Our History
Our Origins
M.A.J. Law Ltd was established with a clear vision - to provide motorists across England and Wales with affordable, specialist legal representation in an area of law that is both highly technical and often misunderstood.
Over the past decade, Conor Johnstone, the owner and director of M.A.J. Law Ltd, has played a leading role in shaping the firm’s development, culture and success. With over ten years’ experience as a solicitor specialising in criminal and motoring defence, Conor has overseen the firm’s growth from a small, family-run practice in Cheshire into one of the UK’s largest motoring defence firms, with offices across the UK.
Conor’s focus on fairness, accessibility, and results has defined M.A.J. Law’s reputation nationwide. His strategic insight and practical experience in defending motoring cases have helped thousands of clients protect their driving licences and their livelihoods. Under his leadership, the firm has become known for its results, client care and transparency. More recently, M.A.J Law was awarded the Investors In People accreditation for its commitment to staff training and personal development.
At M.A.J. Law, our mission remains the same today as it was when the firm began - to give every motorist access to expert, affordable and trustworthy legal advice, ensuring that no one faces prosecution without skilled representation.
Choosing the right solicitor
Before instructing a solicitor to represent you, consider the following;
- Check the charges. A reputable solicitor should be transparent about costs. Many offer a fixed-fee service, giving you certainty from the outset. The fee will not increase, no matter how long your case takes to resolve.
- Choose a genuine specialist. Make sure the solicitor you speak to focuses exclusively on motoring defence law. If they also handle other areas such as conveyancing, family or employment law, they are unlikely to have the specialist knowledge required for a successful defence.
- Speak directly with the solicitor. You should always have access to the solicitor handling your case. If you can’t, it’s likely your matter will be delegated to an unqualified caseworker or clerk - which can lead to frustration and poor communication.
- Avoid referral sites. Some websites that appear to be law firms are actually marketing agencies that sell your case details to solicitors for a fee. Always contact a law firm directly to ensure you’re dealing with qualified professionals.
- Look for transparency. Genuine firms will offer initial advice free of charge and explain your options before taking payment. Be cautious of anyone asking for payment immediately, especially before a proper discussion about your case.
- Don’t limit yourself locally. The law is the same throughout England and Wales. Many of the best motoring solicitors operate nationally, so there’s no need to restrict yourself to a local high-street firm if you can instruct an experienced specialist elsewhere.
Quality Service at M.A.J. Law
M.A.J. Law has represented thousands of motorists across England and Wales, helping clients avoid convictions and retain their driving licences. We are proud to be recognised as one of the country’s leading and most trusted motoring defence firms.
As a family-run practice, we understand the importance of providing personal service, clear communication and practical advice. From first contact to final outcome, every client benefits from expert legal representation, tailored guidance, and regular updates throughout the process.
Our solicitors appear daily in courts across the country, defending clients against allegations of drink driving, drug driving, failing to provide, speeding and other motoring offences.
You can follow our work and keep up to date with our cases by visiting our Twitter account, where we share insights from our specialist solicitors as they travel around the UK defending motorists.
Follow our Twitter account to keep track of our specialist solicitors as they travel around the country defending motorists.
Find out more…
Our team are keen to keep you up to date with the latest news. You can find our more using the links below;
Our Case Studies provide an insight into how we win our cases. If you find a case study similar to your case, it’s crucial that you call us immediately.
We believe that it is wrong to provide different levels of service depending on the amount that you pay. All our clients receive the highest quality legal advice and representation.
Our free booklets are extremely popular. From Sentencing Guidelines to advice at your first court hearing, you’ll find all the info you need.
Our Blog details the latest legal updates. You may find one or two pieces about our firm.
