About Jessica Davis
Jessica joined the firm in December 2010 as a qualified solicitor and was promoted to Senior Associate in May 2016 and Partner in May 2020.
Jessica offers clients a complete service from arrest to trial. Jessica regularly represents clients at the police station and prepares representations to the Prosecution that a client should not be charged at all.
A large part of Jessica’s work is in the Business Crime & Regulatory team, representing individuals and companies subject to regulatory proceedings, criminal investigation and prosecution.
Jessica advises professionals in all fields with particular interest in proceedings brought by the General Medical Council and Teaching Regulation Agency. Jessica has defended cases taken by prosecuting authorities such as the Health & Safety Executive, Serious Fraud Office, National Crime Agency, HM Revenue and Customs and the Financial Conduct Authority.
“Fast, reliable, efficient service. Jessica Davis is the best lawyer I have ever met.”
Jessica also represents clients charged with the full array of criminal matters ranging from murder and sexual offences to public disorder and motoring offences. She is a duty solicitor and accomplished court advocate.
Known for her meticulous approach and attention to detail, Jessica has the ability to get to the heart of any case and achieve remarkable results. She remains calm under pressure and displays excellent judgement to maximise the chance of a successful outcome in any matter.
Notable Cases
- TRA v MC – represented a teacher accused of unacceptable professional conduct following a disagreement with a pupil. Successfully persuaded the Teaching Regulation Agency not to take the matter further.
- R v JT – represented a client accused of a multi-million pound conspiracy to cheat the public revenue.
- R v AD – successfully secured the acquittal of one of four members of staff at Medway Secure Training accused of misconduct in a public office by assaulting inmates. The defendant was secretly filmed by the BBC Panorama programme leading to his arrest.
- R v RB – represented a client charged with multiple counts of perverting the course of justice in relation to false allegations of rape.
- R v HA and R v MM – successfully secured the acquittals of two men charged with rape.
- R v O – represented a man charged with multiple counts of benefit fraud who was made subject of the BBC documentary “Saints & Scroungers”.
- R v SB – represented a client charged with kidnap and sexual assault of a young child.
- R v DN – represented a client in a 19 handed case of conspiracy to supply class A drugs.
- R v EN – successfully secured the acquittal of a man charged with aggravated burglary and attempted murder
Client Comments
- “Top quality and very professional paralegals and solicitor. Jessica Davis and Izzy Bond-Mills are a great team. Despite my difficulties they helped me out massively.”
- “Their commitment, and continued reassurance in what was a difficult time. Jessica was very professional diligent, it was lovely to know I had nothing to worry about from their end. They did not disappoint.”
- “I had a fantastic experience with Jessica Davis. Their professionalism and effectiveness truly stood out. She handled my case with utmost care and attention to detail, providing expert guidance every step of the way. I highly recommend her services to anyone in need of legal assistance.”
- “Exceptional. From start to finish, my experience with Hodge Jones & Allen was first rate. Every call had been well prepared in advance; the legal expert was generous with their time to the point that I questioned if I was being under charged on more than one occasion and each time I was assured that this was part of the standard service; all follow ups, be they with myself or another party, were almost immediate; advice was dispensed with crystal clarity. Hodge Jones & Allen is a first rate organisation with first rate professionals. Utterly exceptional.”
- “I found the support during a stressful situation very useful and felt trusted and looked after by Hodge Jones & Allen. I would recommend them in a heartbeat to anyone in need of legal advice.”
- “Jessica was a perfect mix of professional advice, alongside emotional support and understanding during a stressful period. She responded promptly and fully to my emails.”
- “Excellent service, clear and beneficial advice and directions on instructions highly recommended.”
"HJA are an amazing firm. From the police station to sentencing they represented me very well which resulted in a successful outcome. Thank you Jessica Davis and Ben Newton for your help."
- “I am really happy with the services you have provided for me , I can say that I give a 10 star service thank you guys.”
- “Had a very stressful case, Hodge Jones & Allen were brilliant in dealing with it and getting the best possible outcome. Jessica Davis’ case preparation is second to none. Would highly recommend.”
- “I’m very happy with Jessica Davis for what she has done for me. She diligently kept me informed about what was happening and gave me great advice on what to do. Great work from Hodge Jones & Allen as a whole. Would highly recommend to anyone who is in a spot of trouble.”
- “She had a nice calming demeanour. It felt reassuring to speak with someone you felt trust in. Very professional.”
- “Jessica was a credit to your company.”
- “Fast, reliable, efficient service. Jessica Davis is the best lawyer I have ever met.”
Career & Education
Career
- Hodge Jones and Allen Solicitors, Partner – 2020
- Hodge Jones and Allen Solicitors, Senior Associate – 2016
- Hodge Jones and Allen Solicitors, Associate – 2013
- Hodge Jones and Allen Solicitors, Solicitor – 2010
- Admitted as Solicitor – 2009
- Training contract, Galbraith Branley Solicitors 2007-2010
Education
- College of Law, Chester, LPC
- University of Leeds, LLB Hons Law
- Police Station Accreditation Course
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