Paul Hastings LLP

Litigation

Stuart Alford KC is a partner in the London office of Paul Hastings. Mr. Alford is a specialist in financial crime, specifically bribery, corruption, money laundering, fraud and dishonesty. He has an exceptional background advising on global investigations, criminal prosecutions and civil claims (in particular those involving UK and U.S. agencies), as well as advice and representation on issues of legal privilege, directors’ duties, shareholder disputes and judicial review.

Previously, Mr. Alford was Head of Banking Fraud and a member of the Management Board of the UK Serious Fraud Office. His career started with 20 years at the Bar in London, including time as a United Nations prosecutor, Legal Adviser to the Iraq High Tribunal (Saddam Hussein) and as a Special Advocate of the UK Attorney General.

For almost a third of his career Mr. Alford has been King’s Counsel, providing senior, team-leading guidance and advocacy. He is trusted by general counsel and company boards for his calm, authoritative advice.