01202 159166
Hill Twine Solicitors & Barristers are a team of specialist Criminal Defence lawyers based in Bournemouth, Dorset. Founded in 2013, we represent clients accused of criminal offences, including motoring offences, at the police station and in the criminal courts. We provide expert representation throughout Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, and beyond. Our team has a wealth of knowledge across the broad spectrum of the Criminal Justice System and our solicitors and barristers are qualified to represent you at every stage of the proceedings, in all courts. All of our lawyers appear in court and at the police station regularly, continuously gaining experience and ensuring that their skills remain sharp. We are proud holders of a Government Criminal Legal Aid Contract and, to maintain this, we undergo rigorous independent assessments and audits to maintain standards of excellence. Within our team we have lawyers who are qualified members of the Bournemouth & Poole Police Station and Magistrates’ Court Duty Schemes. Read more...
Excellent does not necessarily mean ‘cheap’. It means that clients thought that the level of service received was Excellent for what they paid.
This score has been calculated using up to the last 300 reviews left by clients of Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd on ReviewSolicitors.
As part of our review questionnaire we ask reviewer questions about the value for money they felt they received by using Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd. These questions include:
We use data science to amalgamate the answers to these questions and create a ‘ReviewSolicitors score’ out of 100. The above chart representation score is a simple percentage representation of the averaged score across those who have reviewed this law firm.
If you would like to read more about how we work with our review data please see our Transparency section.
Read moreless...
ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd and have had a satisfactory experience where they have indicated that they would recommend the services of the law firm to their friends and family.
You can use this data to see how Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd performs against other law firms nationally. A score close to 100% indicates that this firm is highly valued by their clients.
As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:
"Would you recommend this firm to somebody else?"
The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.
The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:
If you would like to read more about how we work with our review data please see our Transparency section.
Read moreless...
ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd and were satisfied with the outcome of their matter. Being satisfied with the outcome of your matter is an important consideration to have in mind.
You can use this data to see how Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd compares to the national average of clients being satisfied with the outcome of their matter after instructing a solicitor.
As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:
"Were you satisfied with the outcome of your case?"
The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.
The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:
If you would like to read more about how we work with our review data please see our Transparency section.
Read moreless...
The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally.
Locally
Nationally
Data shown above is based on the reviews and client feedback collected by ReviewSolicitors over the last 12 months.
Client Reviews
vido_la_vida
Collected on:
For the first time in my life i was assisted by a lawyer, the fortune of having met a capable and expert lawyer. He lifted me up not only with his work but also on the human side. a nice person, an excellent lawyer. i recommend him to anyone. my first and excellent experience
Was this review helpful?
Anonymous�
Collected on:
Riccardo evaluated my case when first brought to him was honest and thorough with me . Told me we will fight this to the end and based on his record of cases similar to this there's possibility to beat it .after a hefty trial wait I was finally given a no guilty verdict leaving me ecstatic n thankful for freedom. Ricardo done great was informative ,truthful and tactical n experienced in how he dealt with cps n prosecution putting in reviews and challenging evidence put forward . I can't thank Ricardo enough n thanks to him my drug case has come to an end
Was this review helpful?
Martin
Collected on:
From initial enquiry serviced by Gavin, case conference with Kevin, followed Sarah's representation in court today the whole service provided has been superb. I contacted 2 other firms leaving voicemail and followed up with emails and to date I've still not received a response. When I called Hill Twine the telephone was answered by Gavin first ring, and we were able to have a sensible conversation instilling confidence.
Was this review helpful?
Sunia
Collected on:
I've known Ricardo for years and he has always been honest, polite and very informative . On this case in particular when brought to Ricardo he reviewed my case n told me we will fight this case till the end and most likely we will get It thrown out but there is still the possibility of a conviction due to me basically caught red handed . With riccardos experties in the field of drug cases he put I'm reviews and motions into court and to the prosecution to get my case thrown out after years of stress and uncertainty. Riccardo has done great and I can't thank him enough I would recommend him to anyone I know
Was this review helpful?
Zac
Collected on:
I've had the pleasure of knowing Riccardo Pagano personally, and I can confidently say he is an outstanding criminal barrister. His legal expertise, dedication, and professionalism are unmatched.
Riccardo's approach made me feel very supported and confident throughout the process. I highly recommend him for anyone seeking a skilled and reliable criminal lawyer.
Was this review helpful?
Matter Type:
Criminal defence - All
Janet
Collected on:
Me and my son have known ricardo for years he has helped us under some serious circumstances and we have had outcomes be better than expected because of this man my son isn't the easiest and has left us literally scratching our heads in dismay but ricardo was there very reassuring any time of day which as a mum I really needed in the bad times highly recommend ricardo do and always will
A representative from Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd responded to this review on 19 March, 2025:
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
Was this review helpful?
Matter Type:
Drink driving
Anne
Collected on:
Sarah took time to understand the person being represented to help present the best possible case
Sarah Hill from Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd responded to this review on 19 March, 2025:
Thank you for providing us with your feedback. It is so important for clients to feel they are understood and we are really pleased that you are happy that Sarah took the time to do this.
Was this review helpful?
Matter Type:
Criminal defence - All
Anonymous
Collected on:
I found Gavin to be extremely helpful, understanding and person based. He was very knowledgeable, and was easy to have a have a conversation with. I felt at ease when I was speaking to him and that brought a sense of calm.
A representative from Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd responded to this review on 19 March, 2025:
Thank you very much for taking the time to send us feedback. We are delighted Gavin was able to assist you and put you at ease in difficult circumstances.
Was this review helpful?
Matter Type:
Fraud
Pamla
Collected on:
Both Kevin and other members of staff who helped me were very helpful and offered good advice.� They were also sympathetic to me regarding my problem.
A representative from Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd responded to this review on 20 February, 2025:
Thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with feedback and are pleased that we were able to assist you with your problem.
Was this review helpful?
Matter Type:
Assault
Monty
Collected on:
I can not stress how grateful I am for you, because of you I get to live my life and be able to be there for my family for that I will be forever grateful. Thank you so much
A representative from Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd responded to this review on 20 February, 2025:
Comments such as this mean a lot to us. We are pleased that matters worked out well for you and wish you all the best for the future. Thank you for taking the time to send us such lovely words.
Was this review helpful?
Andy
Collected on:
Very friendly
Was this review helpful?
Christian
Collected on:
I recently had a one-hour consultation with Hill Twine Solicitors, and while the session was extremely helpful, my experience afterward has left me in a state of confusion. The solicitor provided valuable advice, which made me feel reassured. However, after an incident occurred that should not have happened based on that guidance, I found myself needing further assistance.
Despite reaching out multiple times over the course of three months, I only received vague assurances from the secretary and assistant that my information would be passed along. Unfortunately, I never heard back from the solicitor directly. This lack of follow-up has been incredibly frustrating, especially given the nature of the situation.
While I appreciated the initial consultation, the subsequent silence has made me question whether I should seek help elsewhere. Clear communication is crucial in legal matters, and I hope Hill Twine Solicitors can improve in this area for future clients.
Was this review helpful?
Henry
Collected on:
From the Police station I had a legal advice for driving offences from Mr.Guy I was supposed to appear in front of Magistrate court.Mr.Guy who was managing my case he prepared a strong defence on my behalf making prosecution service to drop the case so amazing. Thank God in Jesus's Christ name Amen
Was this review helpful?
Matter Type:
Assault
Mohammad
Collected on:
Many thanks to Luke Naveira for represent
Me at police station today, very professional and understanding of my case very well 100%100 recommend Hill twine solicitor as your best option.
A representative from Hill Twine Solicitors Ltd responded to this review on 18 March, 2024:
Thank you very much for your review. We are delighted that you are so pleased with the service provided to you.
Was this review helpful?
Matter Type:
Drug driving
Scott
Collected on:
Excellent company, honest and great advice.
Was this review helpful?
Our team has a wealth of knowledge across the broad spectrum of the Criminal Justice System and our solicitors and barristers are qualified to represent you at every stage of the proceedings, in all courts. We hold a Government Criminal Legal Aid Contract and within our team we have lawyers who are qualified members of the Bournemouth & Poole Police Station and Magistrates’ Court Duty Schemes. All of our lawyers appear in court and at the police station regularly, continuously gaining experience and ensuring that their skills remain sharp. We are proud holders of a Government Criminal Legal Aid Contract and, to maintain this, we undergo rigorous independent assessments and audits to maintain standards of excellence. We hold the Specialist Quality Mark, awarded to firms who can demonstrate that people in need of specialist advice receive a quality service. We are regularly assessed to ensure we continue to meet the criteria for this award. We strive to give you the best representation and want to hear from our clients. If you have experienced our services, visit our Contact page to find out how you can give us feedback.
