The corporate crime and investigations practice at Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP counts large multinational corporates, banks, and operators in the tech and retail sectors among its strong roster of clients. International financial sanctions specialist Zia Ullah oversees the team and leverages his in-house experience from the banking industry to advise financial institutions on all aspects of economic sanctions. Ullah works alongside Anupreet Amole, who handles business crime and compliance matters with a focus on corruption and fraud, and Steve Smith, who advises on AML investigations, compliance matters, and POCA issues. Another key name for AML compliance is Ruth Paley, lauded by clients for her ‘highly developed sense of strategy’.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The strength and breadth of subject matter expertise in the team is outstanding, covering all of the specialist financial crime areas I need.’

  • ‘The individuals I have dealt with are always keen to help and act in a professional and pleasant manner. They always do what they say they will.’

  • ‘A well-drilled team, filled with helpful individuals.’

  • ‘Ruth Paley is a former barrister who has a highly developed sense of strategy and always exhibits a complete mastery of her brief. She is also immensely practical, finding solutions through brawn as well as brain. It is a delight to work with such a true expert.’

  • ‘I recommend Steve Smith.’

  • ‘Good client engagement and tailored solutions for our needs.’

  • ‘Amazing team; very cohesive and responsive. Knowledgeable and collaborative.’

  • ‘Ruth Paley is always approachable, client-focused, a thoroughbred professional with a personal touch.'

Key clients

  • Event Ticket Sales Platform
  • BRAC Saajan Exchange Ltd

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Zia Ullah

Other key lawyers

Steve Smith, Ruth Paley, Anupreet Amole