Demonstrating vast expertise in dealing with complex SFO, FCA, HMRC, and OFSI investigations, Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP’s ‘very personable’ practice acts on behalf of financial institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and media firms. The team is especially strong at handling financial crime matters, including money laundering, anti-corruption, and tax proceedings, as well as having a growing presence in the cryptocurrency and sanctions compliance space. Kevin Roberts heads the team, with the former showing ’empathy and commitment’ when advising clients in internal investigations, and the latter specialising in fraud and asset-tracing issues. Special counsel Duncan Grieve has experience of managing international investigations brought by the US DOJ and SEC, while associates Charlotte Glaser and Sharon Takhar are also noted.
Testimonials
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‘The team at Cadwalader are exceptionally able combining detailed analysis with a thorough understanding of the law. They are also very personable and really make an effort to understand the specific needs of the client.’
‘I have had a number of opportunities to work with Duncan Grieve, who is a standout individual. Duncan is an excellent lawyer who always goes the extra mile for his clients. Duncan's fluency in Portuguese and extensive international experience also give him an ease at working cross-culturally and on multijurisdictional matters that few lawyers possess. Duncan is highly skilled in working on complex and sensitive investigations and compliance issues.’
‘Kevin Roberts has roots in high street crime and so has genuine criminal law roots, which is probably unique in US law firms in London. Duncan brings a more traditional white collar crime background, but with his Portuguese language skills he has assisted in the focus in Brazilian corruption cases in recent years.’
‘I admire the firm for the thorough, pragmatic way in which evidence is gathered and the way in which the client is calmed.’
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Kevin Roberts