UK Bar All Circuits POCA Work & Asset Forfeiture

A highly praised set with experience across the full spectrum of POCA matters, which is especially noted for its expertise in money laundering investigations. Members act for defendants and prosecutors alike in cases which are often high-profile and international in nature. They also frequently represent receivers and third parties with regard to issues ranging from civil recovery and restraint proceedings to regulatory advice. Intrusting solicitors note: "The individuals here have an impressive ability to grasp cross-jurisdictional issues, however esoteric, arising within the context of confiscation cases. All are exceptionally diligent."

A distinguished set with expertise in both domestic and cross-border POCA matters, whose members represent a variety of clients including prosecuting agencies, third parties and defendants. Barristers here frequently advise on money laundering issues and are instructed in cases concerning civil recovery proceedings, restraint and confiscation. Recent cases of interest include a successful challenge to a UK restraint order in support of an investigation by the Vatican into an allegation of fraud against it totalling over USD300 million.

A set well versed in all POCA issues which garners particular praise for representing clients facing confiscation orders and AFOs. Its barristers often act in multi-jurisdictional matters, and are instructed by a broad range of enforcement receivers, defendants and prosecuting authorities. They have an additional specialism in matters with combined family/matrimonial proceedings. Interviewees report: "This is an excellent set with a proven track record of working on cases in a domestic and international environment."

Much lauded for its financial crime work, 6KBW has experience across the full spectrum of POCA work, tackling everything from restraint orders and regulatory advice to asset recovery. Its members often handle cases relating to international money laundering investigations, and are instructed by both private individuals and prosecuting agencies, among other clients. They are noted for their handling of the more complex cases in this sphere and have extensive Supreme Court experience.

Matrix Chambers receives plaudits for its strength in POCA proceedings, and houses individuals who are no strangers to the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court. Members act for prosecutors, individuals and corporations in civil recovery, confiscation and enforcement proceedings, and have great expertise in money laundering cases. The set's POCA practice is global in nature with members having handled cases not only in the UK, but also in Hong Kong, New Zealand, Guernsey, Mauritius, and the Caribbean.