Howard Kennedy LLP

Business Crime & Regulatory

Fran Garvey is a solicitor specialising in criminal law. She has experience representing both individuals and corporates across multiple jurisdictions on matters involving bribery and corruption, fraud, market abuse, cartels, sanctions, and general crime issues.

Fran advises clients on a range of criminal, regulatory and internal investigations. She has experience dealing with the Serious Fraud Office, Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Reporting Council, Crown Prosecution Service, and the police, as well as various other regulatory bodies in the UK and overseas.

She represents high-net-worth individuals in general crime matters including allegations of sexual assault.

She has particular experience advising clients on international sanctions and export control, particularly in relation to specific transactions and regulatory compliance.

Fran is a member of the Young Fraud Lawyers Association and the Female Fraud Forum.