England - London • Crime, fraud and licensing
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
With a client-base spanning the extractive, aerospace, and technology industries, the ‘committed and dedicated’ team at Greenberg Traurig, LLP is highly regarded for its expertise in money laundering, tax, and extradition proceedings. Practice head Rebecca Meads specialises in complex financial crime investigations and bribery matters, while Gavin Costelloe draws upon his experience as a former employee of the SFO to advise clients on investigations brought by the SFO, CPS, and HMRC. Of counsel Alex Swan is noted for his knowledge of market abuse and insider dealing issues. Jo Rickards left the firm in January 2023.
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Testimonials
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‘An excellent, committed and dedicated team with strength at all levels.’
‘Rebecca Meads is outstanding. A tireless worker who has a keen appreciation of what is possible and how to achieve it.'
‘Gavin Costelloe is outstanding. Highly intelligent, vastly experienced, a walking law book and calm under pressure. Rebecca Meads is a charismatic leader capable of penetrating analysis. Alex Swan leaves no stone unturned and is also an impressive advocate.’
‘Rebecca Meads - a wonderful force of nature with a zest for clients, cases and winning. Fabulous lawyer to have on your side.'
- 'Alex Swan - a huge presence and as enthusiastic a solicitor as you could ever wish for. Bright, energetic and able to cut through the rubbish to get to the meat of the case.’
‘The white-collar crime practice at GT is very professional, efficient and informative, with a complete grasp of the client and its needs. The team is attentive and exact in their legal advice, proactive in their proposed solutions and next steps, and always strives to deliver optimal results. The team is complementary, responsive and solution-oriented. It is always a real pleasure to work with them, in particular with the latest amazing women lawyers that recently joined the team.’
‘Rebecca Meads work with an enthusiasm which makes me want to work in their team. Their deep knowledge of other jurisdictions facilitates the comprehension of what can be done in the UK without adversely impacting elsewhere. They are both very shrewd, always available, easy and lovely to work with.’
‘Rebecca and Alex are absolutely amazing to work with.'
Key clients
- A former trader of Glencore
- A former non-executive director of Patisserie Valerie
- Various individuals in criminal investigation into Grenfell Tower
Work highlights
- Advising a former Glencore trader in respect of the SFO’s investigation into the relationship between Glencore and intermediary in Africa.
- Advising a former non-executive director in relation to the SFO’s investigation into Patisserie Holdings plc.
- Advising potential witnesses in connection with the Metropolitan Police’s investigation into the Grenfell Tower fire.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Rebecca Meads