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Professional Discipline

Our Professional Clients

Our experience in regulatory law enables us to provide a comprehensive service, including advice following a Notification of a Complaint, the subsequent response, and representation during formal interviews, as well as related disciplinary and/or criminal proceedings.

We will liaise with the regulatory body throughout the disciplinary process, from responding to the Regulator’s findings to preparing for any substantive disciplinary hearing (FTP). We can also advise on appeals and judicial reviews against Court and tribunal findings.

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Judicial Review

We offer the following legal services to assist our clients through various types of inquests and public inquiries:

  • Coroner’s Inquest
  • Workplace Fatalities
  • Road Traffic Accidents
  • Healthcare Inquiries
  • Police Conduct Inquiries
  • Public Health Inquiries
  • Public Inquiries

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Police Station

Anyone arrested or invited for a voluntary interview under caution is entitled to legal advice. Securing specialist legal representation at this early stage is crucial. It can have a significant impact on the outcome of a case, potentially preventing a prosecution altogether.

At Harold and McCormack Law, we offer prompt, strategic advice and robust representation to clients involved in criminal investigations across the full spectrum of offences. We are available 24/7 to attend police stations, ensuring legal protection from the outset.

Why early legal advice matters

Police interviews under caution (commonly referred to as “PACE interviews”) are a pivotal part of any criminal investigation. What is said, or not said, during these interviews can shape the direction of the case.

Our solicitors will:

  • Explain the allegations and an individual’s legal rights in plain terms
  • Liaise with investigators to obtain disclosure before interview
  • Advise whether to answer questions, submit a written statement, or provide no comment
  • Provide protection from unlawful or unfair questioning
  • Protect an individual’s rights during searches, identification procedures, or bail decisions

We are skilled in managing both voluntary interviews and interviews following arrest, including high-profile and complex investigations.

Voluntary interviews: Don’t go alone

Even if you are not under arrest, a voluntary interview under caution (sometimes called a “Caution Plus 3” interview) is still part of a criminal investigation and should be treated with the same seriousness.

You are entitled to free legal representation, and attending without a lawyer can be a serious mistake. Our early involvement can often clarify misunderstandings or help avoid unnecessary escalation.

Why choose Harold and McCormack Law

We understand that a police interview can be a daunting experience. Our lawyers are calm under pressure and highly experienced in criminal defence. We are trusted by clients to provide:

  • Immediate, confidential legal support
  • Strategic advice before, during, and after the interview
  • Ongoing representation throughout any investigation or prosecution

Reputation & Crisis Management

Protecting Reputations in a rapidly changing media landscape

In today’s digital age, where news spreads instantly and reputational damage can be long-lasting, effective legal intervention is crucial. At Harold and McCormack Law, we advise individuals and organisations who face reputational threats, whether due to media coverage, online allegations, criminal or regulatory investigations, or other forms of public scrutiny. Read more >

Get in Touch Today

Contact our expert team today to discuss your matter in confidence and how we can support you.

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What Our Clients Say

Owner - National
Logistics Company
“We had the best team at the end of the day. Ashleigh and her team all did a great job for us, and we are all so very grateful. The outcome was a testimony to that.”
Westgreen
Construction Ltd
“Ashleigh is an exemplary health and safety legal representative, and I can think of no better legal ally to proactively and reactively support you and your business – the star of her profession.”
Hayley Saunders –
Partner Shoosmiths LLP
“Not only is she a true expert in her field ... She achieves the best outcome for her clients, I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending her.”
MBC Blog
"Ashleigh Harold recognised as 'Best regulatory health and safety lawyer in the UK'"
Farmer, Environment
Agency prosecution
"Ashleigh just a short message to say thanks for the way you presented the case and in fact dealt with the whole case from start to finish. The negotiation skills needed to bring a potentially eye watering fine to £3000 is worthy of mention."
Corporate Client
"You need someone who helps translate the daunting experiences in a manor you comprehend and Ashleigh routinely does this."
Operations Director -
National Steelworks Group
“Could I personally thank you for all of your efforts on our behalf and express our appreciation of your success. There is no doubt that your perception of HSE’s approach to this investigation was accurate. The decision to hold back from the interview was clearly right and limited the opportunity of HSE to secure further evidence...”
Jenna Howard - Director of Little Learners Montessori
"Thanks to Ashleigh our complaint was upheld by Ofsted and we were reinspect a few weeks later and received 'outstanding' in all areas. Ashleigh was absolutely fantastic from start to finish in supporting and guiding us through the process. Thank you so much for all of your help in supporting us and ensuring we received the grade we deserved."
Company Director
"Ashleigh's depth of experience in health and safety law and procecedings is first class - with her case work often referred to as 'the best we have seen' by barristers and QCS alike."
Richard StockwellCompany Director
"When one is confronted with a serious health and safety event you need support, reassurance, knowledge, experience, intuition thoroughness and human understanding - Ashleigh comes with bundles of these attributes."

Frequently Asked Questions

Do not respond before taking advice. Initial responses often shape how the entire investigation unfolds. We help you understand the allegation, what the regulator is actually concerned about, and how to respond without creating unnecessary risk.
No. Many complaints are resolved without formal proceedings. Our role is to engage early, address issues proportionately and reduce the risk of escalation wherever possible.
Not always. Some investigations run alongside continued practice, while others may involve interim restrictions. We advise clearly on what to expect and work to protect your ability to practise wherever possible.
Yes. We prepare clients thoroughly and provide representation throughout interviews, meetings with regulators and any hearings that follow. Preparation is critical and we take this very seriously.

Timescales vary widely. Some matters conclude in weeks, others take many months. We manage expectations carefully and keep clients informed throughout, so there are no surprises.

Where there is overlap, we advise strategically with all potential consequences in mind. Decisions made in a disciplinary process can have wider implications and we ensure those risks are properly managed.

Your case will be handled by a senior lawyer with experience in professional discipline matters. You will have continuity throughout, so your adviser fully understands your role, your sector and the pressures you are facing.

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