Money Laundering

This is a fast moving, complex, rapidly expanding area of law which affects individuals, professionals and businesses alike. It can involve prosecuting authorities as varied as the Department of Work and Pensions and the Revenue.

Since the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 came into force, it has been applied by both the authorities and the Courts in a draconian manner (for example the approach taken by the Court of Appeal when considering the low threshold of proof which the authorities have to meet, in their various decisions in 2008).

Not only do we have the experience when dealing with these cases because of our long history dealing with serious organised crime and fraud, but additionally we offer a tenacious, pro-active, cutting edge approach to this area which has meant that we have been involved in the vast majority of the larger prosecutions and that we get RESULTS!

Three of our team have represented dozens and dozens of clients affected by OPERATION RIZE (the seizure of 7,000 safety deposit boxes in London by SOCA in June 2008); we have secured the prompt return of the vast majority of our clients’ property and have represented those facing criminal proceedings, civil restraint and tax investigations with success.

Even the most experienced, prudent professional or businessperson can unwittingly become a conduit for money laundering. The provisions of the 2002 Act and the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 have extended these situations, and HMRC have increasingly draconian anti-money laundering  requirements which if not met can result in penalties and prosecution. This is very important, as it can affect your liberty (if a criminal prosecution follows), your professional/business reputation and your financial situation.

Our team of experts can advise you on your existing anti-money laundering systems, can help you and your company set up systems with the latest cutting edge advice and ensure that you avoid non-compliance penalties and prosecution.

For further information please contact: enquiries or Jeffrey Lewis, Leila Abdul-Rasool, Siobhain Egan, Miles Herman, Tony Meisels, Penny Muir, Keith Wood.