McCormicks

General Crime

Brian is a Senior Associate Solicitor specialising in all aspects of Crime.

He appears regularly in the Magistrates' Courts and police stations across North Yorkshire and further afield, representing clients across a wide range of criminal and motoring offences.

He is a qualified police station representative and holds Duty Solicitor status.

He also has substantial experience preparing cases for the Crown Court, advising clients and instructing Counsel in a wide range of matters including serious sexual offences, including historic sex offences, violence, drugs and fraud.

Brian has successfully represented clients charged with offences such as rape, robbery, fraud and theft. His approach includes a thorough analysis of the prosecution case, a strong understanding of case law, detailed preparation, and the effective use of expert witnesses to find evidence that supports his client's defence.

Qualified as a solicitor in February 2018.

Prior to his career in law, Brian was a successful journalist and worked as a deputy editor for a number of regional newspapers.