Bindmans LLP boasts a stellar reputation for advising individuals facing criminal and regulatory investigations into financial misconduct, with expertise spanning fraud, money laundering, bribery, corruption, sanctions breaches, account freezing orders, and confiscation proceedings. The team has a broad and well-established practice, regularly acting in matters brought by the SFO, FCA, CPS and other enforcement bodies. Katie Wheatley leads the team with longstanding experience in defending clients in complex investigations and prosecutions, including those involving insider dealing and the unlawful disclosure of price-sensitive information. She is well regarded for her representation of individuals in both regulatory and criminal contexts. Tayab Ali offers a versatile practice, acting for high net worth individuals in matters involving asset protection, regulatory exposure and complex litigation, often in cases with sensitive reputational or cross-border elements.
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‘Bindmans is unique because of its utter focus on delivering for its clients. The level of client care is first-class. Its partners are readily available to deal with any queries. The instructions provided to counsel and detailed and thorough.’
‘Katie Wheatley is tireless in her pursuit of the best result for her client. Her diligence and dedication are first class.’
‘Dedication to their clients, willingness to turn every stone, strategic and personable.’
‘One of the most impressive white collar teams in the UK.’
‘Katie Wheately is innovative and inventive. Completely dedicated to every case she takes on.'
‘The team is very highly respected and is known for acting in complex fraud cases, particularly for individuals. Its strengths are the very high quality of its partners and associates, the commitment and dedication given to every case, the excellent client care, and the breadth of the team's practice.'
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Katie Wheatley
Other key lawyers
Tayab Ali; Catherine Jackson; Ella Jefferson