Howard & Byrne has been providing an unparalleled level of service to individuals and companies, since 1999.

The Firm

At all times we remain committed to finding solutions and achieving results.

Specialising in all aspects of criminal defence, Howard & Byrne's dedicated team is straight talking and approachable, with a proven track record in delivering personalised, high quality advice and representation.

Our client-centred approach enables Howard & Byrne to respond to your legal needs wherever and whenever they present themselves. Whether your legal problem is being negotiated, investigated or defended in North Yorkshire, nationally within England and Wales or internationally across jurisdictional borders in the US, Europe or Middle East, Howard & Byrne is qualified, equipped and ready to respond. Based in York and Scarborough, we also have an office in London.

We have consistently, year in year out, been involved in some of the most significant cases in the UK and overseas, including murder, multi-million pound bribery, fraud, corruption, money laundering and other significant major crime.

Howard & Byrne is recognised by The Times by our inclusion in the Times Top 200 legal firms. We are currently rated Band 1 by Chambers & Partners for our criminal defence work, and a Noted Firm for fraud work. We are ranked by Legal 500 for our fraud work, and top Tier 1 for general crime. Colin Byrne and Kevin Blount are both Leading Individuals in their fields.

"Excellent service provided. I was kept up to date at all times and provided support and reassurance throughout the process. I would recommend Howard & Byrne without reservation."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"My solicitor tackled the difficult circumstances of this case with great sensitivity and has pursued every detail of the evidence with meticulous care and thoroughness."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"You are very professional, easy to talk to, always available to get hold of, friendly, warm and understanding. I felt very well looked after, you had my best interests at heart."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"When my solicitor saw me, I was extremely anxious but he helped me by having a calming attitude. I would recommend him to anyone. He didn’t just say what I wanted to hear."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"We were very impressed by the handling of the case. Our solicitor was business-like, knowledgeable, calls a spade a spade in true Yorkshire fashion and was compassionate."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I recommend your services to my friends. It's important to be recommended somebody who someone trusts, especially in a time of crisis."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Everyone involved in my case kept me informed without leaving any information out to ensure I fully understood everything that was happening."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I would not hesitate to recommend Howard & Byrne, as you gave me quick, honest and fair advice in a friendly but professional manner."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Friendly and trustworthy firm of solicitors who follow your instructions very well. Always straight forward and tell straight to the point. You always know where you stand."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I have had a positive result every time I have used these services and you're very helpful, respectful and friendly."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Your firm treated me with respect, listened and advised me when I was fearful and unsure of what to do next."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"You have always represented me to the best of your ability. I want to thank you for your help over the years."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I would recommend you as everything is clear, well thought of, regular contact is maintained and very professional at all times."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I felt at east throughout, and my various options and outcome was given to me so that I felt fully prepared."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"All my needs were met and you maintained communication, keeping me up to date at every step of the way."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Best legal representative I've have ever had, wish I'd met her sooner. No nonsense, straight talking, brutal Yorkshire honesty."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Felt in safe hands, and this was reassuring. The balance between professionalism and friendliness was comforting."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Reassuring, knowledgeable, spoke to me about my options clearly and was kind and understanding of my situation."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"The response was prompt and friendly, we felt there was genuine concern and everything was clearly explained."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Everything was explained perfectly for those who are not familiar with the law. All staff were excellent."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I will be forever grateful for all the time and effort put in to get the positive result that we got."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"The level of service I received was excellent, my solicitor was always at the end of the phone."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Best solicitors I could wish for. So friendly every time, answer all my questions and get good results."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"The level of service and advice given at all times was over and above satisfactory. Thank you so much."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Service was very good, didn't waste my time and got a good result from your solicitors as always."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Everything was explained clearly and in a way I understood, having never been in this situation before."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I felt that I was in safe hands and that I was looked after. Very reassuring."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Always ready to help and give advice. The most helpful solicitors I have every come across."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"You fought my case to the best of your ability and were honest with me throughout."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"You handled my case sensitively and with compassion and understanding and never made me feel judged."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Very good service. Very knowledgeable and information was given in a way that I understand."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Very professional, informative and realistic. My solicitor always chased up delays and kept me informed."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Howard & Byrne provide a professional service, keep clients informed and provide excellent customer service."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"You were fantastic in all you did for me, I would recommend you to everyone."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I've had many representation in the past, but this had been by far the best."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I rate your service as first class and wouldn't hesitate to recommend to a friend."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"You take time to talk things through which is invaluable. I have already recommended you."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Very happy with the progress made by solicitors compared to any others I have had."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I am overwhelmed with the service that was provided and will certainly spread the word."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I feel you represented me very well, and did the best you could for me."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"The positive result speaks for itself and I am most grateful for your help."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I have used you for years as you are very good at what you do."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"I was always told the truth and you made sure that I understood everything."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Having experienced other law firms, Howard & Byrne have given me the best service."

CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Understanding, sympathetic, whilst being professional and giving me details of what was likely to happen."

CLIENT FEEDBACK

What People Say About Us

We are delighted to have won the prestigious Yorkshire Legal Awards Criminal Law Award multiple times, as well as Small Firm of the Year. So far in 2023, we have been nominated for awards the categories Criminal Law, Law Firm of the Year: Small, as well as Colin Byrne being nominated for Yorkshire Lawyer of the Year. This is a tribute to all our team, their hard work, dedication, and commitment to justice.

Paul Singh, President of the Sheffield & District Law Society paid tribute to the "dedication to the defence of people's liberties" of all the nominees, and singled out Howard & Byrne for "how hard they had worked for all their clients." We are very proud of what our team have achieved. Here is what the York Press has to say about us.

Howard & Byrne has been providing an unparalleled level of service to individuals and companies, since 1999.

The Firm

At all times we remain committed to finding solutions and achieving results.

"Excellent service provided. I was kept up to date at all times and provided support and reassurance throughout the process. I would recommend Howard & Byrne without reservation."

"My solicitor tackled the difficult circumstances of this case with great sensitivity and has pursued every detail of the evidence with meticulous care and thoroughness."

"You are very professional, easy to talk to, always available to get hold of, friendly, warm and understanding. I felt very well looked after, you had my best interests at heart."

"When my solicitor saw me, I was extremely anxious but he helped me by having a calming attitude. I would recommend him to anyone. He didn’t just say what I wanted to hear."

"We were very impressed by the handling of the case. Our solicitor was business-like, knowledgeable, calls a spade a spade in true Yorkshire fashion and was compassionate."

"I recommend your services to my friends. It's important to be recommended somebody who someone trusts, especially in a time of crisis."

"Everyone involved in my case kept me informed without leaving any information out to ensure I fully understood everything that was happening."

"I would not hesitate to recommend Howard & Byrne, as you gave me quick, honest and fair advice in a friendly but professional manner."

"Friendly and trustworthy firm of solicitors who follow your instructions very well. Always straight forward and tell straight to the point. You always know where you stand."

"I have had a positive result every time I have used these services and you're very helpful, respectful and friendly."

"Your firm treated me with respect, listened and advised me when I was fearful and unsure of what to do next."

"You have always represented me to the best of your ability. I want to thank you for your help over the years."

"I would recommend you as everything is clear, well thought of, regular contact is maintained and very professional at all times."

"I felt at east throughout, and my various options and outcome was given to me so that I felt fully prepared."

"All my needs were met and you maintained communication, keeping me up to date at every step of the way."

"Best legal representative I've have ever had, wish I'd met her sooner. No nonsense, straight talking, brutal Yorkshire honesty."

"Felt in safe hands, and this was reassuring. The balance between professionalism and friendliness was comforting."

"Reassuring, knowledgeable, spoke to me about my options clearly and was kind and understanding of my situation."

"The response was prompt and friendly, we felt there was genuine concern and everything was clearly explained."

"Everything was explained perfectly for those who are not familiar with the law. All staff were excellent."

"I will be forever grateful for all the time and effort put in to get the positive result that we got."

"The level of service I received was excellent, my solicitor was always at the end of the phone."

"Best solicitors I could wish for. So friendly every time, answer all my questions and get good results."

"The level of service and advice given at all times was over and above satisfactory. Thank you so much."

"Service was very good, didn't waste my time and got a good result from your solicitors as always."

"Everything was explained clearly and in a way I understood, having never been in this situation before."

"I felt that I was in safe hands and that I was looked after. Very reassuring."

"Always ready to help and give advice. The most helpful solicitors I have every come across."

"You fought my case to the best of your ability and were honest with me throughout."

"You handled my case sensitively and with compassion and understanding and never made me feel judged."

"Very good service. Very knowledgeable and information was given in a way that I understand."

"Very professional, informative and realistic. My solicitor always chased up delays and kept me informed."

"Howard & Byrne provide a professional service, keep clients informed and provide excellent customer service."

"You were fantastic in all you did for me, I would recommend you to everyone."

"I've had many representation in the past, but this had been by far the best."

"I rate your service as first class and wouldn't hesitate to recommend to a friend."

"You take time to talk things through which is invaluable. I have already recommended you."

"Very happy with the progress made by solicitors compared to any others I have had."

"I am overwhelmed with the service that was provided and will certainly spread the word."

"I feel you represented me very well, and did the best you could for me."

"The positive result speaks for itself and I am most grateful for your help."

"I have used you for years as you are very good at what you do."

"I was always told the truth and you made sure that I understood everything."

"Having experienced other law firms, Howard & Byrne have given me the best service."

"Understanding, sympathetic, whilst being professional and giving me details of what was likely to happen."

What People Say About Us

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