ABV Solicitors is recognised for its strong white collar crime practice, regularly advising individuals and senior executives facing serious fraud investigations and regulatory scrutiny. The team acts across diverse sectors, including financial services, energy, insurance, and retail, and is adept at handling cases involving foreign agencies such as the DOJ, as well as related extradition matters. Deepak Vij co-leads the team, bringing notable expertise in high-profile commercial and financial fraud cases, particularly involving the SFO. Fellow co-head Akhtar Ahmad offers over 25 years of experience in cross-border fraud matters, while Amirah Ajaz specialises in white collar fraud and complex confiscation.
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- ‘Deepak Vij is a star performer in the area of fraud and white-collar crime. He has an innate ability to gain a client's trust quickly as he combines thorough preparation with considerable experience and charm.'
- ‘The firm has a stellar cast of clever and hardworking lawyers who dedicate themselves to their clients' causes and consistently achieve excellent results. Their partners and associates work closely together to provide accurate advice and find solutions to problems.'
Practice head
Deepak Vij; Akhtar Ahmad
Other key lawyers
Amirah Ajaz; Fergus Harrington