deal with. It was so important to have someone who really was on our side. No charges were brought and we are so very grateful to Alex for everything he did.

Nick provided both sensible, informed advice and a clear understandable route map about the process as it unfolded. Despite my numerous (as I thought) silly questions - which he must have heard many times before - he was never anything less than respectful and patient and took time to make sure I was up to speed with what was going on behind the scenes.

It's a scary time and easy to feel lost and very small in the huge "justice" juggernaut. MM in general and Nick in particular made the time bearable, and I will be forever grateful for that.

Our son was accused of a crime he did not commit. We did some research on quality Legal Defence Practices, selected Mary Monson and engaged Alex Chowdhury, and we are so pleased we did.

Alex showed empathy and supported our son and us throughout this incredibly traumatic and drawn out process. At all times we had full confidence that we were well represented. Alex's calm support and expertise made this nightmare easier to understand and navigate right through to the correct unanimous not guilty verdict. I cannot recommend Mary Monson and Alex Chowdhury highly enough.

When my son was 21 he was arrested and accused of rape; this tore his and my family's world apart and we contacted Mary Monson Solicitors soon after. From the moment my son first spoke to Alex he felt supported and not alone and as his mother, I felt reassured that my son would be looked after. We were not disappointed. Alex navigated us through what was the worst 4 years of our lives with the utmost professionalism together with compassion, empathy and understanding. Alex always had the time to deal with us, and answered all of our questions fully and promptly and always with a caring understanding of what my son was going through. The outcome of the trial was successful and the preparation and time that Alex gave my son beforehand together with his presence at court was invaluable to both his case and his confidence. I can never thank Alex enough for helping a very frightened young man through a terrible ordeal. I fully recommend Alex and Mary Monson Solicitors without any hesitation.

I have been supported through Mary Monson Solicitors for the last five years you have had my back and knew that I was innocent hence you pursued and fought for my case. I appreciate it and hand my heart for my children. I can probably say I will recommend your services to another.

I cannot express my thanks enough to Alex Chowdhury, Senior Solicitor at Mary Monson, and Paul Williams, Barrister of 33 Bedford Chambers. Alex's communication was great and immediate all through the lead up to magistrate and crown court hearings. He was very professional and supportive and meticulously assembled the case for the defence. Barrister Paul Williams was instructed and was brilliant both in the magistrates court and later in the Crown Court. A guilty plea was always intended but through a clearly argued legal pathway using former case law and excellent preparation and presentation of mitigating circumstances, the best result possible was achieved. I most strongly recommend that you consider Alex and his team as your first choice if you find yourself needing a solicitor for criminal defence.

I cannot praise Alex enough for his exceptional legal expertise and unwavering dedication in handling my case. From the moment I engaged his services, I knew I was in capable hands, and his professionalism surpassed all expectations.

Alex's profound understanding of the law combined with his meticulous attention to detail was evident in every aspect of my case. He took the time to thoroughly analyse the intricacies of the situation, leaving no stone unturned in his pursuit of justice. His strategic approach and sharp analytical skills were instrumental in crafting a robust legal strategy that ultimately led to our victory.

What truly sets Alex apart is his unwavering commitment to his clients. Throughout the entire process, he provided unwavering support and guidance, ensuring that I was well-informed and prepared every step of the way. His clear communication and transparency helped alleviate any concerns or uncertainties I had, allowing me to trust in his expertise wholeheartedly.

Furthermore, Alex's professionalism and integrity are second to none. He conducted himself with the utmost professionalism at all times, treating me with respect and empathy. His integrity and ethical conduct were evident in every interaction, instilling confidence and trust in his abilities.

Thanks to Alex's outstanding representation, we achieved a favorable outcome in my case that exceeded all expectations. I am immensely grateful for his tireless efforts, unwavering dedication, and unparalleled expertise. If you're in need of legal representation, look no further than Alex Chowdhury – he is the solicitor you want by your side.

I can not recommend Mary Monson highly enough. All staff were highly professional, efficient and clearly very knowledgeable. I personally dealt with Nick Ives and his wonderful paralegal Emily. Both were excellent and I felt informed throughout what could be an extremely stressful period.
Overall my experience with Mary Monson was excellent.

I had an unexpected issue for which I needed some urgent advice. Within one hour of receiving my request for a call Nick called me and resolved the issues with no further consequences! Cannot Thank him enough for putting my mind at rest and clearly exploring my options and next steps. He was very knowledgeable and knew exactly what advice and assistance I required.

The service that I received from Mary Monson Solicitors was fantastic. Right through the legal process they were always there - extremely supportive, from the initial police interview right through to the final court hearing.
Thank you very much.

Sara really helped me a lot and I appreciate all the hard work she put in for me to get the right result

Having struggled with a couple solicitors beforehand, we decided to go with Mary Monson where from the off I felt supported and heard. My solicitor, Alex Chowdhury, was always on hand to answer questions and queries and give much needed support during a long and difficult time. He worked meticulously through the evidence and with me to put in the groundwork before trial and selected a great barrister who suited our case. This meant that during the trial we felt in safe hands. My solicitor was great throughout the trial giving genuine support and strong guidance. If I hadn't decided to go with Mary Monson I would never have felt as secure in achieving the right outcome, which together we did.

We found MM to be very helpful at a hugely difficult time. Communications were regular and informative. They explained the legal process and answered questions whenever we asked. The found the most suitable barrister for the case and worked with them as a single team. This gave us the best chance of the right outcome (which fortunately was the case). We wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone needing legal assistance.

As soon as we instructed Mary Monson to represent our son (20) we felt supported and reassured that a positive outcome might be possible. Their professionalism coupled with a much needed personal approach was invaluable. Emails were responded to promptly, Questions answered honestly and the seriousness of the situation was acknowledged but we were never made to feel that it was hopeless. The suggested barrister was perfect and the relationship between the 3 parties, us, our solicitor and our barrister was excellent. While the trial was without doubt the most stressful week of our lives, we felt supported and confident that we had the best possible legal team. Our solicitor was so supportive of our son, ensuring that he felt prepared and as confident as possible for his time in the witness box. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.

When I unexpectedly found myself in a spot of legal bother, Alex Chowdhury was professional and reassuring throughout and helped the case get dropped with no further action being taken.

Used Nick Ives for a Defense.
Very professional down to earth solicitor who run rings around the police officer with a unfounded accusation.
Hopefully never need him again but if necessary would not hesitate to use again.
Thanks Nick