Expert Criminal Defence:
Comprehensive Serious Crime Representation
Tackling Complex Serious Crime Cases
Joe Rawlings frequently represents clients in cases involving conspiracy to supply Class A drugs, county line drug offences, and other serious crimes such as robbery, murder, and manslaughter.
With over 25 years of experience as a criminal defence lawyer across Greater Manchester and beyond, Joe’s expertise extends to cases involving complex joint enterprise, terrorism, conspiracy to supply or possess firearms and prohibited weapons, serious assaults, and people trafficking.
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Joe also brings extensive knowledge of financial crime, including serious fraud and money laundering, to every case.
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Caught up in a serious drug-related legal nightmare? We understand. Joe Rawlings has extensive experience handling:
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Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs
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County line drug offences
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Large-scale drug distribution networks
Serious Crime Defence Lawyer
With 25 years defending clients across Greater Manchester, Joe has seen it all. His expertise covers:
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Murder and manslaughter cases
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Robbery allegations
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Joint enterprise proceedings
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Terrorism-related investigations
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Firearms and prohibited weapons conspiracies
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Serious assault charges
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Human trafficking cases
Worried about financial criminal allegations? Joe has got your back, offering expert defence in:
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Serious fraud investigations
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Money laundering defence strategies
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Intricate financial crime proceedings
Noteworthy Recent Cases in Serious Crime at JR Criminal Defence
Operation KAMINA: Turning the Tables
A perfect example of our strategic approach:
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Complex investigation by Greater Manchester Police
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Serious & Organised Crime Group prosecution
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Successfully negotiated an alternative plea
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Secured a community order for a client facing potential significant prison time
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Rochdale Grooming Gangs Prosecution: Navigating Complex Legal Terrain
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Comprehensive 5-year police investigation
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Multiple defendants across separate trial groups
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Ongoing Crown Court proceedings
Why Work with Joe Rawlings?
Joe Rawlings provides a personalised, boutique approach that many larger firms cannot offer. While larger practices often assign cases to junior lawyers, Joe ensures his clients’ cases receive dedicated, hands-on attention. By prioritising quality over quantity, Joe offers clients direct access to experienced legal representation and the focused time their cases deserve.
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Unlike big legal firms that shuffle you between junior lawyers, he offers:
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Direct involvement from Joe Rawlings
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Quality-driven legal strategy
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Dedicated, personal attention
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In-depth understanding of your unique situation
