Craig MacKenzie

Solicitor - Solicitor Advocate

SRA ID: 390235

Craig is a Partner at Forbes and heads up the High Profile & Private Crime Division. He is a Solicitor Advocate who specialises in criminal defence, regulatory, and business crime. He leads a specialist team, which focuses on representing professionals, prominent individuals, and businesses subject to investigation or proceedings by various regulatory and enforcement agencies, including the Police and CPS. With a background as a Forensic Scientist, Craig brings a unique perspective to cases involving expert evidence. As a seasoned trial lawyer, Craig has personally conducted over 700 trials, and his clients benefit from this unique background and experience when he acts as a litigator, often collaborating with the best barristers in the country. His exceptional skills have led to numerous acquittals across a wide range of cases. Doctors, dentists, teachers, solicitors, senior police officers, clergy, premier league footballers, celebrities, politicians, and company directors have all benefited from his expert representation. Over the past twenty years, he has acted in some of the most serious, complex, and high-profile cases before the courts. Craig's exceptional reputation is reflected in his recognition as a 'Top Ranked' lawyer in Chambers and Partners. He regularly speaks at events, sharing his insights and knowledge on regulatory crime, health and safety, and cybercrime. Craig's expertise has made him a sought-after legal expert on radio and television, including appearances on the BBC.