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Our nationally-recognised Business Defence team are expert in supporting and protecting the interests of businesses and their key people through a range of criminal and regulatory issues.
From multi-million pound frauds to cryptocurrency hacking fraud, Fosters Solicitors has been involved at the forefront of many significant national fraud cases. Rated by The Legal 500 as a ‘Top Tier’ firm for both Crime and Fraud, our specialists include two Legal 500 ‘Leading Individuals’ and a team with significant experience to ensure any allegations you may face are handled sensitively, robustly and with the skills needed to navigate this complex area. From the investigation stage, through to interviews and court proceedings, our lawyers are available to help at any point.
As a responsible employer or business owner, from time to time you may identify concerns about the conduct of business practices, or that of individual employees.
Conducting a prompt and thorough internal investigation may be helpful when serious misconduct is suspected, to enable your business to make informed decisions about the wider risk of regulatory offences, disciplinary proceedings or even criminal proceedings and other investigatory involvement. We can help advise you on this process and support you in shaping and undertaking an investigation.
We can help shape the form of an investigation, advise on its remit and even speak formally to employees as either witnesses to, or suspects of, the misconduct alleged. Placing your investigation in the hands of our experienced team means you have peace of mind knowing it will be independent and impartial, and conducted in a time critical but sensitive manner – utilising our skills developed through years of experience being involved in investigations, collecting and assessing evidence and in obtaining evidence through questions. We will do everything we can to ensure that we obtain the best possible outcome for you – and will provide a written report detailing the conclusions reached, for you to make informed decisions about the next step. To find out more please contact us for a free no obligation quote.
Working in a professional capacity can often require you and your organisation to adhere to a particular code of conduct and comply with the standards set by a relevant professional regulatory body. This is particularly the case for those working in the medical, legal, financial and teaching professions – and for public sector organisations such as the police. Failure to comply, incompetence or inappropriate/unlawful activities can lead to suspension, dismissal and being removed or ‘struck off’ from a professional register – and in severe circumstances, criminal charges could also be brought. There can also be reputational and financial repercussions and penalties for the practice or firm and its key people.
We can help support both individuals and organisations facing a professional discipline investigation – as well as helping our clients to proactively take steps to ensure their regulatory compliance.
We appreciate that a professional disciplinary investigation can be incredibly stressful, whether as a witness, suspect or business. It can affect your ability to work or function and potentially result in loss of reputation and livelihood. Our expert team are experienced in supporting both individuals and organisations through dealing with investigative processes, which includes being able to assist with internal investigations and speak formally to those involved as either witnesses to, or suspects of, the misconduct alleged.
We will do everything we can to ensure that we obtain the best possible outcome for you – and understand the time critical and sensitive nature of your matter. We can also provide advice on regulatory compliance, assisting you to proactively engage with regulators and professional bodies and represent you in any dealings with them.
If you or your business have become the subject of an investigation for a breach of industry regulations or governing legislation, we can provide support and representation.
Our experts can advise both individuals and organisations through an investigation and can help you work with the relevant regulatory body to achieve the best result possible.
We offer expert support and representation for those under investigation for health and safety failures. Investigations by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), local authorities, or police can have serious consequences, including fines, imprisonment, and reputational damage.
Our specialists provide early advice to shape your case, assist in providing information or attending interviews under caution, and protecting your interests. If court proceedings are unavoidable, we help you prepare a robust defence, review evidence, and demonstrate corrective actions, ensuring you receive the best possible advice and representation.
Trading Standards investigations can involve a variety of allegations. Our team has extensive experience defending both businesses and individuals in such cases, including:
Breaches can result in severe penalties, loss of consumer confidence, and reputational damage. From formal cautions to fines and imprisonment, expert advice is crucial from the outset. Fosters Solicitors has a national reputation for successfully representing clients in these complex cases. Early legal advice can shape the investigation’s course, helping with defence strategy, attending interviews, and negotiating with Trading Standards. If the case proceeds to court, we assist in preparing your case, leveraging our extensive experience in large-scale prosecutions.
Ranked as a Top Tier firm by The Legal 500 UK, our experts are regularly involved in major criminal cases and investigations, both locally and nationally.
Our partners, Chris Brown and Damien Moore, are listed as leading individuals in The Legal 500 UK and are able to help and advise you through your case.
The Law Society awards accreditations to practitioners who meet the highest standards of technical expertise and client service in specific areas of law.
Our Partners, Chris Brown and Damien Moore, alongside Associate Natasha Baker hold the recognised standard for practitioners in criminal litigation.
Our Crime & Business Defence team is composed of seasoned legal professionals who specialise in providing robust defence and strategic advice in both criminal and regulatory matters. With extensive experience in defending individuals and businesses against a wide range of allegations, our team is equipped to protect your rights and interests with determination and expertise, ensuring that you receive comprehensive support throughout the legal process.
