Practice Area

Criminal Law

Defence representation and advice on criminal matters before Nigerian courts.

Lins Chambers advises individuals and businesses facing criminal allegations or investigation, providing representation at the stages where legal advice matters most.

What this practice covers

  • Criminal defence representation
  • Bail applications
  • Advice during police investigation
  • White-collar and commercial criminal matters
  • Representation before magistrate and high courts

Typical matters

  • Advising a client during police questioning or investigation
  • Making or opposing a bail application
  • Preparing a defence for trial
  • Advising a business on exposure arising from a regulatory or criminal investigation

Who this service is for

Individuals under investigation, facing arrest or charged with a criminal offence, and businesses exposed to a criminal or regulatory investigation.

How Lins Chambers can assist

We advise from the earliest possible stage, including during police interviews, and represent clients through bail applications, trial and any appeal that follows.

Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

As early as possible, ideally before making any statement to investigators.

Yes, bail applications are a regular part of the criminal practice.

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