Experienced financial crime solicitors

We defend individuals and organisations facing allegations under the UK Bribery Act, including bribery of officials, facilitation payments, and corporate failure to prevent bribery. These charges can relate to conduct both in the UK and overseas. We work swiftly to protect your reputation, manage regulatory exposure, and limit potential criminal liability from the outset.

A conviction under the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) can trigger aggressive enforcement action.

• Confiscation Orders require you to repay the value of alleged criminal benefit.
• Forfeiture Orders allow seizure of assets said to be derived from criminal activity.

We negotiate realistic settlements and fight to preserve what matters; your home, your business, your future.

If you’ve been accused of creating or using false documentation, trademarks, pharmaceuticals or currency, including fake IDs, passports, medical records or commercial goods, we have the experience to manage your case with the utmost care.

Whether the allegation concerns intent to defraud, or involvement in a wider operation, we build a defence based on a precise analysis of digital and forensic evidence.

When trust is breached in a financial setting, especially within business, charity, or professional relationships, embezzlement allegations follow. We approach these matters with the appropriate discretion pertaining to your unique case, defending both private individuals and company directors facing internal or criminal investigations.

Fraud investigations are often lengthy and complex. Our role is to clarify your legal position early and prevent escalation where possible whilst preparing a sturdy defence strategy based on expert financial analysis and legal insight.

We defend across the full spectrum of fraud related allegations, including:

• Bank Fraud
• Corporate Fraud
• Cheque Fraud
• Credit Card Fraud
• Electronic and Online Fraud
• Insider Dealing
• Identity Theft
• Medical and Healthcare Fraud

Money laundering charges can arise from standalone allegations or as part of a broader criminal investigation. We act for individuals, professionals and third parties accused of disguising criminal proceeds, specialising in complex cases with high value assets. We work with forensic accountants and financial analysts to scrutinise transactions and dismantle weak prosecution claims.

Tax evasion is a serious allegation. It occurs when individuals or businesses are not paying enough tax, or are claiming tax repayments dishonestly. The intent is to deceive the tax authorities and/or enrich the perpetrator. These charges can likewise be brought against individuals who fail to prevent tax evasion in a company setting. 

Harewood Law guides clients accused of tax evasion through investigations by HMRC, the CPS or SFO, ensuring their interests are protected at every stage.

We represent clients charged with theft in high-value or challenging contexts, often within professional, fiduciary, or corporate relationships. We focus on intent, credibility, and the context surrounding the allegation, challenging assumptions and ensuring the prosecution’s case is fully tested.