Financial Crime

Gillian Jones KC is an assiduous, quick-thinking and formidable silk whose cases involve allegations of insider dealing, rate rigging and investment fraud. She is experienced in significant bribery and corruption cases, representing individuals and corporates, and is also noted for her significant expertise in private prosecutions.

Faras Baloch is well regarded for his handling of complex financial crime cases involving allegations of investment fraud, money laundering and market manipulation. He is also noted for his expertise in international corruption cases.

Jonathan Fisher KC is user-friendly, easy to work with, and a great team player. He wins plaudits for his technical knowledge and persistence when tackling high-value accounting fraud and bribery cases. Fisher appears both on the defence and prosecution sides in high-profile matters, winning instructions from corporate clients as well as prosecutors in multiple jurisdictions. He is also valued for his expertise in related POCA (Proceeds of Crime Act) matters.

Jane Bewsey KC is an experienced prosecutor valued for her ability to handle significant cases. She is well versed in money laundering cases and all manner of frauds, particularly those relating to tax. Bewsey is recognised for her calm and fair prosecution style.

Max Baines is a criminal junior with an established financial crime practice. He regularly prosecutes and defends significant fraud cases and has experience in the private prosecution space as well.

Michael Goodwin KC is a well-respected barrister with notable expertise in prosecuting and defending high-value financial crime cases. He has experience in bribery, corruption and tax fraud matters.

Tom Forster KC is a barrister who is lauded for going above and beyond the call of duty to secure great results in financial criminal cases. He acts both for the defence and prosecuting authorities, and has experience defending insider dealing cases brought by the Financial Conduct Authority and tax fraud matters brought by HMRC. Forster is also adept at related confiscation proceedings.

Cameron Brown KC is a highly regarded financial crime barrister with experience acting for the Serious Fraud Office, the Financial Conduct Authority and the Crown Prosecution Service in complex serious fraud and corruption cases. He also lends his expertise to financial crime cases involving insolvencies and is routinely instructed by the Insolvency Service.

David Walbank KC is an experienced prosecutor and former Standing Counsel to the Revenue, who now focuses on defence work. He is highly proficient in complex tax fraud and money laundering cases.

Trevor Archer is a well-regarded financial crime barrister who is noted for his expert handling of complex cases involving allegations of bribery, fraud and corruption. He has experience of acting for the Serious Fraud Office and fields considerable expertise in cases involving an international element. He is also called upon to advise private organisations facing investigations from the prosecuting authorities.

Anita Clifford is a well-respected junior who is noted for her expertise in financial crime. She both prosecutes and defends in a variety of cases, including those relating to serious frauds and money laundering offences, amongst others.

David Claxton has a broad and diverse regulatory and criminal skill set with an active practice in financial crime. He is particularly adept at representing prosecution and defence in investigations by the Serious Fraud Office. He also has expertise on money laundering and bribery and corruption cases.

David Etherington KC is well known for his astute and effective counsel across a variety of criminal matters and regularly defends in high-value fraud cases. Interviewees praise him for his attractive advocacy style and diligent case preparation. He is valued for his experience in HMRC cases.

Hannah Willcocks KC is a level-headed and reliable barrister with proven advocacy and case management skills. She is sought out by regulatory and prosecuting authorities, including the Crown Prosecution Service, for such matters as suspected insider trading, tax fraud, money laundering and corruption cases. She has a great deal of experience conducting long-running investigations.

Jack Talbot is a leading junior with deep experience in financial crime. He has prosecuted a range of frauds, and defends at a high level too.

Tom Payne KC is a seasoned prosecution counsel who complements his serious general crime practice with a specialism in financial crime-related matters such as money laundering. He also prosecutes tax fraud and acts in a number of cases with a significant international aspect. He is experienced in cases involving the Serious Fraud Office and the Crown Prosecution Service.