Who We Are

Our Team

Our experienced and specialist team will work to get you the best possible outcome.

Ian and Bal have worked tirelessly together delivering justice to the community for over 10 years.


Ian Anderson LLB (Hons) - Managing Director

As well as being the Managing Director, Ian is a qualified Solicitor on the Duty Solicitor Rota for Preston, Chorley, Ormskirk, South Ribble and Leyland giving him a wealth of local knowledge and experience, however Ian regularly travels to Police Stations and Courts up and down the Country for serious or complex matters in respect of which Ian's passion for justice and attention to detail makes him a popular choice. Ian is also a Higher Court Advocate in Criminal Proceedings able to represent before the Crown Court. Ian also has a broad range of experience in dealing with Immigration applications and appeals.

Bal Minhas LLB (Hons) - Director

Bal is a Director of our company as well as a qualified Solicitor on the Duty Solicitor Rota for Preston, Chorley, Ormskirk, South Ribble and Leyland.  He is one of the most sought after practitioners in his field and he is regularly involved in cases of the utmost severity and complexity. Bal specialises in defending those charged with serious criminal offences throughout the country. He has considerable experience in defending allegations of MTIC fraud, murder, human trafficking, serious sexual offences, conspiracy allegations, supply and importation of drugs, firearm offences and money laundering.  

John Didsbury LLB (Hons) - Consultant Solicitor

John is a qualified Criminal Solicitor on the Duty Solicitor Rota for Preston, Chorley, Ormskirk, South Ribble and Leyland. John qualified as a Solicitor in 1984 and has worked exclusively in the field of criminal litigation building a wealth of experience in dealing with all aspects of crime. John specialises in complex case work involving multi-handed white collar fraud, drugs conspiracies and money laundering. 

Shaun Finnigan LLB (Hons) - Consultant Solicitor

Shaun is a qualified Criminal Solicitor on the Duty Solicitor Rota for Preston, Chorley, Ormskirk, South Ribble and Leyland. Shaun defends in all types of criminal cases and has gained a reputation amongst clients for providing a high level of commitment to securing the best possible outcome to their case. Shaun also specialises in motoring offences and has a thorough understanding of technical defences involved with offences such as drink driving, drug driving and failing to provide a specimen for analysis.

Philip Bradley - Accredited Police Station Representative

Philip is an Accredited Police Station Representative with over 10 years' experience in representing suspects at the police station. Philip is renowned for his attention to detail and has in depth knowledge of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act. He ensures that all clients are treated fairly and receive the best legal advice whilst in police custody.

Salma Jaffer LLB (Hons) - Consultant Solicitor

Salma is an experienced Solicitor having qualified in 2006 and since that time she has worked extensively in the area of Immigration, Asylum and Nationality. Over the years Salma has assisted with various applications for those who wish to enter the UK, extend their leave and eventually leading them to settlement. She has the ability and drive to pursue immigration applications and appeals to a high level. Salma is renowned for her exceptional client care and is fluent in Kutchi and Urdu.

Gary Till - Office Manager

Gary is our Office Manager and has worked in an office environment for over 15 years. Gary is responsible for bookkeeping, accounts, billing and administration.