Criminal Defence Solicitors
KANGS is a criminal defence law firm known for our strategic advice and robust representation across complex criminal law matters.
Our criminal defence solicitors act for individuals, professionals, directors and businesses in a wide variety of complex legal matters. Whether you are facing an allegation of a criminal offence or an HMRC investigation, it can be overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate it alone. Our criminal law solicitors help you understand what is happening, protect your rights, and give clear, strategic guidance when it matters most.
Our services include:
- HMRC tax investigations & VAT fraud defence
- White collar & financial crime litigation
- Court representation
- Regulatory offences and investigations
- Serious criminal offences & sexual offence defence
Since 1997, KANGS Solicitors has provided partner-led criminal defence for individuals and businesses. We are consistently ranked Tier 1 by The Legal 500 and Band 1 by Chambers UK, for our specialist work.
Areas of practice
When your freedom and reputation are on the line, trust in our accomplished team of criminal defence lawyers to navigate you through the complexities of the legal system. With a steadfast commitment to securing favourable outcomes, we specialise in a wide array of criminal litigation matters.
Criminal Litigation
Our Tier 1 ranked team supports to clients dealing with a broad spectrum of criminal matters, including fraud, money laundering, theft, drug offences, murder and general criminal charges. Learn more
Financial Investigations
Our financial crime team is top ranked and offers representation and guidance to individuals facing financial investigations with precision and expertise. Learn more
HMRC & Tax
We act for taxpayers in HMRC investigations, civil tax enquiries and HMRC criminal prosecutions. We are nationally recognised for our expertise in MTIC, Tax Fraud, Kittel and VAT fraud cases. Learn more
Civil Fraud
Our specialist team of civil fraud lawyers provides support to both corporate entities and individuals. We act for both claimants and defendants in civil fraud proceedings often involving a significant international dimension. Learn more
Insolvency
Our lawyers boast extensive expertise in restructuring and both criminal and civil insolvency proceedings, including civil claims against company directors and director disqualification proceedings. Learn more
Commercial Disputes
Our skilled team adeptly handles a diverse array of commercial disputes with professionalism, employing mediation, arbitration, negotiation and commercial litigation as necessary. Learn more
Sexual Offences
As top ranked criminal defence lawyers, we provide empathetic legal representation for clients facing sexual offence allegations involving indecent images, rape or sexual assault, safeguarding their rights. Learn more
POCA & Confiscation
Top ranked nationally for ‘POCA and Asset Forfeiture work' our criminal defence lawyers adeptly guide clients through all issues including Restraint Orders, Confiscation Orders and Cash Seizures. Learn more
White Collar Crime
Our award winning criminal defence solicitors provide invaluable support throughout the criminal defence process for those facing allegations of white collar crime and financial crime. Learn more
Regulatory
We assist clients in a wide spectrum of regulatory matters, including corporate manslaughter, trading standards and environment agency investigations and health and safety offences. Learn more
Police Station Advice
Our criminal defence lawyers offer expert legal representation in police or authority interviews, helping clients navigate the process effectively while ensuring their rights are protected. Learn more
Intellectual Property
Our experienced team of Intellectual Property lawyers offer tailored legal guidance to resolve complex IP disputes and supporting IP asset commercialisation. Learn more
Testimonials
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POCA, Services
With the release of the Chambers UK Guide 2026, our ranking means KANGS has once again been recognised among the UK’s leading law firms for Proceeds of Crime (POCA) cases. This marks the twelfth consecutive year we have been ranked, demonstrating our team’s continued excellence in POCA and Asset Forfeiture. Chambers & Partners is an […]
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