Craig MacKenzie

Spear’s Review

Craig MacKenzie was a forensic scientist before he retrained in law, becoming a partner and solicitor advocate at Forbes in 2010. He is now head of the firm’s high-profile and private crime division.

As a solicitor advocate, MacKenzie can personally represent his clients at trial, and has done so on hundreds of occasions. His understanding of complex evidence and outstanding presentation skills have earned him a reputation as one of the leading criminal defence lawyers in the country.

MacKenzie is often consulted by the press in matters of criminal law, appearing on the BBC, and speaks at events and conferences as an expert. He is based in Preston and attends cases nationwide.