Fraud Lawyers - BCL Burton Copeland London

Commercial Fraud

BCL Burton Copeland has one of the largest dedicated commercial fraud departments in the United Kingdom.

Our specialism and involvement in the majority of the main prosecutions brought by the SFO, CPS and DTI in recent years gives us particular expertise in accountancy, banking, confiscation and international financial affairs.

We also have substantial experience of business crime prosecutions brought by other authorities such as the Inland Revenue, H.M. Customs & Excise, the MoD and British Transport Police.

We offer representation in all types of fraud prosecution brought throughout the country.

Criminal Law

All of us at BCL Burton Copeland appreciate that any client facing any criminal charge is likely to suffer feelings of stress and anxiety. We pride ourselves in handling all of our cases with equal sensitivity, expertise and professionalism.

We have an established reputation as a market leader in criminal defence work: from minor offences to high profile and serious crimes involving issues of criminal restraint and confiscation. A number of our partners are recognised authorities in the field, and several of our lawyers have previous experience of working for the prosecuting authorities.

BCL Burton Copeland offers specialist advice across the whole spectrum of criminal work - from homicide, through serious drug offences, to road traffic law.

Environmental and Health & Safety Law

Recent years have seen a considerable growth in the use of UK and European law to better protect the public from risks to health and damage to the environment.

BCL Burton Copeland assists individuals and organisations - both in advising on such issues and representing them if problems arise. This includes acting for those facing investigation or prosecution for breaches of health & safety laws, trading standards legislation and environmental rules and regulations.

We remain committed to being at the forefront of developing legal practice and have developed considerable expertise in the field of corporate killing & manslaughter. An area of particular importance as a result of the UK's new legislative regime.

International Law

The increasing globalisation of crime has been paralleled by the growth in the number of international conventions and national laws aimed at combating it.

BCL Burton Copeland's recognised expertise, resources, and know-how puts us at the forefront of UK lawyers best able to act for those involved in international crime and related areas. We have many years' hands-on experience of cases involving extradition, transnational fraud & corruption, international mutual assistance and cross-border money laundering; often involving complex jurisdictional issues.

A number of our partners have also acted for national governments and non-governmental organisations as consultants advising on legislation and other issues within the international framework.

Investigations & Risk Management

BCL Burton Copeland has considerable experience of assisting individuals and corporations who have been the victims of fraud.

We are also well placed to advise on risk management and the establishment of appropriate administrative procedures and controls. These are increasingly necessary, not only to minimise the risks of fraud but also to ensure compliance with the ever-increasing rules and regulations that govern companies and those involved in financial transactions. In these complex and demanding areas we can call upon: -

·Many years experience at the forefront of the area.
·Extensive internal resources, including lawyers with previous experience in government agencies.
·Our ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams with other professionals, such as forensic accountants.

Litigation & Ancillary Work

BCL Burton Copeland's expertise in fraud and other criminal work extends to our pro-active approach to civil litigation and other ancillary fields.

There are many occasions when a client's remedy lies within the civil jurisdiction; be they the victim of, party to or suspected perpetrator of a criminal offence. This may occur in instances when assets are to be frozen or the courts have appointed a Criminal Justice Act Receiver, and in other cases involving fraud, money laundering or international mutual assistance.

We enjoy close relationships with many leading practitioners in other jurisdictions and work closely with the UK's Chancery and Commercial Bar in appropriate cases. Our experience ranges from emergency interlocutory applications to appellate court judicial reviews.

Regulatory & Disciplinary

BCL Burton Copeland has substantial experience of advising clients involved in investigations and proceedings brought by the FSA, Lloyd's, the SFA, and other bodies responsible for the regulation of national and international financial markets.

With our broad-based regulatory practice, and with a number of our lawyers experienced in working for prosecuting authorities, we are well placed to deal with the UK's new market abuse regime introduced by the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000.

We also act for professionals facing disciplinary proceedings before tribunals such as the Bar Council, the Law Society, the General Medical Council and military court-martials.

Our work ranges from acting for individuals in all of these areas, where procedural safeguards are often ill defined, to conducting internal investigations on behalf of organisations concerned about potential regulatory breaches.

Revenue and Customs Investigations

Financial investigation by a government agency will invariably create a range of difficulties for a client, be they an individual or a corporation.

BCL Burton Copeland has developed a particular expertise in relation to all aspects of such investigations. We are experienced in both criminal and civil litigation involving the fiscal authorities, and are always prepared to explore the possibility of a negotiated settlement when this is in our clients' best interests.

We regularly work closely with the UK's leading accountancy practices, and specialise in the assistance and protection of clients when confronted with the many exceptional powers of investigation and prosecution exercised by both the Inland Revenue and HM Customs & Excise.



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	BCL Burton Copeland

	The Firm
	BCL Burton Copeland is a Central London law firm specialising in commercial fraud, financial regulation, tax investigations and serious crime. Renowned for our dynamic approach to problem solving and solution implementation, we act in both the national and international jurisdictions. The firm has a proven history of commitment, skill, and excellence in representing those who are the subject of, or involved in, investigation and prosecution of fraud, revenue & fiscal offences, cross-border issues, serious crime and regulatory & disciplinary proceedings. BCL Burton Copeland is widely regarded as one of the UK's leading solicitors' practices with dedicated expertise in all areas of business and serious crime. BCL Burton Copeland's lawyers have backgrounds from large commercial law firms, specialised criminal practices and UK prosecuting authorities. Clients range from international corporations to foreign governments, major City law practices and individuals.
	Our Services
	Commercial Fraud BCL Burton Copeland has one of the largest dedicated commercial fraud departments in the United Kingdom. Our specialism and involvement in the majority of the main prosecutions brought by the SFO, CPS and DTI in recent years gives us particular expertise in accountancy, banking, confiscation and international financial affairs. We also have substantial experience of business crime prosecutions brought by other authorities such as the Inland Revenue, H.M. Customs & Excise, the MoD and British Transport Police. We offer representation in all types of fraud prosecution brought throughout the country. Criminal Law All of us at BCL Burton Copeland appreciate that any client facing any criminal charge is likely to suffer feelings of stress and anxiety. We pride ourselves in handling all of our cases with equal sensitivity, expertise and professionalism. We have an established reputation as a market leader in criminal defence work: from minor offences to high profile and serious crimes involving issues of criminal restraint and confiscation. A number of our partners are recognised authorities in the field, and several of our lawyers have previous experience of working for the prosecuting authorities. BCL Burton Copeland offers specialist advice across the whole spectrum of criminal work - from homicide, through serious drug offences, to road traffic law. Environmental and Health & Safety Law Recent years have seen a considerable growth in the use of UK and European law to better protect the public from risks to health and damage to the environment. BCL Burton Copeland assists individuals and organisations - both in advising on such issues and representing them if problems arise. This includes acting for those facing investigation or prosecution for breaches of health & safety laws, trading standards legislation and environmental rules and regulations. We remain committed to being at the forefront of developing legal practice and have developed considerable expertise in the field of corporate killing & manslaughter. An area of particular importance as a result of the UK's new legislative regime. International Law The increasing globalisation of crime has been paralleled by the growth in the number of international conventions and national laws aimed at combating it. BCL Burton Copeland's recognised expertise, resources, and know-how puts us at the forefront of UK lawyers best able to act for those involved in international crime and related areas. We have many years' hands-on experience of cases involving extradition, transnational fraud & corruption, international mutual assistance and cross-border money laundering; often involving complex jurisdictional issues. A number of our partners have also acted for national governments and non-governmental organisations as consultants advising on legislation and other issues within the international framework. Investigations & Risk Management BCL Burton Copeland has considerable experience of assisting individuals and corporations who have been the victims of fraud. We are also well placed to advise on risk management and the establishment of appropriate administrative procedures and controls. These are increasingly necessary, not only to minimise the risks of fraud but also to ensure compliance with the ever-increasing rules and regulations that govern companies and those involved in financial transactions. In these complex and demanding areas we can call upon: - ·Many years experience at the forefront of the area. ·Extensive internal resources, including lawyers with previous experience in government agencies. ·Our ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams with other professionals, such as forensic accountants. Litigation & Ancillary Work BCL Burton Copeland's expertise in fraud and other criminal work extends to our pro-active approach to civil litigation and other ancillary fields. There are many occasions when a client's remedy lies within the civil jurisdiction; be they the victim of, party to or suspected perpetrator of a criminal offence. This may occur in instances when assets are to be frozen or the courts have appointed a Criminal Justice Act Receiver, and in other cases involving fraud, money laundering or international mutual assistance. We enjoy close relationships with many leading practitioners in other jurisdictions and work closely with the UK's Chancery and Commercial Bar in appropriate cases. Our experience ranges from emergency interlocutory applications to appellate court judicial reviews. Regulatory & Disciplinary BCL Burton Copeland has substantial experience of advising clients involved in investigations and proceedings brought by the FSA, Lloyd's, the SFA, and other bodies responsible for the regulation of national and international financial markets. With our broad-based regulatory practice, and with a number of our lawyers experienced in working for prosecuting authorities, we are well placed to deal with the UK's new market abuse regime introduced by the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000. We also act for professionals facing disciplinary proceedings before tribunals such as the Bar Council, the Law Society, the General Medical Council and military court-martials. Our work ranges from acting for individuals in all of these areas, where procedural safeguards are often ill defined, to conducting internal investigations on behalf of organisations concerned about potential regulatory breaches. Revenue and Customs Investigations Financial investigation by a government agency will invariably create a range of difficulties for a client, be they an individual or a corporation. BCL Burton Copeland has developed a particular expertise in relation to all aspects of such investigations. We are experienced in both criminal and civil litigation involving the fiscal authorities, and are always prepared to explore the possibility of a negotiated settlement when this is in our clients' best interests. We regularly work closely with the UK's leading accountancy practices, and specialise in the assistance and protection of clients when confronted with the many exceptional powers of investigation and prosecution exercised by both the Inland Revenue and HM Customs & Excise.
	Lawyers' Profiles
	Ian R. Burton Partner Speciality Fraud & business crime litigation; fraud investigations & regulatory matters. International criminal law including mutual assistance in criminal matters & breach of UN sanctions. General criminal litigation including defence of prosecutions for Revenue, Customs and Excise, drug & other serious offences. Career Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England & Wales (1971) Nigel Copeland Glickman (Partner 1971-1975) Gardener Burton (Partner 1975-1982) BCL Burton Copeland (Founding Partner 1982) Professional Memberships International Bar Association, Law Society of England & Wales, London Criminal Courts Solicitors’ Association Harry A Travers Partner Speciality Fraud & business crime litigation, fraud investigations & regulatory matters. General criminal litigation including defence of prosecutions for Revenue, Customs & Excise & other serious offences. Career Called to the Bar (1986) Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England & Wales (1990) BCL Burton Copeland (1991, Partner 1995) Education BA Oxford (1985) BCL MA Oxford (1987) Professional Memberships BISLA, London Criminal Courts Solicitors’ Association (subcommittees relating to fraud) Languages Fluent French, conversational German & Spanish Brian Spiro Partner Speciality Fraud and business crime litigation, fraud investigations & regulatory matters. Advising and representing media organisations and high-profile individuals. International criminal law including mutual assistance in criminal matters & breach of UN sanctions. General criminal litigation including defence of prosecutions for Revenue, Customs & Excise, terrorism, drug and other serious offences. Career Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England & Wales (1984) Simons Muirhead & Burton (Partner 1986-2001) BCL Burton Copeland (Partner 2001) Education LLB (Hons) Nottingham University (1980) Professional Memberships City of Westminster Law Society, International Bar Association, Law Society of England & Wales, Lawyers for Liberty, London Criminal Courts Solicitors’ Association Languages Conversational French Mark Haslam Partner Speciality Fraud and business crime litigation; fraud investigations; and Customs & Excise investigations including substantial drug cases. General criminal litigation, including defence of prosecutions by Revenue, Customs & Excise and other serious offences. General police station advice and Magistrates' Court litigation; including particular speciality in road traffic cases. Career Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England & Wales (1981) Claude Hornby & Cox (Partner 1986-1993) Magrath & Co (Partner 1993-1997) BCL Burton Copeland (Partner 1998) Education MA (Law) Cambridge University (1979) Additional Information Regular broadcaster and lecturer on criminal legal affairs on radio, television and at legal seminars and conferences. Former President of the London Criminal Courts Solicitors’ Association. Jane Glass Partner Speciality Fraud & business crime litigation; fraud investigations & regulatory matters. General criminal litigation including defence of prosecutions for Revenue, Customs & Excise, drug & other serious offences. Career Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England & Wales (1996) BCL Burton Copeland (Partner 1997) Education LLB (Hons) University of Essex (1993) Professional Memberships Law Society of England & Wales, London Criminal Courts Solicitors’ Association Robin Booth Partner Speciality Criminal litigation: fraud, corruption and money laundering. Fraud investigations and regulatory matters. Advising on money laundering compliance. Advising and assisting victims of crime, individual and corporate, in criminal investigations and prosecutions; including the recovery of assets. Career Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England & Wales (1973) Head of Fraud Division CPS Central Casework (1993-1999) BCL Burton Copeland (Partner 1999) Education BA (Hons) Keele University (1969) Professional Memberships International Bar Association Law Society of England & Wales London Criminal Courts Solicitors’ Association Transparency International Additional Information Chair of the Law Society's Money Laundering Task Force. General Editor of Sweet & Maxwell's Anti-Money Laundering Guide. International consultant on anti-corruption measures to UNDP and DfID. Richard Sallybanks Partner Speciality Fraud & business crime litigation, in particular investigations and prosecutions by the Serious Fraud Office and Customs and Excise. Fraud investigations & professional regulatory matters. General criminal litigation. Career Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England & Wales (1992) CMS Cameron McKenna (1992-1995) BCL Burton Copeland, (1995, Partner 1999) Education LLB (Hons) University of Exeter (1989) Professional Memberships Law Society of England & Wales London Criminal Courts Solicitors’ Association Languages French & German Rachel Hubbard Partner Speciality Fraud & business crime litigation. Fraud investigations. General criminal litigation including defence of prosecutions for Revenue, Customs & Excise, murder, drug, sexual offences & other serious offences; with particular specialisation in forensic matters & medical defences. Career Solicitor of the Supreme Court (1989) Claude Hornby & Cox (1986-1992) Magrath & Co (1992-2000) BCL Burton Copeland (2000, Partner 2002) Education LLB (Hons) University of Wolverhampton (1986) Professional Memberships British Academy of Forensic Scientists, Law Society of England & Wales, London Criminal Courts Solicitors’ Association, Royal Society of Medicine Samantha J Moore Partner Speciality Fraud & business crime litigation. Fraud investigations and regulatory matters. General criminal litigation including defence of prosecutions for drug & other serious offences. Career Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England & Wales (1995) BCL Burton Copeland (Partner 1995) Education BA (Hons) Polytechnic of North London (1987) Professional Memberships Law Society of England & Wales, London Criminal Courts Solicitors’ Association Other BCL Lawyers & Consultants: Guy Bastable; Dushka Bradley; Diane Calnan; Stephen Davies; Shant Manok-Sanoian; Tom McNeill; Samantha Moram; Paul Morris; Mike Murphy; Natasha Murray; Johann Oosthuizen; Ellen Peart; Somaya Ramadhan; Hannah Raphael; Rebecca Scott; Charlotte Smit; Judy Teplitzki; Brian Twyman; John Vorster; Susan Wilcox; Catherine Mather; Karen Peacock.
	Contact Us
	Address BCL Burton Copeland 51 Lincoln's Inn Fields Holborn London WC2A 3LZ United Kingdom Telephone +44 (0) 207430 2277 Facsimile +44 (0) 207430 1101 DX 37981 KINGSWAY Email law@burtoncopeland.co.uk