Kate Macnab is a prominent, well respected, Senior Associate & Solicitor who has many years’ experience defending clients, having qualified in 1996 and practiced in the Oxfordshire Buckinghamshire Berkshire area throughout that time. She has assisted and represented a multitude of clients, both privately funded and legally aided. Her practice allows her to attend the police stations where she is able to reassure and protect clients during the daunting prospect of their detention, and to represent clients at the Magistrates Court and various other tribunals.
Kate is considered by her clients and professional colleagues to be one of the most effective Solicitor-Advocates in Oxfordshire; confident, well prepared and persuasive in Court. She has a gentle, calm and reassuring relationship with her clients, but this can be very different to the persistence she exhibits in Court on their behalf. She is often recommended by Magistrates and Police. She provides clear advice communicating in plain English. She adopts persistence in identifying any deficiencies in the prosecution case which can legitimately allow her to pursue a defence on behalf of her clients.
Kate undertakes a vast range of cases including domestic violence, coercive and controlling behaviour, sexual offences, road traffic and drink driving cases, allegations concerning knife crime, arson drugs and assisting with more complex matters where careful negotiation is key to a successful outcome. As a result of working for many years within the Criminal Justice system a large proportion of her work involved pre charge engagement with the Police and other Prosecuting Authorities such as Local Authorities and supporting Health Care Workers who find themselves subject to internal investigation. She has a record of successful outcomes for clients facing Fare Evasion prosecution, Taxi Licensing Work and assists those who have been Barred from specific types of work through the DBS. She also assists client applying for Records of Arrest to be deleted following acquittal or a decision to take no further action.
Kate is highly competent and able to build trust and gain the confidence of her clients, working with them to secure the best possible and successful results. She has a great deal of experience in dealing with clients who are disadvantaged perhaps because of mental health conditions, autism or ADHD building excellent relationships and exemplifying high quality client care and support.
In accordance with the Solicitors’ Regulatory Transparency Rules for motoring offences we confirm that Kate Macnab charges Level B hourly rates.
Recent and notable cases
R v MB Stalking and Harassment
Representing and assisting client following allegations of harassment and stalking linked to a difficult relationship breakdown. Attending with extremely anxious client for interview and able to introduce counter evidence leading to successful outcome and avoiding a Criminal Record.
R V MC Domestic Violence Assault
Representing client at the Magistrates court in relation to domestic violence allegation made by his ex-partner. Analysing and assessing the strength of the evidence; liaising with the prosecution to reach a satisfactory basis of plea to ensure the Defendant avoided custody.
R V DJ Assault and Coercive Controlling Behaviour
Advising at an early stage, during investigation where the client had failed to mention all relevant facts during his police interview in relation to assaults and allegations of coercive controlling behaviour. Pre-charge engagement allowed the opportunity to put forward defences not previously raised to be included when case was subsequently reviewed by the Crown Prosecution Service.
R v DJ Death by Dangerous Driving
Representing and advising client following arrest, attending for Police Interview advising client who was clearly very distressed having been involved in a catastrophic RTA involving a cyclist earlier that day. Offering support and clarify to the situation to avoid further difficulties and to protect the client until further evidence had been collated and all enquiries had been concluded.
R V LS Failing to Provide a Specimen of Breath
Appealing against conviction at the lower court relating to drink driving. Identifying and instructing suitable counsel and producing effective Expert Evidence for a successful outcome at the Crown Court where the client was acquitted.
R V F Drug Driving and Road Traffic Offences
Advising and representing client before the Magistrates court where a change of address had led to a warrant being issued for arrest. Successfully applying for the warrant to be withdrawn and subsequently representing before the court to complete the case smoothly.
R V PS Historic Sexual Offences
Assisting elderly client in relation to historic sexual abuse allegations. Representing throughout the process at the Police Station, Magistrates Court and Crown Court, taking additional care relating to the client’s welfare as he was without family of friends to support him and assisting with the practical consequences of the case.
R v KJ Removal of historic SHPO
Assisting client and representing at the Crown Court for an application to remove an old and outdated SHPO. Preparing the case effectively, liaising with the relevant Public Protection Officers allow the case to be dealt with smoothly and effectively by the Judge at the Crown Court to produce a successful outcome.
R V SP
Client had communication difficulties because of a brain injury, he was alleged to have committed a sexual assault. Police invited him to attend for a Voluntary Interview – taking great care to understand his problems by speaking to his family and carers and representing at the Police Station when the Police accepted No Further Action should be taken.
Ox CC v MH Taxi Licensing
Advising and representing client before the Council Committee. Careful and comprehensive preparation to present an argument not to revoke a Taxi Licence following a conviction at the Magistrates Court for plying for Hire. Successful outcome having persuaded that exceptional mitigation allowed them to retain his Private Hire Licence.
Ox CC V MK Environmental Protection
Prosecution by the Local authority in relation to Fly Tipping. Proceedings had been brought against the client as an individual as well as against his business. Successfully arguing that the proceedings should only relate to his business to keep the client’s good character intact.
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