POCA Work & Asset Forfeiture

David Perry KC is a market leader for advice on restraint and money laundering matters. His practice covers high-profile and complex proceedings before all higher courts, and he has a wealth of experience representing both prosecuting and defending parties. Perry is renowned for being instructed in cases with international elements.

Jonathan Hall KC is highly esteemed for his work in civil recovery, and an expert on freezing and disclosure orders. He also advises on domestic and international restraint and receivership in confiscation cases. Hall has recently been handling work surrounding Unexplained Wealth Orders.

Paul Jarvis defends and prosecutes in confiscation hearings and enforcement proceedings, and is experienced in handling related appeals. His practice encompasses advising individuals and corporations on the cross-border aspects of money laundering. He is regularly instructed by the CPS Proceeds of Crime Unit to prosecute appeals in the Court of Appeal against the decisions of lower courts, and also by local authorities in respect of confiscation proceedings that arise out of regulatory offending.

William Hays regularly advises companies, individuals and prosecuting authorities with regard to money laundering cases and in civil recovery and confiscation proceedings. He represents clients at all levels, including before the Supreme Court, and is highly active in international cases. Hays is a contributor to Blackstone’s Criminal Practice on the subject of POCA.