Grace Forbes

Criminal Defence

Grace has quickly developed a substantial criminal defence practice.

She has experience representing clients across a broad spectrum of offences. She has been an effective defence advocate in matters involving domestic violence, theft and drug-related offences. She has experience in assisting clients from their first appearance in Court through to trial.

Her recent Crown Court work includes a successful application to exclude evidence central to the prosecution’s case on behalf of a man accused of theft from an employer. This resulted in the prosecution offering no evidence.

She recently appeared for the defence in a sentencing hearing relating to a charge of possession and distribution of indecent images of children. She received praise for her calm and effective handling of a sensitive case.

She has also has experience in assisting in matters arising from criminal charges, including advice to defendants in relation to anonymity.