Adam Craggs > RPC > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Adam Craggs heads up the white-collar and financial crime offering at RPC, which stands out for its strength in tax fraud-related HRMC proceedings. Craggs has specialist expertise in criminal tax investigations and prosecutions, and attracts praise for his ‘unmatched level of experience‘. Also in the core team are Sam Tate, noted for his deferred prosecution agreements expertise, and the ‘fantastic‘ Michelle Sloane, who is dual qualified in New Zealand and England and Wales; Sloane takes point on duty fraud and missing trader intra-community fraud matters.

Sam Tate leads the ‘talented‘ white-collar and financial crime team at RPC, which maintains a strong reputation for its expertise in HMRC tax fraud investigations. Tate has notable experience advising on DPAs and works alongside financial crime litigation specialist Michelle Sloane and the ‘outstanding‘ Adam Craggs, who also leads the firm’s tax disputes team. Thomas Jenkins is the name to note for anti-corruption investigations as well as compliance programmes, while Lucy Kerr’s expertise encompasses anti-bribery and corruption mandates.

Leveraging ‘exceptional professional skills’ and a strong network of international offices, RPC specialises in handling HMRC criminal investigations alongside negotiating settlements regarding interim applications. The practice also shows strength in stadium acquisitions and regulatory compliance, with team lead Jeremy Drew being an expert in sponsorship deals and sports regulation matters. Josh Charalambous is knowledgeable in complex commercial issues – with clients praising his ‘excellent judgement’ – while Neil Brown routinely acts for buyers and investors in sport. Oliver Bray is an advertising and marketing specialist, and Adam Craggs is also recommended.

Full-service firm RPC provides its clients with extensive tax expertise, and has particular strength in disputes, including investigations and judicial review cases. The team is distinguished by its aptitude in the sports and entertainment sectors. Adam Craggs sits at the head of the practice and specialises in criminal tax investigations regarding alleged VAT fraud. Robert Waterson is a highlight of the team and regularly works on cross-border VAT disputes and regularly leads negotiations with tax authorities. Michelle Sloane is highlighted for her experience handling HMRC investigations and prosecutions.

RPC covers tax investigations, litigation, and judicial review cases, with a strong ADR offering. The group benefits from including multiple former HMRC members, lending expertise in the full range of civil and criminal tax procedures. Adam Craggs leads, and has longstanding experience in direct and indirect tax disputes. Craggs is highly active as a thought leader, lecturing and writing extensively on tax matters. Michelle Sloane has key strength in criminal tax matters, and is active on behalf of both individuals and corporates. Harry Smith brings experience working within HMRC, and has broad sector expertise.

Well-versed in high-profile disputes regarding customs duties and anti-dumping duties, RPC offers full-service tax dispute advice. The tax disputes resolution group also assists in all aspects of HMRC investigations and public law challenges against HMRC. With vast experience in direct and indirect tax dispute resolution, including customs and excise disputes, team leader Adam Craggs‘ practice centers on inquiries and criminal tax investigations. Michelle Sloane is an expert in tax dispute resolution and has particular expertise with VAT, customs and excise duty disputes. Harry Smith and Liam McKay cover a range of direct and indirect tax disputes across a range of sectors.