The talented team at Cartwright King is jointly led by Laura Smith and John Allchin. It regularly advises on the full spectrum of corporate and financial crime, as well as regulatory based prosecutions. Clients are directors, senior employees, and the management of multinational companies who are accused of bribery and other serious financial crime. The group is recommended for its work on extradition cases, and civil High Court judicial review proceedings. Its complex fraud work is a mix of privately paid, publicly funded and insurance backed work. Allchin has considerable expertise in defending heavyweight criminal cases, and is a grade ‘A’ supervisor under the Very High Costs Cases arrangements.
Testimonials
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‘Excellent nationwide reputation. John Allchin is a stand out fraud and POCA lawyer. His attention to clients and detail is second to none. An 'old school' solicitor operating successfully in the modern age.’
‘The team in the West Midlands has certain individuals who are excellent at what they do. They provide clear guidance and instructions ensure that they achieve the best outcome for their clients.’
Work highlights
- Acting on behalf of a company director under investigation by the National Crime Agency in connection with his alleged involvement in a £25m money laundering conspiracy.
- Acting on behalf of a futures trader alleged to have committed a £9m Ponzi Fraud.