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BCL Solicitors LLP

POCA Work & Asset Forfeiture

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BCL Solicitors LLP

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BCL advises clients in relation to money laundering and Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) issues, including restraint, freezing, receivership, confiscation, cash seizure, unexplained wealth and civil recovery.

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POCA Work & Asset Forfeiture - UK-wide

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
BCL Solicitors is a market-leading defence practice that handles the full spectrum of POCA and asset forfeiture matters. The firm frequently assists high-profile individuals and corporate clients with anti-money laundering compliance as well as representing them in investigations and pre- and post-conviction litigation. Its lawyers have strong expertise in regard to unexplained wealth orders and account freezing orders. The POCA practice benefits from the firm's complementary specialisms in general crime, financial crime and tax fraud.
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Strengths

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  • The firm provides 24/7 partner availability. Its team is extremely knowledgeable and hard working.

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  • They have great expertise and attention to detail. They have the necessary expertise and manpower to handle the most complex matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • John Binns
    John Binns

    John Binns

    John Binns is highly experienced in POCA work, with notable expertise in cross-border matters. He has a wide-ranging practice advising on money laundering and unexplained wealth orders.

    • John is thoughtful yet practical.

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    • John is a great lawyer. He has the trust of his long-standing clients.

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    • John is great. He knows this area of law inside out. Whenever you deal with him, he is really well prepared and the work is normally perfect with little interaction needed.

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  • Richard Sallybanks
    Richard Sallybanks

    Richard Sallybanks

    Richard Sallybanks is highlighted for the depth of his POCA experience and frequently acts on complex multi-jurisdictional matters relating to financial crime.
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  • Shaul Brazil
    Shaul Brazil

    Shaul Brazil

    Shaul Brazil represents both individuals and companies in POCA matters relating to financial crime. He undertakes a range of work but stands out for his advice on money laundering.

    • Shaul is very knowledgeable, always available and attentive to every detail of your matter.

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    • Shaul gets great results for his clients.

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    • He is intelligent and tenacious. Shaul is an excellent people person and is great with clients. He will fight their corner and works hard to explore all angles to assist. He is a good ideas man.

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