White Collar Crime

At KANGS, our expertise in serious financial crime cases covers every phase of the process - from the initial raid, arrest, and interview, to the often-lengthy investigation, prosecution and, trial stages.

How We Can Assist You:

• Advice and representation at dawn raids
• Representation at interviews under caution whether voluntary or under arrest
• Advice and representation in relation to a Section 2 Notice served by the SFO
• Deployment of our 24-hour Rapid Response Team
• Liaison and negotiation with the Prosecuting Authority
• Advice on Financial Restraint Orders and Cash Seizures
• Preparation of the defence case and representation in Court from the first hearing through to trial

It is important to seek legal advice at the earliest opportunity. Our white collar crime solicitors are adept at swiftly and efficiently handling all ancillary matters associated with fraud investigations. This proactive approach can significantly impact the outcome of a case.

White collar crime investigations are not carried out in isolation by prosecuting authorities; they encompass a broader legal context. This means that these investigations involve more than just criminal matters. In many cases, significant elements of civil law are at play, as parallel civil proceedings often occur concurrently with the criminal investigation.

Given this multi-faceted landscape, it is essential for the white collar crime defence team to be well resourced and capable of addressing both criminal issues and also the multitude of civil applications that may arise such as civil restraint matters (Worldwide Freezing Orders, Gagging Orders and Disclosure Orders) and civil POCA matters (Account Freezing Orders, Cash Seizure Orders and Restraint Orders).

In addition, many of our cases have significant international implications, requiring the defence team to be adept in dealing with regulators and law enforcement agencies across different jurisdictions. Our team is experienced in contesting extradition proceedings as well as skilled in interacting with agencies such as the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), navigating the complexities of cross-border legal issues.

As a specialist litigation-only law firm, we are uniquely positioned to address all issues that arise in a white collar crime investigation – whether such issues are primarily criminal, civil or extradition law.

We prioritise swift engagement with our clients to ensure that we achieve ‘early wins’, which allows them and their businesses to continue operating during the investigation. This proactive approach is especially crucial in the early days following an investigation, often initiated by a dawn raid, when various financial restraints may be imposed.

Immediate Action:

We quickly assess the situation and identify critical steps that need to be taken right away. This may involve challenging financial restraints or negotiating with investigating authorities to minimise disruption to the client's operations.

Prioritising Key Issues:

Our team focuses on the most pressing issues that arise during an investigation, ensuring that we address them effectively to protect our clients' interests.

Leveraging Experience and Resources:

With our extensive experience and resources, we are equipped to act promptly and decisively, securing our clients' position and mitigating potential risks.

A comprehensive defence strategy in white-collar crime investigations must address both the criminal and civil aspects of the case, including significant international dimensions. Our experienced team is equipped to handle this complexity, ensuring that our clients receive robust representation tailored to their unique circumstances.

If you require assistance in navigating a white-collar crime investigation, we are here to help.

A civil action for fraud is a private action brought by an individual or organisation (the claimant) against another individual or organisation (the defendant). Typically, the claimant seeks compensation for damages incurred due to the defendant's actions.

When a victim of fraud reports the incident to a law enforcement agency, and sufficient evidence exists to support the prosecution against the accused (the defendant), it becomes the responsibility of the prosecuting authority to present a criminal case in court.
If, for any reason, the prosecuting authority decides not to bring a prosecution, it is open to the victim to bring a private criminal prosecution in the criminal court.

For further information and a deeper analysis into the differences between civil fraud and criminal fraud, please read our article titled Civil Fraud v Criminal Fraud.