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Derik Lamont

Senior Crown Court Litigator

Derik has been involved exclusively in Criminal Defence work since 1989

Derik successfully completed the Police Station Accreditation Scheme in 1998 shortly after its introduction and has represented clients at the police station for over 30 years.

Noted for his attention to detail and organisational approach this has seen him involved in many high profile cases attracting both local and national press interest.

He is well respected within the profession and has a close working relationship with many of the Countries leading barristers.

Derik is based at our Benfleet office

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Address

81a High Road
Benfleet
Essex
SS7 5LN

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