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Our devotion to clients and tenacious hard work has gained us recognition as a The Times Best Law Firm 2026 and Leading Firm in both legal directories the Legal500 and Chambers and Partners.
Our corporate crime lawyers are seasoned experts in all areas of corporate crime law.
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Corporate crime occurs when an individual or business commits an illegal act, the illegal act normally benefits the company or organisation they work for, rather than just one person directly.
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Corporate crime refers to offences committed by companies or individuals acting on their behalf, often involving financial misconduct or regulatory breaches. Allegations can be made against the business itself and/or key individuals within a business.
Common examples include fraud, bribery and corruption, money laundering, tax evasion, insider trading, and health and safety violations. These cases are often complex and require expert defence to navigate investigations by agencies such as the SFO, HMRC, FCA and Health and Safety Executive.
We have special expertise providing the required insight, advice and support to clients in all industries at every stage of the investigative and prosecution process.
Corporate Crime Solicitors Covering
Bribery and Corruption
​Bribery involves offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting something of value to influence a person in a position of trust. Corruption refers more broadly to the abuse of power for personal gain, often involving public officials or corporate executives.
Fraud
​Fraud is the deliberate deception intended to secure an unfair or unlawful gain. This can include false representation, failing to disclose information, or abuse of position, and often arises in financial or contractual contexts. Find out more about our specialist fraud services.
Money Launering
​Money laundering is the process of concealing the origins of illegally obtained money, typically by transferring it through legitimate businesses, bank accounts or financial systems to make it appear lawful.
Tax Evasion
Tax evasion involves the illegal non-payment or underpayment of taxes, often through deliberate misrepresentation or concealment of income, assets, or transactions.
False Accounting
​False accounting occurs when financial records are deliberately manipulated or misrepresented to deceive stakeholders, regulators, or auditors, often to hide losses or inflate profits.
Health and Safety Offences
​These offences arise when companies fail to comply with statutory duties to protect employees, customers, or the public from harm, potentially leading to serious injury or death.
National Minimum Wage Offences
​There are various ways both individuals and companies can fall foul of the National Minimum Wage Legislation. These include obstructing an investigation, failing to keep required records and falsifying documents as well as underpaying workers. All methods of calculating pay are included and the officers of the company will be separately liable where actions are taken with consent, connivance or due to their neglect.
Our Corporate Crime Cases Include:
Corruption of
Office Fitout
Contracts
Bribery in Construction
Industry
Gross Negligence Manslaughter Health and Safety
Our Corporate Crime Lawyers Answer Your Questions
What is corporate crime?
​Corporate crime involves illegal acts committed by a company or its representatives, typically for financial gain. These can range from fraud and bribery to regulatory breaches and environmental offences.
What agencies investigate corporate crime in the UK?
​Investigations may be led by the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), Health and Safety Executive (HSE) or the police, depending on the nature of the offence.
Can a company be prosecuted even if no individual is charged?
​Yes. Under UK law, a company can be prosecuted independently if the offence can be attributed to individuals representing its "directing mind and will."
Can directors be held personally liable?
​Yes. Directors and senior managers can be prosecuted if they are found to have authorised, consented to, or neglected to prevent criminal conduct within the company.
What should I do if my company is under investigation?
Seek legal advice immediately. Early intervention can help protect your rights, manage reputational risk, and guide you through interviews, document requests, or dawn raids.
What are the possible outcomes of a corporate crime case?
Outcomes can include acquittal, fines, director disqualification, confiscation orders, or deferred prosecution agreements. Early intervention through pre-charge engagement can significantly influence the end result.
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