Astraea Linskills Ltd

21st July 2026.
My name is Annette Boyd and I am writing to offer my highest possible recommendation for Amy Valentine solicitor at Astraea Linskills Law Firm . Amy recently represented me as my criminal defence solicitor in a highly sensitive and stressful case were someone I was seeing , whom I had known for five years and been in a relationship with , falsely accused me of harassment/stalking . Thanks to their exceptional legal expertise and tireless dedication , under section 23 Prosecution of Offences Act 1985 the CPS discontinued the charges against me .
Facing such serious allegations from someone I had a long-term history with was an incredibly daunting and emotional experience. From our very first consultation , Amy provided the strategic clarity and reassurance I desperately needed . She meticulously analysed the prosecutions claims and worked rigorously with me to compile and organise the truth of our relationship . She successfully presented vital phone call logs , text messages and what'sapp conversations to the court , using this data to expose the flaws in the accusations and build an airtight , robust defence strategy .
I also want to give a special mention to Zoe , one of the paralegal on the team , who was absolutely amazing and wonderful with me . During the deeply distressing experience of being interviewed and giving my statement , Zoe provided vital emotional and professional support . Her kindness and reassurance when I was upset made a massive difference and helped me get through one of the hardest moments of the entire process in my life .
Beyond their formidable analytical skills , all the team at Astraea Linskills Law Firm demonstrated outstanding client care and
support . They treated my case with the utmost seriousness , empathy and professionalism at all times , navigating the personal complexities of my past two relationships with great sensitivity . Communication was flawless ; they ensured I completely understood how our digital evidence would be used to prove my innocence , kept me informed of every update , and fiercely protected my reputation and rights throughout the ordeal .
The successful outcome of my case is entirely due to Amy Valentine's legal acumen and Zoe's incredible care and support . They gave me my life back , and I am profoundly grateful for their representation . I strongly recommend them without reservation to anyone facing serious criminal allegations who needs and requires an elite defence team I will never be able to Thank them all enough .
If you require any further validation of their outstanding work , please feel free to reach out to me , I would gladly share more about my flawless experience with them , and I can truly say you are definitely in safe hands .

Annette Boyd .

Excellent service from start to finish. They were professional, supportive, and efficient throughout. Highly recommended.
Thank you Ffion and Eve.

We cannot thank Amy Valentine and the team at Astraea Linskills enough for their support during a complicated neighbour dispute. Having no prior knowledge of the legal system, we were overwhelmed, but Amy took the time to explain everything in plain English and ensured we understood every step of the process.

Throughout the case, Amy was compassionate, thorough, and highly professional. She worked tirelessly on our behalf and always made us feel supported and informed. Her dedication and expertise were instrumental in achieving a positive outcome for our family.

We were also very impressed with the wider support team in particular Zoe Johnson, who was a fantastic source of support throughout. She was always helpful, responsive, and reassuring during what was a very stressful time.

Thanks to the hard work, professionalism, and commitment of Amy and the team, we achieved the result we were hoping for. We would highly recommend Astraea Linskills to anyone seeking legal representation and support.

From the very first moment I met Nicola Bailey at Linksills in Liverpool, I knew I was in exceptional hands. My case was incredibly complex, and I was going through an extremely difficult time, with my mental health at a low. Nicola didn’t just handle the legal side—she offered unwavering support, genuine care, and a deep understanding of my personal situation. She was always a step ahead, guiding me with clarity, compassion, and a dedication that was truly extraordinary. Thanks to Nicola’s incredible professionalism and human kindness, I was able to achieve an outstanding result. I cannot thank her enough, and I wholeheartedly recommend Nicola Bailey to anyone in need of outstanding legal support.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Professional Service – Highly Recommended

I cannot thank Astra Solicitors in Liverpool enough for their exceptional support and professionalism.

I was facing an HMRC overpayment issue as a landlord receiving direct payments, which was extremely stressful and could have had serious financial consequences. From the very beginning, Mr Steven Lunt handled my case with outstanding expertise, confidence, and attention to detail. His knowledge of the law and experience in dealing with HMRC matters were clearly evident throughout the entire process.

Thanks to his hard work and strategic approach, we successfully won the appeal. Without the representation and guidance from Astra Solicitors, I genuinely do not believe I would have been in a position to achieve this outcome.

I would also like to mention Elaine and Nicola on reception, who were always polite, professional, and helpful. They made communication easy and ensured everything ran smoothly.

This firm has a real wealth of knowledge and experience, and they provide a truly professional service from start to finish. I would highly recommend Astra Solicitors to anyone needing legal representation, particularly in complex HMRC matters.

An excellent firm with excellent people.m