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Emergency
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Expert Legal Services in Plymouth | MACS Legal Services
Established in 2017, MACS Legal Services is led by Managing Director and Solicitor Colin McEwen, who brings 24 years of legal expertise and a distinguished background as an ex-serviceman. Our firm combines deep military insight with comprehensive legal knowledge across criminal, family, and military law, supported by a network of specialist barristers. We prioritise client care, offering 24/7 legal representation in police stations and courts nationwide, alongside fixed-fee family law services.Our commitment to transparency, plain-language communication, and meticulous case preparation ensures clients receive informed, compassionate support. With accreditation from the Solicitors Regulatory Authority and experience in high-profile cases, we deliver tailored legal solutions for complex challenges.
Services
Criminal Law
Motor Offences
Family Law
Military Law
Fixed Fee Legal Services
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 legal advice and court representation for urgent cases.
- Our team includes a former Armed Forces member with military law expertise.
- We provide fixed-fee family law services with transparent pricing.
- We collaborate with top barristers for complex criminal law cases.
- Our solicitor has 24 years of experience in legal practice.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulatory Authority
Services
Criminal Law
We provide comprehensive criminal law representation, including serious fraud, corporate manslaughter, and violent offences. Our team collaborates with leading barristers to handle cases from police stations to Crown Courts. Clients benefit from strategic defence planning and negotiation of fixed fees for cost efficiency.
Motoring Offences
Specialising in drink driving, speeding, and disqualification cases, we offer fixed-fee services and legal aid assessments. Our approach focuses on mitigating penalties through expert representation, special reasons arguments, and exceptional hardship claims to protect clients' licences and livelihoods.
Family Law
We handle divorce proceedings, financial settlements, and child custody matters on a fixed-fee basis. Services include drafting legal documents, court representation, and mediation support to resolve disputes efficiently while prioritising clients' familial and financial interests.
Military Law
Led by a former serviceman, we defend military personnel in court martial cases involving Queens Regulations, violent offences, and drug charges. Our expertise ensures service members receive tailored representation aligned with military protocols and legal standards.
People
Colin McEwen
Managing Director/Solicitor
With 24 years in legal practice and a former Armed Forces member, Colin specialises in criminal, family, and military law. He leads MACS Legal Services with a focus on client-centred advocacy and collaboration with top barristers.
Questions
What areas of law does MACS Legal Services specialise in?
We specialise in criminal law, motoring offences, family law, and military law, with expertise in court representation and fixed-fee services.
Do you offer emergency legal services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 legal advice and representation for urgent cases, including police station attendances and court hearings.
Are your legal fees fixed or hourly?
Many services, including family law and motoring offences, are offered on a fixed-fee basis. Complex cases may incur hourly rates.
Can I get legal aid for my case?
Legal aid eligibility depends on financial circumstances and case complexity. We assess this during your free initial consultation.
How experienced is your team in military law?
Our managing director, Colin McEwen, is a former serviceman with extensive experience defending military personnel in court martial cases.
