We advise on fraud prevention, identification, investigation, asset tracing and recovery, as well as on the consequences of fraud from a civil, criminal and regulatory perspective.
Our cross-practice team, comprised of Commercial Dispute Resolution, Business Crime and Regulatory, Insolvency and Reputation Management experts, have advised on some of the biggest fraud cases in recent years.
We are committed to achieving the best outcome for our clients, providing fast, straightforward and cost-effective advice that gives our clients confidence that their problem is being managed by the right team.
No matter the size or scale of the issue, we quickly deploy multi-disciplinary teams tailored to our clients' individual needs and requirements. We have a well-established international network of trusted overseas lawyers, forensic accountants and local enforcement specialists who we work seamlessly with to get the best results for our clients.
We advise on the practical steps that can be taken before proceedings, as well as pre-emptive remedies – including freezing orders, search orders, and securing evidence through third party disclosure orders – to safeguard assets and recover those that have been stolen. After proceedings, and in the event that a debtor or bad actor refuses to pay, we have a strong track record in international judgment and award enforcement.
The team regularly represents individuals and corporates under investigation by the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), National Crime Agency (NCA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), HMRC and the Police. Our cases commonly involve joint investigations with overseas authorities such as the US Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the European Commission.
We also support businesses through complex, critical internal investigations, from selecting the right team and implementing a robust communications strategy, to self-reporting and taking appropriate remedial action.
When it comes to fraud, prevention is better than cure which is why our team are experts in developing, implementing and advising on fraud prevention and compliance policies and procedures. We are often instructed by other law firms to advise on their systems and controls, demonstrating our expertise in this area, with our advice covering risk assessments, policy and procedure reviews, control remediation exercises, and staff training.
Acting for three entities within a high-profile multi-national financial services group in a c.£45m fraud claim related to the Wirecard alleged fraud.
Advising the former CEO of a well-known UK cafe chain regarding an SFO investigation into the company, which uncovered a multi-million-pound fraud.
Acting in the recovery of c.US$150m from Abraaj Holdings, which collapsed following the misappropriation of over approximately US$230m.
Acting for a defendant facing a US$1bn worldwide freezing order, based on an alleged fraud in the Indian diamond industry.
Representing the former CFO of a multinational engineering company in an SFO investigation regarding global allegations of bribery and corruption.
Acting for a major retailer in an investigation concerning allegations of fraud, false accounting, money laundering and fraudulent trading.
Representing a government in enforcing judgments of US$120m+ across the U.S., the Caribbean and Asia.
Acting for an ex-director accused of serious fraud, professional misconduct, and tortious conspiracy in relation to his directorship of an AIM listed company.
Acting for the MLRO of an African bank in an FCA criminal investigation into money laundering offences and regulatory breaches.
Representing a defendant charged by the SFO concerning alleged manipulation of the Euribor.
Our Team
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