James McKay Solicitors

James McKay Solicitors is a specialist criminal defence firm based in Elgin, Moray, serving clients throughout Scotland. The firm focuses entirely on defence work and handles cases across the Justice of the Peace Court, Sheriff Court, Sheriff and Jury Court, High Court and appeal courts.

Its criminal defence practice covers police questioning, detention, arrest, fixed penalty notices, road traffic matters and serious criminal allegations. The team includes experienced criminal defence solicitors and an in-house Solicitor Advocate, with particular experience in complex drugs cases, road traffic law, solemn proceedings, High Court trials and appeals.

James McKay Solicitors places emphasis on prompt, practical representation from the earliest stage of an investigation through to court proceedings. The firm provides 24-hour police station advice and attendance through the Scottish Legal Aid Board Police Station Duty Scheme, and works closely with experienced Counsel where specialist advocacy is required.