The firm is experienced in the defence of the most serious criminal matters. We have two main departments:

• The serious and organised crime department
• Financial crime, confiscation and asset forfeiture

The practice was awarded membership of The Specialist Fraud Panel, which allows the firm to act on behalf of legally-aided defendants in serious and complex fraud matters. There is a limited number of firms in England and Wales with this mark of state approval, and it is testament to our experience and capacity to act in such matters.

The firm is frequently involved in high-profile criminal cases. We are trusted and relied upon by our clients, and enjoy the responsibility this brings. We understand the demands and pressures of defending serious crime, and our clients are reassured by the expert advice and protection of their rights afforded by the firm’s lawyers.

The safeguarding of client assets is a key part of the service we provide, and our reputation in the field of confiscation and asset forfeiture is second to none. We are able to offer advice and representation from the interview stage all the way through to any confiscation proceedings.

The firm utilises sophisticated information technology to process and challenge prosecution evidence in the most comprehensive and aggressive manner. We also use our technical ability to shield confidential information.

The practice is structured to offer specialist criminal defence services, including in-house representation in the higher courts. Our completely integrated service reflects the modern and progressive ethos of the practice. Our clients are never confronted with a lawyer who is not fully conversant with the facts of their case and the issues involved. Our exacting standards are maintained in all matters, whether legally-aided or private.

We pride ourselves in:

• Our strategic awareness and ability to protect your interests in the face of any prosecution, whether it was instigated by the Metropolitan Police or the Serious Fraud Office, for instance;
• Always providing the highest quality advocates to represent you in Court;
• Utilising our links with the most renowned expert witnesses in their respective fields for the benefit of our clients;
• Dealing with correspondence and enquires within 48 hours and giving you the option of using a 24 hour emergency helpline;
• Keeping you fully informed, and providing a personal, fully accountable and accessible service;
• Assisting you at each stage of your involvement with the criminal justice system;
• Explaining your legal position with clarity and sophistication.