Strategic Criminal Defence For Private Clients
Take control before you respond to the police.
One of the UK's leading strategic criminal defence lawyers for professionals, business owners and public figures facing serious criminal investigation. The most important decisions are made long before a courtroom.
What has happened?
Tell us where you are. Every situation has a clear next step; the right first move matters more than anything that follows.
Most lawyers see the case. We see the entire board.
When you are under investigation, the legal dimension is only one part of the problem. Your reputation, your business continuity, and your professional standing are all at risk simultaneously.
Craig MacKenzie provides strategic counsel that anticipates the cascading consequences of an allegation and moves decisively to protect what matters most to you.
Read our approach to defence strategy →"The most important decisions in a criminal case are often made long before anyone enters a courtroom. Early, decisive strategic intervention is the difference between a crisis managed and a reputation destroyed."Craig MacKenzie
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An investigation rarely affects just one part of your life
A criminal allegation can reach into a career, a regulator, a board, a reputation or a family at the same time. Find the guidance shaped around your position.
Discreet Private Representation
For discreet private criminal defence representation before charge, contact Craig at Forbes Solicitors.
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