Timothy Steven Baker
Solicitor
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Director
SRA ID: 531446
Tim Baker has extensive experience working within criminal law, both for the defence and the prosecution. As a defence lawyer, Tim regularly represents clients who are interviewed under caution for a wide variety of offences, including serious sexual offences, fraud and homicide. Tim is an accomplished advocate, having spent many years conducting his own trials in the Magistrates Court.
Tim was also formerly employed by the Crown Prosecution Service as a Senior Crown Prosecutor in the Thames Valley Crown Court team. His responsibilities included reviewing case files, providing legal advice and analysing and preparing serious cases for trial in the Crown Court. One of Tim’s key responsibilities was to provide pre-charge advice to the police. This involved analysing whether there was sufficient evidence to charge suspects with particular offences. This makes Tim especially adept at drafting pre-charge representations on behalf of his clients.
In Tim’s last role, he held a senior position within a criminal defence firm who specialise in representing high-net worth individuals and celebrities. During his time there Tim refined his skills in drafting pre-charge representations on behalf of clients, largely for sexual offences. Tim also handled cases of serious violence, domestic abuse and serious fraud.
Tim is extremely personable and builds a strong rapport with his clients, many of whom he has kept in touch with after the conclusion of their cases.
46 Woodstock Road, OX2 6HT
Licensed for 11 years
Practice Areas
Crime/ Criminal Defence
Tim is the best legal expert for criminal defence
When I received a notice of charge for assault by beating in the context of domestic abuse case, I contacted Tim for a criminal defence. He setup an initial video call as soon as I contacted and showed me the scope of his service and a price list for the 1st and 2nd steps before I signed the contract. That was helpful for me to proactively plan for these payments. It was clear what to do for the 1st hearing in the video call. In fact, we had only essential communication until the 1st hearing, which was efficient. For the prep work for 2nd hearing, Tim set some strategy soon after 1st hearing and clarified what actions he and I were supposed to take in the next few months. Initially, I felt that I needed more guidance for these tasks but I noticed later that was on his purpose. In short, I and other supporters should not take his advice when we made our documents in order to keep accountability and credibility.
For those who have to face legal challenges, I would suggest to take a ownership for prep work and speech in court hearings and trust Tim who works hard in the background and bring the best strategy and approach. I have seen many times the strength and benefit of having his previous experience as a senior CPS prosecutor. He is going to be your powerful partner as a legal professional.
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Trust this firm
I approached Jericho Law in a time of need after being arrested by the police. Tim was amazing throughout the whole long process, being a calm voice of reason and bringing his expertise with him from the CPS.
Tim's expert knowledge and calm and professional manner were crucial in getting the right result for my case. He never promised any false outcomes and was always honest with his opinion on the case.
If you are in a tight situation, Tim and Jericho Law will support you.
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EXCELLENT
From our first meeting, with Tim, he gave us his opinion on how we could proceed, the possible outcomes and expected costs, without putting any pressure on us to instruct him.
He always responded to e-mails quickly and was very understanding, calming and patient, even when we became frustrated, or asked him the same thing several times!
He was very knowledgeable and gave us suggestions and options, which we would never have thought about.
It's very hard to pick a solicitor, but we have no regrets in choosing Jericho Law for our case, and would recommend them to anyone.
Thank you Tim and Audrey.
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Good Job
Tim recently represented me in a criminal matter where I was really appreciative of his expertise. From start to finish, Tim was professional, knowledgeable and genuinely committed to achieving the best outcome for me. Communication was clear and consistent, and his strategic approach made a difference. I highly recommend Tim to anyone in need of a strong and reliable defence solicitor.
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Kind and supportive service
Jericho helped me to avoid my case going to the court or even to the Crown Prosecution Services.
They were kind and understanding and easy to talk to, which made the process much less intimidating.
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Professional & Prodigious
When I was looking out for a law firm for a case, I was searching and searching but Jericho Law stood out a mile off compared to other firms. From the moment I enquired, I had a very quick response and from that very moment Tim was fantastic and professional. He helped me through the plea hearing, helped with preparing for the sentencing and we had a fantastic outcome due to his knowledge and experience. Tim is fantastic at what he does and I would highly recommend. Not only is he professional at great at his job, I felt so comfortable talking with him about the situation so openly. Thank you so much!!!
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Pre-Charge representation resulting in NFA
I found myself to be the subject of a horrible and spurious allegation, something I never believed could exist and only those who’ve experienced it will be able to understand the anxiety and stress this causes.
I turned to Tim Baker at Jericho Law to handle pre-charge representation and this was the best thing I could have done. Worth every penny and ten times more.
Tim immediately gathered the relevant information, made sense of the case and listened with empathy and understanding to all my concerns and questions. He identified areas of evidence we could collect and helped me understand the situation I was in, and what to expect. He was always available to answer my questions and would promptly organise meetings whenever I requested. Tim made strong and detailed representations to police and CPS, identifying multiple areas of defence and weaknesses in police evidence. After review, CPS promptly decided the case was to be NFA.
Thankyou Tim, your work is so important in upholding justice, and holding police and CPS to standard. Your work saved me in the most difficult time of my life, and I’m sure it will be the same for others in the future.
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Honest advice
Jerico Law advised me in the run up to and during a voluntary police interview their advice was clear and honest and was very valuable.
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Knowledgeable & Understanding
Tim at Jericho Law is a great solicitor that I would highly recommend to anyone seeking legal advice or aid within the many aspects that Jericho Law covers & specialises in.
He has great experience from his previous positions on both sides of the prosecution & defence of many types of cases, this could give you the vital edge you need in your case to get the result you're seeking.
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Outstanding support from Tim Baker
Tim's patience, tenacity and professionalism help get me through a very traumatic time. I was alleged to be in possession of indecent images on the back on a separate incident. After continually challenging the evidence from every angle the investigation came to an abrupt conclusion in which the alleged images where recategorized! Thanks to Tim, I have my life and my family back, my name is cleared and I can move forward with my life.
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