Written 1st October 2025 by Olliers Solicitors
We are delighted to welcome Austin Anderson-Brettell to Olliers to support the relaunch of our specialist motoring department in response to a growing demand for expert legal advice on road traffic offences.
Motoring expert Austin Anderson-Brettell joins the firm as an associate solicitor, bringing over eight years of experience in this specialised sector. Originally from Canada, Austin completed his undergraduate degree at Laurentian University before relocating to Manchester. Austin has since undertaken and passed the Solicitors Qualifying Examination, qualifying as a solicitor in 2023.
Throughout his career, Austin has gained an impressive reputation for expertly handling the complexities of motoring offences. His ability to build a strong defence strategy tailored to each client’s unique circumstances has led to hundreds of successful outcomes for clients in both the Magistrates’ Court and the Crown Court.
The Olliers Motor Law Department represent clients on a privately paid basis in both the Magistrates’ and Crown Courts throughout England and Wales and we have substantial experience in relation to all aspects of motoring law with our specialist team dealing with motoring prosecutions, including (but not limited to):
- Drink driving
- Drunk in charge of a motor vehicle
- Drug driving
- Dangerous driving
- Death by dangerous driving
- Careless driving
- Death by careless driving
- Causing serious injury by dangerous driving
- Failing to provide a specimen
- Failing to stop
- Speeding
- No insurance
- Exceptional hardship arguments
- Special Reasons hearings
Austin commented:
“I am thrilled to join a firm with the reputation and history of Olliers. The opportunity to spearhead the relaunch of the motoring department is incredibly exciting. I look forward to contributing to the firm’s success and providing clients with the highest level of service and expertise during what can be a very stressful time.”
Business Development Director, Ruth Peters, added:
“We are delighted to welcome Austin to the team. His considerable expertise in motoring law is a significant asset to the firm. The relaunch of our motoring department underscores our commitment to responding to client needs and ensuring we provide specialist advice across all aspects of criminal defence. Austin’s appointment is a key part of that strategy.”
Contact our Specialist Motoring Solicitors
Contact our specialist motoring team by completing the form below, emailing info@olliers.com or telephoning 0161 8341515 (Manchester) or 02038836790 (London).
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