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Corporate Fraud Lawyers

Whether your business has been defrauded or you are facing investigations, Setfords’ corporate fraud solicitors are here to help. Our legal team has a great deal of experience in both criminal and civil commercial fraud or ‘white-collar crime’ cases, which can often overlap and run in parallel. Setfords also have a track record of dealing with high-value fraud matters, for businesses, owner managers, and directors. We can defend your position in fraud investigations and prosecutions, or assist you in bringing a case against someone else.

With our in-depth knowledge and extensive experience in business crime and litigation, we’ll leave no stone unturned when assisting you, helping to remove the burden from you during an incredibly stressful time.

Find out more about how our corporate fraud lawyers can help you below.

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Corporate Fraud Solicitor Services

How exactly can our corporate fraud lawyers assist you and your organisation? See our main areas of specialism below.

  • Defending and protecting your position in prosecutions

    Defending and protecting your position in prosecutions

    Our corporate fraud lawyers are experts in defending clients involved in a number of different types of cases involving fraud matters, including:

    • Insider dealing
    • Money laundering
    • Ponzi schemes
    • Tax fraud and VAT investigations
    • Carousel fraud
    • Bribery and corruption
    • Accountancy irregularities

    We can handle so-called ‘white collar crime’ matters brought against you by a range of prosecuting authorities, including HMRC, the National Crime Agency, the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), the FCA, the Department for Business and Trade, regional fraud squads, and more. Please get in touch today to discuss your particular requirements. 

  • Investigations

    Investigations

    Setfords’ corporate fraud solicitors can work closely with your team to assist you and your company with a range of fraud investigations, including but not limited to:

    • Tax and VAT investigations
    • HSE enquiries
    • Competition law
    • Internal investigations
    • Theft of intellectual property
    • Dishonest employees
    • Loss of confidential information
    • Enquiries by liquidators
  • Commercial Fraud Litigation

    Commercial Fraud Litigation

    If you require litigation for a civil commercial fraud issue, Setfords’ corporate fraud lawyers are here to help. We can engage various methods to help you get the outcome you desire, covering issues such as:

    • Conflicts of interest
    • Diversion of contracts
    • Procurement issues
    • Serious breach of contract
    • Secret commissions
    • Alleged breach of fiduciary duty by Directors or senior managers
    • Excess dividend claims
    • Liquidator claims in insolvency cases
    • Fraudulent misrepresentation
    • Financial services and banking claims

Defending and protecting your position in prosecutions

Our corporate fraud lawyers are experts in defending clients involved in a number of different types of cases involving fraud matters, including:

  • Insider dealing
  • Money laundering
  • Ponzi schemes
  • Tax fraud and VAT investigations
  • Carousel fraud
  • Bribery and corruption
  • Accountancy irregularities

We can handle so-called ‘white collar crime’ matters brought against you by a range of prosecuting authorities, including HMRC, the National Crime Agency, the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), the FCA, the Department for Business and Trade, regional fraud squads, and more. Please get in touch today to discuss your particular requirements. 

Investigations

Setfords’ corporate fraud solicitors can work closely with your team to assist you and your company with a range of fraud investigations, including but not limited to:

  • Tax and VAT investigations
  • HSE enquiries
  • Competition law
  • Internal investigations
  • Theft of intellectual property
  • Dishonest employees
  • Loss of confidential information
  • Enquiries by liquidators

Commercial Fraud Litigation

If you require litigation for a civil commercial fraud issue, Setfords’ corporate fraud lawyers are here to help. We can engage various methods to help you get the outcome you desire, covering issues such as:

  • Conflicts of interest
  • Diversion of contracts
  • Procurement issues
  • Serious breach of contract
  • Secret commissions
  • Alleged breach of fiduciary duty by Directors or senior managers
  • Excess dividend claims
  • Liquidator claims in insolvency cases
  • Fraudulent misrepresentation
  • Financial services and banking claims

Setfords’ Approach to Corporate Fraud

Our approach as a law firm is unique. We know that being defrauded or investigated can be stressful, so we’ll always take the time to listen and give you the best possible advice.

Plus, Setfords’ corporate fraud solicitors are all experts in this area with extensive track records in assisting businesses of all sizes. Your case won’t be passed onto an inexperienced junior and you will be in direct contact with your lawyer throughout the process. 

If this sounds like the sort of law firm you would like to work with, then get in touch today.

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Corporate Fraud FAQs

  • What is corporate fraud?

    Corporate fraud refers to deceitful and unlawful actions carried out by individuals or groups, either within a company or directed against it. The intention of these actions is to secure financial benefits or inflict harm upon the company and/or its stakeholders.

  • What are some of the common types of corporate fraud?

    Typical forms of corporate fraud can include:

    • Embezzlement
    • The falsification of financial statements
    • Insider trading
    • Bribery and corruption
    • Fraudulent billing schemes
    • Money laundering
    • The wrongful use of assets
  • What are the legal consequences of corporate fraud?

    Individuals who are held accountable for corporate fraud may be subject to criminal charges, imprisonment, fines, civil penalties, and so on. 

    Moreover, the implicated company might be subject to legal proceedings, regulatory penalties, and legal action pursued by shareholders. 

    If you are being investigated for any kind of corporate fraud, our expert corporate fraud lawyers are here to help.

  • How can companies prevent corporate fraud?

    There are various things that companies can do to reduce the risk of corporate fraud within their organisation, including:

    • Promoting a strong ethical culture
    • Implementing fraud detection systems
    • Conducting regular audits
    • Establishing robust internal controls
    • Encouraging employees to report suspicious activities, for example, with a confidential hotline
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