Welcome to JMW's Hub for Business Crime Advice and Information
If you or your business are under investigation, it helps to have access to high-quality information and guidance. The expert Business Crime and Regulation team at JMW Solicitors recognises that it can be difficult to navigate these processes without expert legal support. You may be unsure which questions you are compelled to answer, what information you are allowed to keep to yourself, what documents or materials you are required to provide and how to avoid self-incrimination when answering questions. After all, whether or not you have done anything wrong, investigating authorities will do everything in their power to extract information from you.
To offer support and guidance through these processes, we have created the JMW Business Crime, Regulatory and Criminal Defence Hub. Within this hub, the experienced criminal and regulatory solicitors at JMW have compiled a wealth of useful guides and resources on a variety of topics spanning the entire criminal justice process. The information here applies to individuals and businesses of all sizes, from sole traders to large corporations.
While we hope this information will assist you and your business in the face of an investigation, our business crime advice hub cannot replace the formal instruction of your own legal team and the tailored package we can offer. The services of our expert team during the investigation process and any criminal proceedings will ensure you and/or your business are protected, rights are upheld, and the best possible defence is prepared.
Our expertise spans the following aspects of the criminal justice process:
- The investigation stage
- Magistrates Court
- Crown Court
- Appeal
At JMW, we represent individuals and businesses in some of the largest investigations and prosecutions in the UK, including many cases with an international element. Our broad range of experience ensures we are able to provide a meticulous approach to each case. Our expert knowledge of the law, coupled with our full-service law firm offering, ensures you receive practical advice from us no matter how complex or convoluted the allegations may be.
If you have any questions or would like to speak to our team, contact us now on 0345 872 6666 or use our online enquiry form to request a call back.
Our Key Services
Criminal Justice Process
Learn more about the criminal justice process from beginning to end. Discussing matters at every stage from the point that a crime is allegedly committed, through the courts, to the appeals process, the team at JMW explains what you should expect when you are accused of a crime and how we can help.
Interviews Under Caution
If you are asked to attend an interview under caution with an investigating authority, JMW can help. Here, we offer several resources to help you understand the different types of interviews, the organisations that can use these powers, and to explain why legal support is vital in an interview setting.
Proceeds of Crime Act and Asset Recovery
Police and other investigating authorities may obtain Account Freezing Orders and Restraint Orders to restrict access to your assets. If you find yourself in this position, it can be hard to know how to respond, but JMW’s team can help. Here, find our resources for people whose assets have been frozen.
Search Warrants and Seizure of Property
If an investigating authority attempts to search your premises or seize your property, it is important to ensure that your rights are upheld. Authorities must follow correct procedures - otherwise, the information they seize may not be submitted as evidence. JMW can guide you through this process and prevent your rights from being infringed upon.
Account Freezing Orders: Key Information
Business Crime Resources
Here, you will find a selection of our latest blog posts and guides, with the up-to-date news and legal information that businesses need.
Business Crime Success Stories
We have successfully represented many clients who were accused of fraud or financial crimes, including individuals and businesses. Learn more about our successes here.
Successful discharge in extradition case of Poland v DW
Investigations team successfully concludes private prosecution against former accountant
Successful Acquittal in Allegations of Conspiracy to Defraud a financial institution and money laundering
Successful defence in alleged dishonesty of accountant
Successful Acquittal in Allegations of Conspiracy to Defraud a financial institution and money laundering
Business Crime Videos
Encro Phone Arrests
SRA Investigation - The First Visit
Furlough Fraud - What Is It?
Court of Appeal - Kadie Kalma v AML
Intro to Private Prosecutions
Bail Applications & COVID-19
Early Release & COVID-19
Cash Seizure: Release Applications
HMRC VAT: Fraud Defence
Failure to Pay a Security to HMRC
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