Robert Cashman

Background and experience

Robert Cashman is a duty solicitor with substantial experience in criminal defence.

Based in Kent, he has represented clients at police stations across England and Wales, from straightforward interviews to complex serious crime matters. As a duty solicitor, Robert is part of the national duty solicitor scheme administered by the Legal Aid Agency. Police station advice is free under legal aid and isn’t means-tested.

Higher rights of audience

Robert holds higher rights of audience (criminal proceedings), qualifying him to appear as an advocate in the Crown Court. This sits alongside his police station and magistrates' court practice.

That broader court experience often helps when cases move beyond the police station — for example when advising on disclosure, bail, or how interview answers may be used later in proceedings.

Mission: PoliceStationRepUK

Robert founded PoliceStationRepUK to connect criminal defence firms with qualified, accredited police station representatives across England and Wales. Having worked alongside many representatives, he saw the need for a clear directory where firms could find reliable cover and where reps could show availability and coverage.

“Police station work is the foundation of criminal defence. A good representative can make the difference between a fair outcome and an injustice. This directory exists to help people find quality representation.”

Areas of expertise

• Police station advice and representation under PACE
• Serious crime including violence, drugs, and fraud
• Crown Court advocacy and higher court work
• Legal aid billing and compliance
• Training and mentoring new representatives

To find Robert in the public directory, see his representative profile.

Join the directory

Accredited police station representatives can register for free and connect with firms looking for cover. Free to list. Featured is optional and paid (from £4.99 a month).