TBI Scanlans are proud to offer expert legal services across Sunderland, based out of John Street in the heart of the city. With decades of experience across the North East, we now bring our legal expertise to clients in Wearside. Our Sunderland team specialises in criminal defence, while also offering expert services in conveyancing and probate. If you're facing legal challenges or need trusted legal advice, we are here to support you.
Specialist Legal Expertise: With a strong focus on criminal defence, our Sunderland solicitors are experienced in representing clients in high-stakes legal matters. We also provide expert services in conveyancing and probate.
Personal Legal Support: Every case is different. That’s why we offer clear, tailored advice designed around your individual needs and circumstances.
Local Knowledge You Can Trust: Our deep understanding of Sunderland’s legal environment—including Sunderland Magistrates’ Court, local police stations, and the wider Wearside area—means we provide legal advice grounded in real local insight.
Central and Accessible Location: Our Sunderland office is located at 23 John Street, right in the city centre. We're close to key transport links, just a short walk from Sunderland Magistrates’ Court, and within easy reach by metro, bus or car.
Whether you live or work in Sunderland, Washington, Seaham or Houghton-le-Spring, our team is here to help you—no matter what your legal situation.
Tilly Bailey & Irvine
Scanlan House
21 John Street
Sunderland
SR1 1JG
Our Sunderland office is home to one of the North East’s most experienced criminal defence teams. Whether you’ve been arrested, charged, or invited for a voluntary police interview, our solicitors will provide robust legal support from the outset.
We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you need urgent advice or representation, call our emergency line on 07850 233 832.
We defend clients in Sunderland Magistrates’ Court, Newcastle Crown Court, and police stations across Wearside and Tyne and Wear. We handle a wide range of criminal matters, including:
Our team has extensive experience defending clients accused of possession, supply, or production of controlled substances. We handle both Class A and Class B drug offences, including county lines investigations, and provide legal support during police interviews and court proceedings.
We offer expert representation for charges including assault, GBH, ABH, and domestic violence. We understand the serious nature of these allegations and work to build a strong defence based on the facts and your rights.
If you are facing charges of sexual assault, rape, historic sexual offences, or possession of indecent images, our team provides sensitive, confidential legal advice. We understand the reputational and emotional impact and will fight to ensure your voice is heard.
We advise on complex fraud investigations, including benefit fraud, money laundering, and business fraud cases. Our solicitors offer clear guidance on regulatory investigations and compliance issues.
Whether you’re facing a charge of drink driving, speeding, driving without insurance, or dangerous driving, we can help. We also provide support with licence disqualifications, totting-up bans, and special reasons arguments.
Early legal advice is critical. If you're attending the police station—voluntarily or under arrest—we can represent you during questioning, ensuring your rights are fully protected.
Browse our full range of Criminal Defence Services in Sunderland, or speak to a member of our legal team today.
Our conveyancing solicitors in Sunderland offer expert legal advice for both buyers and sellers. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or selling your family home, we provide a smooth and stress-free service from start to finish.
Our services include:
Reviewing and drafting contracts
Liaising with estate agents and mortgage lenders
Handling searches, surveys, and enquiries
Exchange of contracts and completion
Leasehold and freehold transactions
Buy-to-let property purchases
Transfer of equity and re-mortgaging
We understand the local property market and work efficiently to keep your move on track. Discover more about our conveyancing solicitors offering here.
Our Sunderland solicitors offer expert support with probate, estate administration, and will drafting. We provide sensitive, straightforward guidance during what can be a very difficult time.
Our services include:
Administering estates with or without a will
Applying for Grants of Probate or Letters of Administration
Inheritance Tax planning and reporting to HMRC
Distributing estate assets to beneficiaries
Drafting new wills and updating existing ones
Creating lasting powers of attorney (LPAs)
Advising on trusts and estate planning strategies
We aim to make the legal process as simple and stress-free as possible, ensuring your wishes—or those of a loved one—are respected. Contact our specialist wills & probate solicitors today.
Tilly Bailey & Irvine have proudly expanded into Sunderland, acquiring and merging with Scanlans solicitors, to form TBI Scanlans. Our Sunderland office is led by a highly skilled team with particular focus on criminal defence, while also offering trusted advice in conveyancing and probate matters.
Whether you need urgent legal representation or general legal advice, we’re here to help individuals and families across Wearside, including Seaham, Washington, and Houghton-le-Spring.
Our Sunderland office is conveniently located at 23 John Street, in the city centre and within walking distance of Sunderland Magistrates’ Court. The office is easily accessible by car, Metro, or local bus services, with several public car parks nearby.
If you need urgent help outside office hours, you can reach us on our 24-hour emergency line or leave a message and we will respond as soon as possible.
TBI Scanlans Sunderland
23 John Street, Sunderland, SR1 1JQ
Tel: 0191 565 2565
24hr Emergency Line: 07850 233 832
