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We are a national team of publicly funded, specialist criminal defence lawyers.

Our solicitors and solicitor advocates deal with all types of cases.

From minor road traffic offences to the most serious charges in the High Court, we will always fight for you.

We can represent clients in any court in the country from our eight offices across Scotland.

Let us start fighting for you.

Contact the office that is best for you.

Or call us for free on 0800 328 1222

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Latest News

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PDSO Falkirk intern highlights criminal work appealing to young solicitors

31 July 2025

James Calder has taken up the first intern post at PDSO Falkirk, following the success of a pilot internship at PDSO Dundee last year.

Vacancy: Solicitor – Dundee

23 July 2025

An excellent opportunity for someone who excels at criminal litigation to deliver impactful legal services & promote access to justice.

Vacancies

Vacancy: Solicitor – Edinburgh

22 July 2025

A great opportunity for an excellent criminal litigator to make a real difference by delivering impactful legal services & promoting access to justice.

Vacancies

Vacancy: 2x Network and Systems Coordinator

10 July 2025

We’re looking for two highly organised and proactive coordinators to lead and develop the business support function for the Public Defence Solicitors’ Offices.

Vacancies

Vacancy: Intern

11 April 2025

We are looking for an intern to join PDSO Falkirk on a fixed term, part time basis to gain invaluable insight into criminal defence casework.

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Our Falkirk team are moving to a new office

12 March 2025

From Monday 24 March 2025 the PDSO Falkirk office will be in new premises at 71 Manor Street, FK1 1NU.