Kevin was admitted as a Solicitor in 1994 and joined Holdens Solicitors in 2003. Prior to joining Kevin was a partner at a large legal practice with offices in Greater Manchester and East Lancashire.

He has practised almost exclusively in Criminal Defence work throughout his career dealing with the full range of offences including Murder, Sexual Offences, Serious Assaults, Conspiracy, Drug Offences, Fraud, Theft and Motoring Offences. Kevin is a member of the 24-hour Police Station Duty Scheme and Court Duty Scheme.

Amy is an Experienced Accredited Police Station Representative, who specialises in advising clients in Police Stations throughout the area. Amy is a valuable asset to the Criminal Department with her caring approach and infectious enthusiasm. Assisting the Crown Court Department in the preparation of cases.

Amy is an integral member of Holden’s 24/7 on call Police Station rota which ensures that clients can be assured of a Holdens representative if detained at a Police Station. Amy is keen to travel when the opportunity arises. Also a keen camper and at weekends enjoys walking especially if there is a nice country pub at the end.

David is a Director specialising in all aspects of Criminal, Road Traffic and Regulatory Law.

He  has over 25 years’ experience and is the head of our Crime Department advising and representing people at the Police Station, Magistrates and Crown Courts.

He  is a member of both the Lancaster and Kendal Duty Solicitor schemes.

In addition to providing Police Station representation, David regularly appears at Courts throughout Lancashire and Cumbria. He is a much sought after trial advocate and has defended individuals and businesses in a number of high profile cases.

David is a Road Traffic specialist. Road traffic law can be a complex area  and David is able to advise as to potential defences  in all types of cases. He regularly represents clients seeking to retain their driving licence even though they have acquired 12 points or more. He can also advise as to whether special reasons exist as to why you should not have penalty points imposed on your licence.

David has represented both individuals and organisations in a number of high profile Inquests.

He also advises and represents individuals and businesses in relation to both Food Safety and Health and Safety investigations and prosecutions.

David joined Holdens in 2000 and has been part of the senior management team since 2004.

He is a graduate of Lancaster University and was honoured to be elected President of the Students Union in 1985.

Having initially pursued a career in management he decided to study law. He enjoys the fact that he is faced with different issues each day and as a `people person` gets the opportunity to meet and to  represent the interests of a variety of different people.

When not working David enjoys gardening, travel,  watching football and spending time with his family.