Business Details
26 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Legal Representation in Plymouth
MACS Legal Services is a dedicated legal practice led by Managing Director and Solicitor Colin McEwen, who has over 24 years of experience in the legal profession. Our team combines deep expertise in criminal, family, and military law with a commitment to compassionate client care, offering tailored advice and representation. We work closely with a network of specialist barristers and legal experts to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients, prioritising transparency, plain English communication, and continuous support throughout legal proceedings. With 24/7 availability for urgent cases and a focus on both private and legally aided services, we strive to make high-quality legal representation accessible to all. 
Services
Criminal Law
Motoring Offences
Family Law
Military Law
Legal Aid
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 24 years of legal expertise in criminal, family, and military law.
- Our team provides 24/7 emergency legal advice and representation.
- We operate on transparent, fixed-fee pricing for family and motoring law cases.
- Our network of specialist barristers ensures robust representation in complex cases.
- Client care is prioritised with plain English explanations and continuous updates.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulatory Authority
Services
Criminal Law
We provide comprehensive criminal law representation for serious and minor offences, including fraud, assault, drug charges, and white-collar crime. Our solicitors work with top barristers to build robust defences, negotiate plea deals, and secure acquittals or reduced sentences. With 24/7 availability for police station interviews and court representation, we specialise in complex cases requiring expert witnesses and technical evidence analysis.
Motoring Offences
Specialist legal support for motoring offences including drink driving, speeding, totting-up disqualifications, and dangerous driving charges. We offer fixed-fee representation, mitigation strategies, and special hardship arguments to retain licences. Our services cover police station interviews, court representation, and appeals, with a focus on minimising penalties while protecting clients' livelihoods and employment.
Family Law
We handle family law matters on a fixed-fee basis, including divorce proceedings, financial settlements, child custody arrangements, and domestic violence injunctions. Our approach prioritises amicable resolutions while preparing for contested hearings when necessary. We coordinate with conveyancers and financial experts to manage property sales and asset divisions during family law proceedings.
Military Law
Tailored legal support for military personnel facing court martial proceedings, Queen's Regulations violations, and service-related criminal charges. With an ex-serviceman leading our team, we understand military culture and procedures. We defend cases involving serious offences, disciplinary actions, and discharge risks while coordinating with civilian legal experts when required.
People
Colin McEwen
Managing Director/Solicitor
Qualified solicitor with 24 years' experience, former armed forces member, and expert in criminal, family, and military law. Specialises in complex case strategy and client advocacy.
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 both private and legally aided cases.
Do you offer emergency legal services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 legal advice and representation for urgent cases including police station interviews and court appearances.
Are your legal fees fixed or hourly?
We offer fixed fees for family law and motoring offences, with hourly rates available for complex cases requiring specialist barristers.
Can you represent military personnel?
Yes, our managing director is an ex-serviceman with specialist knowledge of military law and court martial procedures.
Do you accept legal aid cases?
Yes, we handle legally aided cases for eligible clients across our core practice areas including criminal and family law.
