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John Carl Townsend

John Carl Townsend

Position

John Carl is recognised for his particular expertise in complex financial and reputational disputes where there is the potential for civil, regulatory and criminal liability and is frequently instructed for his ability to advise and represent corporate clients in all three forums.

His practice encompasses a variety of commercial chancery disputes, with a particular focus on claims that derive from allegations of financial misconduct and misrepresentation (including claims for breach of fiduciary duty, unlawful means conspiracy, deceit, dishonest assistance and knowing receipt). John Carl’s practice in asset forfeiture and seizure includes applications for international freezing orders, search orders and applications for Norwich Pharmacal and Bankers Trust relief in civil fraud claims and all proceedings connected to the freezing and forfeiture of assets under the provisions of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (including High Court Asset Forfeiture under Part 5 and Tax Proceedings under Part 6).

Memberships

The Fraud Lawyers Association

Constitutional and Administrative Law Bar Association (ALBA)

The Proceeds of Crime Lawyers Association (POCLA)

Criminal Bar Association

Education

BA (Hons) Queen’s University Belfast

Middle Temple Jules Thorne Scholar

Blackstone Entrance Exhibitioner

Mentions

London Bar

Business and regulatory crime (including global investigations)

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John Carl Townsend  – XXIV Old Buildings  ‘John has a superior intelligence unmatched by his peers. John can be relied upon for his sound strategic approach to the most complex business crime cases. John has a breadth of experience that is intimidating for any opponent. At the top of his game and a silk in the making. John is the creme da la creme of business crime advocates.’