Criminal lawyer specialising in defending clients accused of sex crimes

To be falsely accused of a criminal offence, much less a sexual crime, is shocking and unnerving; you may not know who to turn to and perhaps you've reached this page via an internet search or because a loved one, friend, or colleague has recommended that Jim Meyer can assist.

👉 You want to achieve the best possible result 👈

  • Avoid being charged in the first place
  • Avoid being refused bail if charged
  • Avoid conviction if charged
  • Avoid imprisonment
  • No punishment
  • Avoid publicity

Call Jim Meyer on +44 (0)20 33 221 586

Assembling the right legal team to advise and actively defend you will be one of the most important actions that you take.

Jim Meyer will do all that he can to ensure the best possible outcome.

Don't panic

Jim is a top rated criminal defence solicitor who can help; he has acted for numerous clients in a similar position to you, including but not limited to those accused of rape and historic sex abuse. He has helped some avoid a charge completely; others have been acquitted after trial. In all cases, what was required, and what Jim will do for you, is a systematic approach to analyse the evidence and investigate your case from the moment that you first instruct him.

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Jim will dismantle the prosecution case

Jim's proactive defence of you will take the prosecution case apart and examine the processes by which its evidence came into existence. This requires specific analytical and information-processing skills. It requires a detailed knowledge of how police investigations are conducted and what information and evidence should have been collected and should have been made available to you.

The end result is a clear understanding of how the evidence presented by the prosecution is invalid and / or unreliable. But this is only one key aspect of what is required. Being proactive means taking action by causing change, not only reacting to change when it happens. You cannot simply sit back and hope that the police will do their job and realise they’ve made a terrible mistake - you need to act fast and ensure that:

  • Any and all evidence is secured;
  • Alibis are identified and supporting evidence collected;
  • Potential alternative suspects are identified, when appropriate;
  • Scientific experts are consulted and retained.

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Expert witnesses in sexual assault cases – why they matter for your defence

Facing an allegation of sexual assault or rape is one of the most stressful experiences anyone can endure. These cases are often complex, and the evidence can be highly technical. That’s where expert witnesses come in. Understanding their role—and how they can help your defence—could make a critical difference to your future. What is an […] Read more

Understanding the CPS charging test in rape cases – what it means for you

If you’ve been accused of rape or sexual assault, you’re likely feeling anxious and uncertain about what happens next. One of the most important questions is: “How does the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) decide whether to charge me?” The answer lies in the Full Code Test, which applies to all criminal cases, including allegations of […] Read more

Being accused of a sexual offence in the UK: what happens next and how a defence lawyer can help

Facing an allegation of a sexual offence is distressing, serious, and potentially life‑changing. Whether you’ve been invited to a voluntary police interview or arrested, the first hours and days matter. Early, specialist legal advice protects your rights, reduces risk, and can materially influence the outcome. If you’ve been contacted by police, received a voluntary interview […] Read more

Does the gender of your defence barrister matter in a rape trial?

When facing a serious allegation such as rape, every aspect of your defence matters. One question that often arises is whether the gender of your defence barrister can influence the outcome of a rape trial. It’s a fair and important question—especially in cases involving sensitive allegations and emotionally charged evidence. Why this question matters In […] Read more

“It’s just my word against hers” – why that assumption is dangerous in rape allegation cases

One of the most common—and most dangerous—assumptions I hear from people accused of rape is this: “I’ve denied it. There are no witnesses. It’ll be my word against hers and that won’t be enough to charge me.” Clients are often shocked when I tell them, sometimes very early on, that I think they may well […] Read more

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