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
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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Fantastic service from Jericho law
Thankfully I had instructed Jericho law to represent me after being arrested. Discussions with Tim Baker, whose respectful and supportive attitude led to Pre charge representation being submitted and the case closed with No Further Action. I am forever grateful to Tim for his support and help in what was a truly awful period of time.
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Outstanding service leading to a positive outcome
From the start of the case to the end, Jericho Law was outstanding in providing their services from start to finish. Through a 18 month long complex process, Tim was consistently professional, communicative and supportive in all aspects regarding my case.
This included chasing for updates and updating me as soon as possible. This proactive approach helped alter a bail condition that significantly impacted my daily life. Tim was always available during this stressful time and always responded to my queries providing clarity at every stage. Tim was able to understand my specific circumstances and was relentless in following up with the police. He is a solicitor who genuinely cares about his clients and was always there to provide me with reassurance.
Even though complications arose with the backlog of cases and delays - Tim always informed me of every step and was determined in reaching the outcome. Throughout this time, Tim always pushed for progress and in the end the case was closed with No Further Action (NFA).
I cannot recommend Jericho Law highly enough for anyone in need of reliable and top tier legal service. The firm’s dedication and expertise was pivotal to the successful outcome of my case. The firm possessed specialist knowledge in this legal area that was invaluable throughout the case.
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