Tank Jowett Solicitors

Tank Jowett Solicitors is a niche, high‑profile criminal defence firm based in Central London, specialising in defending individuals facing criminal proceedings. Established in 2000 by Baljit Tank and Simon Jowett, later joined by Rajesh Bhamm as an equal partner, the firm is distinguished by the volume of serious criminal cases handled over 25 years, including numerous murder trials, high‑value frauds and terrorism matters. The practice prepares a sizeable number of complex murder, fraud and large‑scale prosecution cases at any given time, with a substantial proportion of new instructions—reported as at least 30 per week—arriving through personal recommendation, and daily police station representation undertaken by multiple lawyers. Cases are meticulously prepared under senior lawyer supervision with a focus on securing the strongest possible outcome, reflecting a reputation built largely on referrals and results.

The firm articulates a client‑service approach grounded in rigorous effort, strategic use of leading barristers while retaining case ownership, equal priority for cases of all sizes, and acknowledgment of the responsibility borne by defence lawyers where state resources are extensive. Emphasis is placed on challenging prosecutorial narratives in complex, multi‑defendant matters, instructing expert witnesses (including forensic accountants, psychologists, psychiatrists, medical, drugs and road traffic experts), and making proactive representations to avert charge where appropriate. A stated commitment to recruiting highly motivated, specialist staff underpins consistent delivery across high‑stakes work, with the firm highlighting a culture of perseverance beyond standard hours to achieve not guilty verdicts, reduced sentences or case discontinuance.

Languages
English; Punjabi; Urdu; Hindi; Dari; Farsi; Albanian; Ukrainian; Russian; Spanish; French; Romanian; Hungarian