England - North West • Crime, fraud and licensing

Forbes Solicitors

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Forbes Solicitors ‘is a top-class outfit for crime and fraud at the top level.’ The group is jointly headed by Preston-based Daniel King, who is active in handling cases involving extradition for terrorism offences and EncroChat drugs conspiracies, and Salford-based Craig Liversidge, head of the Crown Court department. Liversidge has significant experience acting in international drugs trafficking conspiracies, complex gangland cases, human trafficking work, and cyber-crime mandates. Shane Parkin specialises in serious, grave, and complex matters. With a background in medical law, Carrie Gilgun represents medical professionals in inquiries. Also noted is ’outstanding performer’ Craig MacKenzie and senior associate Phil Blackburn, who joined from Cobleys LLP in September 2022.

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  • 'They have a significant civil commercial department whose expertise they can draw upon in commercial crime. They have offices throughout the North West and have grown by quality acquisitions of talent. It is a top-class outfit for crime and fraud at the top level.'

  • ‘The star performer is Shane Parkin. The quality of his preparation is outstanding. His calm, sensible, and intelligent approach with his clients is deeply impressive.’

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