Biography

Alan called to the bar in 2025 as a Faculty Scholar with an extensive background in criminal litigation and public law.

Whilst a defence solicitor, he worked with a leading law firm where he specialised in white collar crime, regulatory crime and reputation management. In addition, he has considerable experience providing advice to both witnesses and core participants at public inquiries. 

Alan was appointed a Procurator Fiscal Depute in 2019 and, from his time as a prosecutor, he has substantial litigation experience. Latterly, he was selected for a role in Crown Office where he provided advice on matters of public law to COPFS and Scottish Government officials. Alan was the national prosecution policy lead for areas including terrorism, regulatory law, sports and military law.

Alan has continued to gain experience in public law, particularly with judicial reviews in relation to immigration and planning, as well as regulatory crime.