Cat MacQueen

Advocate. Background in criminal law with a keen interest in justice, evidence and procedure.

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

@RachelAmery Who took such a wonderful action shot?!

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

The best year with the most incredible support. Thank you, @wendylhay!

[Wendy Culross @wendyculross]

Devil Masters are for life… @FacultyScot @catmacqueen Did you notice we have opposite shoe/outfit combinations on?! Happy calling anniversary!

[Richard Pugh @RPughKC]

A freeze on legal aid payments after years of underfunding and when solicitors specialising in criminal work are already struggling, will push many over the edge. That will be disastrous for the justice system in the mid to long-term.

[Roddy Dunlop KC @RoddyQC]

An impressive cadre. Top three posts all held by women,for the first time ever. Also, Ms Tanner as Assistant PCC. All are QCs. All Members of Faculty. All independently minded, committed to the rule of law. This is a very +ve development, for women in the law and the law itself.

[COPFS @COPFS]

The Lord Advocate Dorothy Bain QC has ordered a review of how prosecutors deal with reports of sexual offences. She announced the review in an evidence session at the Criminal Justice Committee of the Scottish Parliament.

Read the full story here:
➡️https://t.co/9LHmJcqs6R

[Wendy Culross @wendyculross]

A wonderful evening. Raising toasts with @FacultyScot family old and new to the most wonderful of friends, Stephen O’Rourke QC. Our strength is in our love for one another. I love sharing stories, beyond bitter sweet. Hug your loved ones close. @ScottishCBA #family

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

I was delighted to share my devilling experience at this
@FacultyScot and @SEMLAlaw event, which I hope is useful to all those considering a career at the bar. The recording is now available!

[Scottish Ethnic Minorities Lawyers Association @SEMLAlaw]

The recording of @FacultyScot and SEMLA’s event on “How to become an Advocate: demystifying the process” is now available. This covers everything from exams to building a practice. Recommended viewing for those interested in a career at the Bar. https://t.co/Y4rKj7g3oo

[Faculty of Advocates @FacultyScot]

Interested in a career at the Bar? Book now for this free event from the Faculty of Advocates and SEMLA and find out more https://t.co/CDmmT3Q5rV

[Wendy Culross @wendyculross]

Scottish judges to consider rehabilitation first when sentencing young people - The Sentencing Young People guideline will be submitted to the High Court for approval this month. This is excellent progress towards getting young people out of the system. https://t.co/2lNz8smluB

[Faculty of Advocates @FacultyScot]

Justice is best served in person says Ronnie Renucci QC, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Advocates
https://t.co/WhY6cOTG9S

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

For those who may have an interest, here is a link to a webinar which I conducted in June where I discussed the use of special measures for vulnerable witnesses in court proceedings, and how best to protect the interests of parties involved.

[AM Advocates @amadvocates]

Better The Devil You Know webinars 2021 now available to view on our YouTube channel. A copy of the slides is also available on request. https://t.co/VPcLxM2Rie

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

@CullertonP @FacultyScot Thanks so much, @CullertonP! 😊

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

I am so honoured to have been admitted as a member of @FacultyScot. Such a special day, and the beginning of a great adventure.

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

@sinclairKM @FacultyScot Many thanks, @sinclairKM!

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

@DarrylLovie @wendylhay Many thanks, @DarrylLovie - I certainly have!

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

@nrm_advocate @FacultyScot @nrm_advocate I can’t thank you enough for everything that you have taught me over the duration of the devilling. Your teaching has been invaluable.

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

Absolutely delighted to be joining Arnot Manderson today!

[AM Family Law Group @AMFamilyLaw]

Arnot Manderson Advocates has welcomed Cat MacQueen (l) & Sarah Trainer (r) to the stable following their admission to the Faculty of Advocates in a socially distant calling ceremony held in Parliament House earlier today. Read more here: https://t.co/lVaQotf2Un

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

@fred_mackintosh @wendylhay @FacultyScot @ScottishCBA Thanks, @fred_mackintosh. Can’t wait to get started!

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

@ProfChalmers @wendylhay @FacultyScot @ScottishCBA Many thanks, @ProfChalmers!

[Cat MacQueen @catmacqueen]

A special thanks to @wendylhay for being such a wonderful devilmaster!

[Wendy Culross @wendyculross]

This lovely devil of mine calls to the Bar today. Many congratulations @catmacqueen I’m so very proud of you and the work you’ve put in to get here. You’ll be great! @FacultyScot @ScottishCBA