Case studies

Our client’s high value collectible trading cards had been seized on import from the US and Border Force initially declined to restore them. Wellingtons Solicitors were instructed after the National Post Seizure Unit refused restoration of our client’s goods.

The case involved a detailed review of the circumstances, the evidence available, and the applicable restoration policy. After reviewing the decision and making detailed representations, we were able to liaise with HMRC and reach a successful resolution.

Following our involvement, Border Force agreed to vary its original position and offer restoration upon payment of an agreed sum.

Our firm represented a client in a highly sensitive and complex criminal trial at Nottingham Crown Court, which drew significant media attention.

Our client faced two serious sexual offence charges involving a vulnerable person. The offences involved an abuse of trust.

A third charge was successfully withdrawn after negotiations with the prosecution.

• Sentencing guidelines: 13 years
• Final sentence: 9 years 4 months

Nearly 4 years reduction due to our meticulous preparation, strategic defence, and persuasive mitigation.

Our client had purchased a ticket applying a railcard discount but was later accused of travelling without holding a valid railcard. The Railway Company’s Fraud Unit took this seriously and issued a Notice of Intended Prosecution.

Wellingtons Solicitors immediately drafted a comprehensive letter of mitigation addressed to the Fraud Unit. This letter carefully outlined the circumstances, referenced the Railway Company’s own enforcement policies, and argued why prosecution was not appropriate in this case.

Within just 72 hours, the Fraud Unit responded positively, confirming they would not proceed with prosecution and officially closed the case.