Wilford Smith is active in the North and nationwide in cases of fraud and serious crime, including high profile murders, sexual offences, and drug-related crimes. The team, based in Sheffield, is led by fraud and financial crime expert Dapinder Singh KC, Rebecca Smith-Bains, whose practice includes violent crimes, fraud, and money laundering, and Mark Bates, who covers misconduct prosecutions and confiscation matters, amongst other issues. ‘Tenacious’ advocate Helen White is a key name.
Testimonials
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‘The practice is very highly regarded for the specialist advice it provides where serious fraud is, or may be, alleged, and for general crime. The ethos of the firm is of teamwork through thorough preparation and providing or obtaining the best specialist advice.’
‘Rebecca Smith-Bains, the principal partner of the firm, is a standout professional of the highest calibre and experience. She has a very hard-working client friendly approach which she combines with shrewd insight and meticulous preparation making for a distinctive and valuable advisor.’