Established in 1999 by a group of experienced local practitioners, The Solicitors Chambers was founded with the aim of delivering specialist criminal defence services to clients in the Pontefract, Castleford and Wakefield areas. Among the founding members were Christopher J Morton and Stephen Swan, both of whom continue to provide expert representation in the Magistrates’ Court and hold Higher Rights of Audience, enabling advocacy in the Crown Court and Court of Appeal.
Collectively, our team boasts over 120 years of experience in criminal law, offering clients tailored legal advice across the full spectrum of offences—from summary motoring matters to complex homicide cases—throughout the jurisdiction of England and Wales.
Karen Kemp joined the practice in 2001 and plays a key role in supporting the criminal defence team.
Kevin Walker & Erna Steele joined the practice in 2025 and bring a wealth of experience to allow us to better serve our clients.