Legal 500 Crime North West

“Clyde`s General Crime Team focuses on vehicle crime, which means they are highly specialized. There are few firms in the country with this level of expertise and knowledge. “Madeleine Abas has a rare combination of technical excellence and extensive PPP/PFI knowledge and experience. Madeleine has an amazing ability to make the most complex issues so simple for a non-legal person. It is the first choice when the stakes are complex and the stakes are high. Markel Law LLP provides expertise in professional discipline, white-collar criminality and regulatory law to corporations, high net worth individuals and associations in a wide range of sectors. Deborah Nicholson oversees the regulatory department and handles contentious and non-contentious regulatory and criminal work. Gareth Martin has extensive experience in handling traffic cases, serious crime and fraud, as well as regulatory investigations. Lauren Wilson, Partner, focuses on the regulation of health care and social services. Cybercrime cases are a key area of expertise for the Cartwright King team, and the firm is also adept at handling other criminal matters such as fraud, serious violence, murder, extradition, manslaughter and sexual offences. Nottingham-based Sundeep Soor, Richard Cornthwaite and Michael Herford are important names.

Brett Wilson LLP`s “strong criminal team” has recently advised cases involving sexual offences, fraud, violent crimes, historical sexual abuse and drug offences. “Outstanding lawyer” Nick Brett leads the firm; He is supported by the “tenacious and tactical” Alistair Parker. Cartwright King deals with the full spectrum of financial crimes and frequently works for directors, officers and managers of multinational corporations accused of corruption and other serious financial crimes. The firm also advises corporate clients on fraud prevention. Richard Cornthwaite leads the North West Criminal Team, which specializes in defending serious and complex fraud cases. Sarah Sherry, Senior Partner, joins the team and offers her expertise in criminal and regulatory litigation. Based in London, Laura Smith is the Acting Head of the National Business, Finance and Serious Crime Team and heads the Manchester office. Director Michael Balmer resigned in December 2021. “They are fully dedicated to providing world-class legal services.” The “excellent law firm” Birds Solicitors is “fully committed to providing first-class service to its clients”.

The team handles a wide range of serious criminal cases, including historical sexual offences, drug conspiracies, murders, traffic and traffic offences, and financial crimes, and also provides high-level legal aid work. Steven Bird, a “highly experienced” and “incredibly hardworking” practice manager, is “a cerebral lawyer with encyclopedic legal knowledge.” Associate James Peacham is “an excellent performer”; “A practical practitioner who goes the extra mile for clients.” Farleys Solicitors LLP deals with financial crime and general crime issues and is particularly known for its work in the area of high-quality tax evasion. The firm handles a number of complex criminal matters nationally. Preston-based Paul Schofield leads the team with expertise in fraud and money laundering. Jonathan Taylor oversees the Criminal Investigations Department in the Blackburn office. Bridgette Hibbert has extensive experience with proceeds of crime and high-end business standards. Tuckers Solicitors is particularly strong at representing individuals involved in serious crimes, including murder, manslaughter, fraud, bribery, bribery and sexual assault. The firm is led by Richard Egan, Jim Meyer and Sarnjit Lal. This provides an easy one-stop shop for business consultants and legal procurement services to gather information about the companies they want to hire.

“The OAH team offers a unique combination of services, choosing experts for professional legal assistance in serious health, safety or environmental situations, providing strategic leadership training to investors and board members. An excellent combination of skills and personality. “Sean Joyce is an excellent candidate for financial crime, where his expertise shines through. Stephensons Solicitors LLP is a specialist criminal law firm based in Wigan. On the general crime side, which includes three Supreme Court lawyers, the practice deals with traffic offenses, civil liberties, miscarriages of justice and SRA interventions. On the fraud side, the company handles important cases such as land banking issues, pyramid schemes, and VAT and investment fraud. Sean Joyce leads the regulatory and criminal justice team, while Correna Platt oversees the fraud practice. Mike Pemberton heads the Civil Liberties and Public Law Division, which handles public and human rights matters. Colin Rawson offers his expertise in drug offence cases, particularly those arrested related to Encro phones and County Line cases. Fraud specialist John Greenwood and Duncan Phillips are other key members of the team.

Hill Dickinson LLP`s health and safety experience includes due diligence on high-value corporate transactions as well as regulatory defense work. Philip Moy, Practice Manager, focuses on corporate crime and food safety, environmental law, and health and safety. Moy has extensive experience in criminal law and is therefore an important resource for related commercial and fraud mandates. General Counsel Stephen Barnfield is a regulatory defense specialist, while Aoife advises Ryan on food safety and hygiene investigations and prosecutions. “Olliers is undoubtedly the leading crime and fraud firm in Greater Manchester.” At ITN Solicitors, the team`s workload includes cases of terrorism, drug conspiracies, murders and international law issues. “Dedicated, courageous and highly professional” Simon Natas shares the leadership of the practice with Itpal Dhillon and Tayab Ali, who is “known for his work on terrorism cases.” Financial crime expert Nadeem Thanvi is another important name. Brabners lawyers are extremely approachable and sincerely committed to providing friendly and professional service. The firm offers excellent advice and support in several areas of law. The Simons Muirhead & Burton crime team is co-led by Anthony Burton CBE and Philip Smith. The firm is known for representing high net worth individuals and celebrities in a number of sensitive matters. The group`s recent work includes cases of sexual assault, murder, corruption, armed robbery, media-related criminal law, theft and drug-related offences. “A collegial team that works with expertise and experience to ensure the client receives comprehensive and proportionate legal advice and options.” Clyde & Co merged with Clyde & Co.

in 2022. The practice is taught in cases of manslaughter and serious homicide, environmental crime, food safety, fatal traffic, and health and safety for a range of corporate and insurance clients. Chris Morrison leads the Safety, Health and Environment Regulatory Group in the UK, splitting his time between the London and Manchester offices. Co-leaders Karen Elliott and Damian Rourke are key members of the team, with the latter advising on fraud risks and strategies in various cases. Partner Kate Hargan heads the Auto Crime Division. Mark Brookes is also mentioned. Brian Koffman & Co deals with privately funded criminal work with a focus on traffic crime. The firm is also briefed on fraud and regulatory issues. Founding partner Brian Koffman is known for his work in crime and traffic law. “Forbes offers our GDPR and DPO service. They are exceptional in their communication and appreciation of educational pressures and schedules. They clearly have in-depth knowledge in the field in question and always strive to explain clearly in simple terms to make sure we understand it in school.

Little legalese is used; On the contrary, they ensure that we are equipped with the appropriate knowledge. Peters & Peters Solicitors LLP offers “extensive experience and an innovative approach” to cases. The firm is traditionally strong in INTERPOL, mutual legal assistance and extradition cases, but it is equally strong in handling a range of criminal cases, including recent work such as murder, sexual offences, serious violence and robbery. Michael O`Kane – “a great tactician with a wonderful ability to reassure clients” – leads the practice. Nick Vamos and Neil Swift are key people. “The General Crime and Fraud Unit continues to provide an unparalleled service of first-rate experience and expertise in fraud and crime, appears in the best cases and is able to advise on all areas of expertise on very short notice.” DWF`s Anti-Fraud and Financial Crime Team is advised to act on behalf of insurers with respect to suspected fraudulent motor vehicle and personal injury claims. Lorraine Carolan leads the team nationally, while Stuart Poole oversees the Liverpool office and has experience reporting on RTA claims, accidents and exaggeration of significant losses. Jewels Chamberlain is co-head of the Liverpool office and works with insurance companies to combat false soft tissue claims and whiplash. Colin Bushell, based in Manchester, is also known for his work on insurance fraud. “Kingsley Napley has real strength and expertise at all levels of the criminal group.

The team works hard, focuses on achieving results while maintaining human contact. “Greg Stewart serves his clients with exceptional care and dedication and has an exceptional legal brain; a man you can have on your side.” .