AREAS OF PRACTICE
Criminal defence
Have you been called in for questioning, has someone close to you been detained, or is a hearing coming up? A lawyer in Baku can help you prepare and talk through your defence options.
When to speak to a lawyer
You’ve been called in for questioning
A lawyer can help you find out whether you’ve been called as a witness, a suspect or in another role, and help you prepare.
You or someone close to you has been detained
Talk to a lawyer about why the person was detained and what steps may be available. If you know, say where they are, who detained them and when.
An investigation is under way
A lawyer can review the documents you have, explain where the case stands and talk through possible next steps for the defence.
You need a defence lawyer or help with an appeal
A lawyer can review the case file, help you prepare for court and assess whether you can appeal a verdict or decision.
What to ask at your consultation
“I’ve been called in for questioning. What should I find out before I go?”
Tell the lawyer who contacted you, when you need to attend and what the notice says. If you were called by phone, make a short note of what you were told.
What to prepare for your first meeting
- A short account of what happened and where the case stands.
- Any summons, recent decision or court notice you have.
- The date of questioning or the hearing. If you received a decision, note when it arrived.