With strength in cross-border mandates, Steptoe UK LLP regularly advises individuals facing investigations by the SFO and the FCA. Working closely with the firm’s international offices, the team attracts particular praise for its strength in multijurisdictional investigations. Practice head Zoe Osborne attracts praise for her ‘unrivalled’ expertise in the space and routinely takes point on cross-border financial crime investigations and litigation, including fraud, money laundering, and sanctions breaches.
Testimonials
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‘Steptoe's team's unique selling point is the integrity of its London lead partner for the practice, Zoe Osborne, and her deep US network, which allows her to provide timely, well-founded, and creative advice. Zoe's energy and reach provide a forceful skill-set that is unrivalled in the space.’
‘Zoe Osborne's deep bench of experience and candour, coupled with deep respect amongst enforcement authorities, makes her the go-to for cross-border and UK enforcement advice. Furthermore, her integrity to her clients is second to none. She walks the walk and stands by her clients without fail, often to her firm's disadvantage. Added to this, her demeanour is measured and supportive, and she always sees the wider picture. Zoe is a stand-out star in the London white-collar legal community.’
Work highlights
- Advising a wide range of individuals on Serious Fraud Office investigations, including in High Court trials.
- Representing high-profile individuals in complex international criminal investigations of allegations of bribery and corruption.