If you find yourself under suspicion, our team is readily available to accompany you at any Police station within the Highlands and Islands. Whether you are voluntarily presenting yourself or have been taken there by Police officers, we understand the stress and uncertainty you may be facing.
Our presence during questioning not only offers you much-needed support but also ensures that you receive the necessary legal advice and guidance throughout the entire process. We firmly believe in fair treatment for all individuals and will tirelessly advocate for your rights to be respected.
Rest assured that your trust is of utmost importance to us, and we guarantee the highest level of confidentiality. Recognizing that legal issues can arise at any time, our dedicated team provides a 24-hour service, ensuring that you never have to face these challenging circumstances alone.
We understand that being under suspicion can be overwhelming and that the legal system can feel intimidating. Therefore, we are committed to standing by your side, offering our comprehensive knowledge and experience to navigate through this challenging period. With our team’s unwavering support, you can have confidence in securing a strong defence and attaining a just resolution.
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Our Locations
INVERNESS SHERIFF COURT
Patterson & Co Defence Lawyers represent clients at Inverness Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court which operates in the Inverness Justice Centre on Longman Road. Please contact us should you require representation at court. Please note our Inverness office is located directly opposite the court.
Contact Details
Postal address: The Inverness Justice Centre Longman Road Inverness IV1 1AH
Telephone number: 01463 230782
Fax: 01463 710602
Email:
Directions By Rail
The train station is situated on Academy Street approximately a quarter of a mile from the court and about a five minute walk. Visit ScotRail or National Rail Enquiries for train times. By taxi The main taxi rank is at Academy Street, adjacent to the train station.
By Air
Inverness Airport is 10 miles east of Inverness. Travelling east along the A96 (Inverness to Aberdeen main route) the access road to the airport is well signposted. There are regular flights to a number of Scottish airports.
On Arrival
On arrival, please report at reception on ground floor in the main building. In the event that reception is unattended, please go to to the public offices on the first floor. You may be screened by hand held scanners and baggage checks may also be made. There is disabled access and parking at the front of the building for those with mobility issues and a blue badge holder only. A lift is available for use by people with restricted mobility and there are disabled toilet facilities; If you have any specific access requirements please contact the sheriff clerk’s office. There is no general public parking. The nearest public parking is at Rose Street.
Opening Times
Opening Times Mon – Fri 09.00 – 13:00,14:00 – 16:00
Public Holidays 2022
January 3, 4
April 15, 18
May 2
June 2, 3
August 22
September 26
December 5, 26, 27
ELGIN WICK SHERIFF COURT
Patterson and Paterson Defence Lawyers regularly represent clients at Elgin Sheriff Court. Please contact us should you require representation at court.
Contact details Postal address: Sheriff Courthouse, High Street,
Elgin,
IV30 1BU
Telephone number: 01343 542505
Fax:
01343 559517
Email:
Directions
Situated in the centre of Elgin at the corner of High Street and Glover Street. Please use the journey planner for public transportation information.
By bus
The bus station is a five minute walk from the courthouse.
By rail
The nearest rail station is approximately a ten minute walk. Visit ScotRail or National Rail Enquiries for train times.
By car
There is no public car parking at the court, the nearest multi-storey car park is at the St Giles Shopping Centre, a short walk along the High Street. There is also some limited on-street car parking in the streets behind the courthouse.
By taxi
There is a taxi rank on the High Street in front of "The Muckle Cross".
On arrival
On arrival, please report to the court officer at reception or to the sheriff clerk's office on the first floor.
You will be directed from there as to where you need to go in the building.
To enter the building you may be asked to pass through airport type screening and your bags or briefcases may be searched.
If you are attending for jury duty please come to the main reception where you will be directed to the courtroom.
Wheelchair users can access the building via the back door or the main entrance. If you have any specific access requirements please contact the sheriff clerk's office.
Opening Times
Opening Times Mon - Fri 09.00 - 13:00,14:00 - 16:00
Public Holidays 2022
January 3, 4
April 15, 18
May 2
June 2, 3
August 22
September 26
December 5, 26, 27
STORNOWAY WICK SHERIFF COURT
Patterson and Paterson Defence Lawyers regularly represent clients at Stornoway Sheriff Court. Please contact us should you require representation at court.
Contact Details Postal address: Sheriff Court House, 9 Lewis Street, Stornoway,
HS1 2JF
Main telephone:
01851 702231
Fax:
01851 704296
Email:
Directions
The court is about 5-10 minutes walk from Stornoway town centre. Please use the Journey Planner for public transportation information.
By bus
The bus station is at South Beach and is a 5-10 minutes walk from the Court. Bus timetables can be found at the website.
By car
There is a public car park at the court. There are limited parking spaces which are on a first come first served basis. Other parking is available at South Beach Quay (Free Parking) and Perceval Square.
By taxi
There is a taxi rank 10 minute walk from the court.
By air
The nearest airport is Stornoway Airport (3 miles) - 01851 707400. There are daily flights to Glasgow, Inverness, Edinburgh and Aberdeen. There is no bus service to the Airport.
On Arrival
On arrival please report to the sheriff clerk's office. You will be directed from there to where you need to go in the building. If you are attending for jury duty please report to reception.
Access for wheelchair users is at the rear of the court building. If you have any specific access requirements please contact the sheriff clerk's office on 01851 702231.
Opening Times
Opening Times Mon - Fri 09.00 - 13:00,14:00 - 16:00
Public Holidays 2022
January 3, 4
April 15, 18
May 2
June 2, 3
August 22
September 26
December 5, 26, 27
TAIN WICK SHERIFF COURT
Patterson and Paterson Defence Lawyers regularly represent clients at Tain Sheriff Court. Please contact us should you require representation at court.
Contact Details Postal address: High Street, Tain,
IV19 1AB
Telephone number: 01862 892518
Email:
Directions
Tain High Street is well served by public transport. Use the journey planner for public transportation information.
By bus
Stagecoach buses from Inverness and Dornoch to Tain stop on the High Street either opposite or outside the post office in Tain.
For timetables contact Traveline0871 2002233 or seethe website.
By rail
The nearest rail station is approximately a ten minute walk. Visit ScotRail or National Rail Enquiries for train times.
By car
There is no public parking available at the court house. There are a number of free car parks off nearby streets.
By air
The nearest Airport is Inverness which is approximately 35 miles from Tain
On Arrival
When you arrive at the sheriff court please report to the sheriff clerk's office on the ground floor.
If you have any mobility issues please contact 01862 892518 prior to attending as the courtroom is on the second floor.
Opening Times
Opening Times Mon - Fri 09.00 - 13:00,14:00 - 16:00
Public Holidays 2022
January 3, 4
April 15, 18
May 2
June 2, 3
August 22
September 26
December 5, 26, 27
WICK SHERIFF COURT
Patterson and Paterson Defence Lawyers regularly represent clients at Wick Sheriff Court. Please contact us should you require representation at court.
Please note our Wick office is located in Kirk Lane, which is directly parallel to the High Street where the court is located.
Contact Details Postal address: Sheriff Court House, Bridge Street,
Wick,
Caithness,
KW1 4AJ Telephone number: 01955 602846
Fax:
01955602846
Email:
Directions
When you arrive at the Sheriff Court, please report to the Sheriff Clerks Office where you will be guided to the courtroom.
If you have any mobility issues, please contact 01955602846 prior to attending as the courtroom is on the second floor of the building.
By Taxi:
Wick Taxis
Jimmy’s Taxi 01955 602727 Johnny’s Taxi 01955605041
Miller’s Cabs 01955 606464
Thurso Taxis
Harbour Taxi’s 01847 892827 Ormlie Taxi’s 01847 893434
Meiklejohn’s 01847 892827
By Air:
The nearest Airport is Wick which is approximately a 20 min walk from the Court House or 5 minutes by car.
Airport 01955 603914 Logan Air 01955 602294
Opening Times
Opening Times Mon - Fri 09.00 - 13:00,14:00 - 16:00
Public Holidays 2022
January 3, 4
April 15, 18
May 2
June 2, 3
August 22
September 26
December 5, 26, 27
