Financial Crime
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Provided by Farleys Solicitors LLP
Established for over 30 years, Farleys specialise in the defence of the most serious, complex and specialist business crime cases, providing advice and representation throughout a case from initial investigation to the conclusion of any proceedings or prosecution.
Farleys have very extensive experience of heavy financial crime cases, particularly very high value revenue frauds, over many years and have developed a high level of specialist knowledge. The firm has also carefully and deliberately developed an impressive network of experts including specialist fraud trial counsel and forensic accountants,
Due to the firm's excellent reputation, the vast majority of clients in this field originate from referrals from other professionals, particularly solicitors. Indeed many solicitors instruct us as clients themselves in financial crime, something which is a real area of specialism.
Chambers Review
Farleys Solicitors has a highly regarded practice in the North West with noted expertise in fraud and bribery matters. The team is sought out to advise on major financial crime involving tax, corruption and money laundering issues. It also has impressive capability in the handling of criminal trading standards matters.
Work Highlights
- Farleys Solicitors represented Carol Zhang in allegations of conspiracy to cheat the public revenue, fraudulent trading and money laundering.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Farleys is a top-class solicitors' firm that represents its clients to the very best standards."
"They are passionate in representing their clients. The firm is very committed and gets stuck in."
"Their attention to detail is absolutely flawless, and the depth of the team is great; it's a top firm to work for."
"Farleys is a top-class solicitors' firm that represents its clients to the very best standards."
"They are passionate in representing their clients. The firm is very committed and gets stuck in."
"Their attention to detail is absolutely flawless, and the depth of the team is great; it's a top firm to work for."
Notable Practitioners
Paul Schofield is head of the fraud and business crime department at Farleys. He is highly skilled at handling complex financial crime investigations by the SFO and HMRC, among others, assisting clients faced with allegations of bribery, fraud and money laundering.
"Paul Schofield is simply a class act and an absolute go-to solicitor.His preparation is simply superb, and he gives counsel all they need to high standards of representation."
"Paul is an excellent lawyer."
"Paul is fantastic at understanding his clients' needs. He's very professional, calm, knowledgeable and I would highly recommend him."
Bridgette Hibbert is adept at handling a wide range of financial crime matters, with particular expertise in fraud and confiscation proceedings.
"Bridgette Hibbert is switched on and cares about her clients."
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