Fielding a ‘highly dynamic’ team, Russell-Cooke LLP is well-placed to advise individuals across the full spectrum of white-collar crime matters, including tax and insurance fraud, sanctions evasion, fraud and bribery allegations, and money laundering issues. Seasoned complex fraud specialist Jae Carwardine oversees the practice and has a strong track record defending clients in SFO, FCA, HMRC, and CPS investigations, particularly related to international bribery, fraud, and corruption allegations. Frances Murray, described by clients as ‘a force to be reckoned with’, acts for ultra-high-net-worth individuals and senior management on the full range of financial crime matters, including criminal and private prosecutions, unexplained wealth orders, and account freezing orders. Carwardine and Murray work alongside Emily Russell, who has a broad caseload specialising in multi-jurisdictional financial crime issues.
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‘ My dealings were with Jae Carwadine 0f Russell Cooke who was extremely helpful and efficient as were all the members of her team.’
‘Jae Carwadine had a good bedside manner and I felt I could approach her with any questions I had in relation to my case. I cannot recommend her highly enough.’
‘An excellent team of practitioners who consistently represent individuals with complex financial crime issues. They understand the issues that their clients face as well as recognising the criminal, civil and regulatory exposure.’
‘Frances Murray – She quickly recognises and understand the issues that her clients face. Emily Russell – A very important member of the team. Emily is adept at handling a wide range of financial crime issues for her clients.’
‘The firm has a highly dynamic team that leads in innovative strategies in fraud litigation and is particularly adept at dealing with multi-jurisdictional issues for high net worth individuals. The team is efficient and effective and achieves excellent results.’
‘Fran Murray - her years of experience in fraud litigation is apparent in her unimpeachable decision making. A phenomenal lawyer who can guide clients through the most difficult situations.’
‘Russell-Cooke LLP are a slick and very well-regarded outfit.’
‘Frances Murray, a partner at the firm, is 500% on every case, and does not skip a beat. She is a force to be reckoned with in her field. Emily Russell is talented beyond her years and relentless in pursuit of her client's interests. A pleasure to work with.’
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Jae Carwardine