Andy is an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (ACILEx). A highly regarded practitioner, Andy has been defending clients accused of criminal offences since 1999. For over a quarter of a century, Andy has represented clients for almost every criminal offence imaginable, ranging from simple driving offences to murder. Andy is respected for his tactical and logical approach to cases and instils confidence in his clients with his excellent client care and ability to identify and deal with the core issues in a straightforward manner. A good communicator, Andy can explain complex issues to his clients in uncomplicated terms. He is also very well known for his robust and highly effective representation of clients at the Police Station. Friendly and approachable, he has represented clients from every walk of life, from Surgeons to former Flying Squad Police officers to Union officials to Premiership Football Managers. Andy fights tirelessly and fearlessly for all of his clients, as he strives to obtain the best possible outcome, at the very earliest opportunity, in every case that he is instructed on. Since joining Murray Hughman, Andy has been instructed in a large number of serious and high-profile criminal matters, many of which have been reported in the national press.
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Crime/ Criminal Defence
I have found Andy Rootsey to be an excellent lawyer, he provides a first class service is, tenacious, efficient and proactive. Thomas
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I can highly recommend Andy Rootsey of Murray Hughman, his expertise, professionalism, and dedication to my case was outstanding and he fought tirelessly for the best possible outcome. I am very happy with the service provided.
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Brilliant firm. Great communication and efficiency.
Big thank you to Andy who worked tirelessly on my father's case and provided support to our family during a difficult time.
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I have used Andy and he team many times and can only praise the efforts him and grant have made over the years with expert witnesses on hand to dispute unfair evidence
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Represented my son. Andy is a totally professional, approachable and friendly guy. I would highly recommend him.
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Andy is an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (ACILEx). A highly regarded practitioner, Andy has been defending clients accused of criminal offences since 1999. For over a quarter of a century, Andy has represented clients for almost every criminal offence imaginable, ranging from simple driving offences to murder. Andy is respected for his tactical and logical approach to cases and instils confidence in his clients with his excellent client care and ability to identify and deal with the core issues in a straightforward manner. A good communicator, Andy can explain complex issues to his clients in uncomplicated terms. He is also very well known for his robust and highly effective representation of clients at the Police Station. Friendly and approachable, he has represented clients from every walk of life, from Surgeons to former Flying Squad Police officers to Union officials to Premiership Football Managers. Andy fights tirelessly and fearlessly for all of his clients, as he strives to obtain the best possible outcome, at the very earliest opportunity, in every case that he is instructed on. Since joining Murray Hughman, Andy has been instructed in a large number of serious and high-profile criminal matters, many of which have been reported in the national press.
Languages Spoken: English
ACilex Laywer
Murray Hughman
2013-present
Successful application for wasted costs order against the CPS
I recently received a substantial sum from the Prosecution, reimbursing me for the legal fees I paid to defend myself in this case. Thanks to Andy Rootsey’s efforts, my case was rightfully dropped before the Trial. Following this Andy applied to the Court for my costs to be paid by the CPS for a wasted costs order, given the unfair way in which they continued with the case against me. This was successful, with the Court granting the application. If you are seeking fairness and justice, I would highly recommend Andy and Murray Hughman solicitors.
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Hats off to Andy for excellent Crown Court result....
Andy Rootsey has worked on our family's behalf previously and we've always been really impressed by his professional but human & empathetic approach, and not least of all by his ultra-responsiveness and ability to make matters clear to the layman.
On this occasion he excelled himself with not only the above qualities but by an inspired choice of barrister (Ella Eleanor Lucas) to handle the case and an ultra-clear briefing which led to 2 out of 3 charges being dropped and sentence for the third charge (guilty plea) reduced to the very minimum possible.
Everyone was absolutely delighted and relieved by the result and the way that Andy and team handled the case. We can't thank you enough Andy.
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Not Guilty verdict in trial
After three years of absolute my nightmare was finally brought to a close today when the Jury found me Not Guilty of all the charges. Thank you Andy for fighting for me and giving me my life back
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Pre-Charge Advice and Engagement success
I faced a false allegation of r*pe and approached Andy Rootsey to represent me, having felt that my previous solicitors had advised me poorly at the Police Station. With Andy’s assistance, we were able to systematically pull together strong defence evidence that proved my innocence, and which resulted in the case being dropped and no further action being taken against me at an early stage in the investigation. Although it was a hellish experience, Andy done very well in keeping me calm, level-headed and positive during it all. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and importantly always contactable throughout the process and I would be happy to recommend Andy to anyone who should require his services. Props to him.
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Robust defence to an Environment Agency Prosecution
I am a local businessman who faced a prosecution brought by the Environment Agency. I would like to share my thanks and appreciation to Andy Rootsey for guiding me through the entire daunting process and obtaining the best possible outcome. From start to finish Andy was diligent, professional, and responsive which led to achieving the positive result hoped for. I can recommend his services with absolute confidence.
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Professional and genuine law firm
I was recommended Andy and Grant from a friend. I was charged with some serious drug offences that I wasn’t involved with and they supported me through nearly 4 trials over 2.5 years to finally get the right verdict Not Guilty. This was a long lasting and sometimes frustrating legal battle and they never gives up on me and always answered the phone and done everything to help me and the case. Even carrying out many prison visits to me in person and instructing one of the best barristers in the game Charles Langley! Thank you all so much even the office girls are great so professional and always do as they say which is more than most firms. Use these guys you will not be disappointed. Thanks again guys Ashley Baker
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Successful defence to CPS – Prosecution offer no evidence
I faced proceedings at the Crown Court. Following a detailed and comprehensive written representation from Andy Rootsey made to the CPS on my behalf, the CPS agreed to drop the case and offered no evidence against me, thereby clearing my name.
I can't thank Andy Rootsey enough! He was calm, experienced, and supported me through this period and achieved the desired outcome.
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Not guilty verdict in conspiracy trial
My case ended last week and I was very pleased with the highly professional services provided to me by Andy Rootsey. He was very responsive and supportive during the whole process and I would be happy recommend.
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Excellent professional support at a difficult time
We had an extremely troubling case with a family member at the same time as another member was very ill. We contacted Murray Hughman from a personal recommendation and they were wonderful. Calm, professional, excellent advice, swift response to e-mails. With their help we were able to achieve the best possible result from a difficult situation.
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Prosecution have dropped the case-Not Guilty Verdict
I am delighted with the service provided by Andy Rootsey. I discovered this week, after a long and drawn-out disclosure battle with the Prosecution that they are now dropping the case against me, shortly before my Trial was due to take place. The Court will now enter a Not Guilty verdict against me, clearing me of the charges. This was only made possible by the relentless and tenacious efforts made by Andy and my barrister in holding the prosecutions feet to the fire and making the applications necessary, to force them to hand over the material that assisted my case. After we succeeded in those applications the Prosecution have now finally dropped the case, despite digging their heels in and refusing to do so at every stage prior to this. This result was only made possible by Andy being resolute, dogged and determined in seeing that justice was done. Quite simply you get what you pay for, and I cannot recommend Andy Rootsey of Murray Hughman enough for clearing my name, thank you.
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