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Beltrami & Co

Crime

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Beltrami & Co

Rankings

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Crime - Scotland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Beltrami & Co has a specialist group of criminal defence lawyers in Glasgow. The firm represents clients across the gamut of general and serious crime, including sexual, violent and drugs offences, homicide and firearms charges. It also represents clients in appeals against previous convictions.
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Strengths

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  • The firm's breadth of experience is extremely impressive.

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  • Across all criminal matters they have the capacity to deliver an outstanding service.

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  • They are the last word in criminal defence in Scotland. Their depth of knowledge and experience is unrivalled.

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  • Beltrami & Co is a long established firm and has always maintained the highest reputation for the quality of its representation as well as client care.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • J D Murray Macara KC
    J D Murray Macara KC

    J D Murray Macara KC

    Murray Macara KC is a very experienced criminal solicitor advocate who represents clients in relation to charges such as murder, assault, drugs supply and road traffic offences.

    • Murray Macara is a very experienced and highly regarded professional.

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  • J Gary McAteer
    J Gary McAteer

    J Gary McAteer

    Gary McAteer is an accomplished solicitor advocate, who represents clients in a variety of criminal matters. He possesses particular expertise in financial crimes, including fraud and money laundering.

    • Gary McAteer is a very capable solicitor advocate who understands the needs of his clients.

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    • Gary McAteer is an extremely good lawyer. He is good with the court and his clients. He is highly experienced.

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    • Gary McAteer demonstrated outstanding professional knowledge of the subject and the practicalities of the circumstances.

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  • Alan Gravelle
    Alan Gravelle

    Alan Gravelle

    Alan Gravelle is a solicitor advocate who represents clients facing a range of criminal charges, including rape, domestic violence, murder and child abuse. He has experience representing high-profile clients.

    • Alan Gravelle is outstanding in his field.

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    • Alan Gravelle has an excellent understanding of the law and superb communication skills.

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