Case assessment and defence strategy
Review of the available proceedings and the client's procedural position to identify relevant issues, plan the next steps and explain the decisions required as the criminal defence develops over time.
Madrid · Cases throughout Spain
Criminal defence lawyer in Madrid
Carlos Cuadrado Gómez-Serranillos provides criminal defence in Madrid and considers cases throughout Spain. Reviewing the case file establishes the allegations, the evidence available and the legal options, so that the defence strategy reflects the circumstances of the individual case.
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Practice areas
Criminal defence. Decisions that matter.
Defence preparation starts with a clear account of the allegations and the material relied upon to support them. Available court papers, the sequence of events and forthcoming procedural steps are reviewed so that clients can understand the decisions ahead and the reasons behind the proposed approach.
Where injuries, psychological reports or other technical issues are involved, particular attention is given to what the evidence actually establishes. Legal representation and an independent expert assessment are separate instructions. Their purpose, professional responsibilities and terms are defined at the outset of the engagement.
Violent offences
Defence in cases involving injuries, homicide and other violent offences, with attention to the sequence of events, witness accounts and interpretation of medical records and expert evidence available for review.
Sexual offences and gender-based violence
Legal analysis of cases requiring careful consideration of statements, communications, background information and expert assessments, with attention to the specific circumstances and respectful treatment of everyone involved in the proceedings.
Technical evidence in criminal proceedings
Assessment of the significance of expert reports for the defence and preparation of the questions that need clarification, while preserving the independence of specialists instructed to provide their own opinions.
Assistance following arrest and representation of victims
Legal assistance following arrest and preparation for the relevant procedural steps. Representation of victims as private prosecutors in Spanish criminal proceedings, with a review of the facts, supporting documents and claims that may be pursued.
Economic and property offences
Defence and advice in criminal proceedings involving property and economic activity. Relevant records, transactions and financial movements are examined to understand the allegations and prepare the appropriate legal position.
Jury trials and appeals
Preparation of the defence in Spanish jury proceedings and review of court decisions to assess possible challenges. The approach reflects the case papers, available grounds and applicable procedural deadlines.
Before we beginFrequently asked
Frequently asked
questions.
What should I bring to the first consultation?
Bring any summons or court decision received, the case papers already available and a brief account of events. Upcoming dates and details of any existing legal representation also help establish the proposed work and how an instruction might be arranged.
Does criminal defence include an expert report?
Legal representation and expert assessment serve different purposes. Where technical expertise is needed, the appropriate assessment and arrangements are considered separately. Any report, its author, agreed fees and terms should be expressly identified within a distinct instruction before work begins.
Can you consider a case outside Madrid?
Yes. The office is at Calle Ferraz 29 in Madrid, and cases throughout Spain are considered. Before accepting an instruction, the procedural stage, available documents, deadlines and any attendance requirements are reviewed to establish the practical scope of the work.
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