Financial Crime: Corporates

David Perry KC is a star player and a highly accomplished silk who is at the apex of the Criminal Bar. He is lauded for his efforts in high-stakes criminal matters such as those concerning overseas bribery and corruption investigations into household-name companies. He also boasts an impressive record of advising major corporates on multi-jurisdictional internal investigations.

Duncan Penny KC handles high-profile prosecutions involving overseas corruption and company law breaches, among others. His practice also includes acting for the defence in market manipulation matters and appearing in fraud private prosecutions.

Esther Schutzer-Weissman regularly acts for the prosecution, handling cases relating to allegations of investment fraud, misstatement of financial accounts and money laundering. She is deeply experienced in large Serious Fraud Office investigations and her practice has a notable international aspect.

Leila Gaafar trained and qualified as a solicitor before transitioning to the Bar, providing her with a diverse skillset beyond her years of call. As a barrister she has a varied criminal practice with particular experience defending complex fraud and bribery allegations, in addition to advising and representing corporates.

Miranda Hill KC is increasingly sought out to advise corporations implicated in financial crime, and has acted for some household names from the media, manufacturing and financial services sectors. She has acted on both the prosecution and defence sides in high-profile corporate corruption investigations. Hill has particular expertise in bribery cases.

Peter Ratliff is equally adept whether acting for the prosecution or the defence in criminal investigations by HMRC and the Serious Fraud Office and is noted for his adroit handling of cases concerning all areas of financial crime including fraud, bribery and corruption. Many of his instructions originate overseas and involve international activity.

Rebecca Chalkley KC is a respected barrister with noted ability prosecuting substantial fraud, bribery and corruption cases. She is experienced in handling private prosecutions and is recognised for her particular expertise in disclosure matters in financial crime cases.

Gareth Patterson KC is a versatile performer accustomed to acting for the Serious Fraud Office in criminal investigations and prosecutions, including fraud and corruption matters. He is also recognised for representing defendants accused of fraud and rate manipulation. Patterson is lauded for his ability to handle large financial crime cases.

Sasha Wass KC is an excellent choice of counsel for serious fraud cases. She acts for both defence and prosecution in complex proceedings against individuals and high-profile corporations.

Simon Ray KC has experience both prosecuting and defending major financial crime cases. He has won instructions from the Serious Fraud Office, as well as from corporations, officers and directors facing investigation in relation to matters including tax fraud, bribery and corruption.