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We are regularly instructed in some of the most high-profile and cutting-edge civil fraud claims to come before the High Court. We have successfully pursued and defended claims valued in the hundreds of millions of pounds and we have managed serious and complex matters, often with multiple claims being pursued across different jurisdictions.

We specialise in tracing and recovering stolen or misappropriated funds or property. Clients value our ability to identify the key issues in a case quickly and to take the necessary steps to preserve assets without delay. The majority of our cases are international and we work closely with leading practitioners in many other jurisdictions to achieve outstanding results for our clients.

Peters & Peters is also renowned for acting for clients against whom serious allegations of fraud are made, and in particular where Freezing Injunctions & Search Orders have been obtained.

We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver a hands-on, pro-active service to claimants and defendants, both here and abroad with a strong focus on crisis-management throughout. For more information see - https://www.petersandpeters.com/expertise/civil-fraud/

Chambers Review

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Fraud: Civil - UK-wide

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What the Team is Known For

Peters & Peters is a leading name in the financial crime and civil fraud arenas, where the firm is active in high-profile defence work, and particularly on multi-jurisdictional matters. The firm manages substantial civil fraud proceedings in the UK and internationally, while also helping clients to obtain and resist applications for injunctive relief to locate and freeze assets. The team advises on fraud claims arising from insolvency, investment schemes and shareholder disputes, among other areas.

Work Highlights

  • Peters & Peters acted on behalf of the Republic of Mozambique in Commercial Court proceedings arising from a hidden debts scandal.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Keith Oliver
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Keith Oliver
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Eminent Practitioners

Keith Oliver maintains his standing as a leading civil fraud expert and is also head of the international practice. He advises clients on both sides of high-value cross-border fraud disputes, as well as assisting them with obtaining and discharging freezing orders.

Keith is a force of nature. His skills are in client handling and high-level strategy and tactics. He is one of the best-known fraud litigators in London. He is very sensible and astute.

Jonathan Tickner
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Jonathan Tickner
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Band 1

Jonathan Tickner is head of fraud and commercial disputes. He has impressive expertise in handling complex fraud proceedings and associated asset recovery measures, including cases involving parties in multiple jurisdictions and cross-border enforcement.

Jonathan is a seasoned civil-fraud practitioner with a client-friendly and results-oriented approach to litigation.

Jonathan is an excellent client-handling partner. He has gravitas and experience, and is calm under pressure.

Jonathan has got a really great sense for the strong points and is effective at leveraging those. He is laser-focused on winning.

Sarah Gabriel
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Sarah Gabriel
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Sarah Gabriel is a highly regarded lawyer in the civil fraud space and has vast experience in investigations and disputes pertaining to fraudulent activity. She is also skilled at helping clients in relation to attempts to trace, freeze and recover assets across multiple jurisdictions.

Sarah is a very established heavyweight in the space.

She knows what she is doing.

Sarah is brilliant.

Jason Woodland
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Jason Woodland
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Band 3
Jason Woodland has broad experience in handling high-value disputes arising out of alleged fraudulent activity. He has notable expertise in claims related to joint ventures and corporate transactions, including multi-jurisdictional matters.

He was all over the day-to-day detail of the case and very knowledgeable about the law.

Jason is a safe pair of hands, careful and thoughtful. He's a tactician.

Jason is fantastic and hands-on.

Vladimir Meerovich
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Vladimir Meerovich
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Up and Coming

Vladimir Meerovich is recognised for his cross-border expertise, particularly his specialism in Russian law. He is experienced in financial fraud, international arbitration and multi-jurisdictional commercial litigation.

Vladimir does high-level Russian work. He is amazingly commercial.

Vlad is very good on the law and good on difficult legal points.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Fraud: Civil

Keith Oliver
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Keith Oliver
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Eminent Practitioners
Jonathan Tickner
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Jonathan Tickner
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Band 1
Sarah Gabriel
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Sarah Gabriel
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Band 2
Jason Woodland
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Jason Woodland
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Band 3
Vladimir Meerovich
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Vladimir Meerovich
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Up and Coming

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