BCL Solicitors LLP’s business crime & regulation team is recognised for its exceptional track record in representing individuals involved in high-value, complex and cross-border financial crime matters. The firm is regularly instructed in Serious Fraud Office investigations, acting for clients in cases involving bribery, corruption, money laundering and fraud. Richard Sallybanks leads the team, bringing deep experience in high-profile domestic and international financial crime investigations. Founding partner Ian Burton is a widely respected figure in the field, advising prominent individuals on cases involving commercial fraud, sanctions, and international regulation. Harry Travers is noted for his work on SFO-led fraud and corruption investigations, including contentious tax fraud. Shula De Jersey and Julian Hayes offer substantial expertise in multi-agency investigations, with Hayes frequently handling sensitive, multinational cases. Shaul Brazil and John Binns bring particular strength in POCA, asset forfeiture and sanctions. Anoushka Warlow and Oliver Schneider-Sikorsky further bolster the team’s multi-jurisdictional capabilities, with practices focused on serious fraud, international defence strategy and high-net-worth individuals. Jonathan Flynn acts for individuals in financial crime investigations and proceedings, particularly those with a cross-border or multi-agency dimension.
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Business crime and regulation
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She is an expert in all areas of white-collar crime including high profile fraud, money laundering and corruption. She specialises in representing individuals in complex and serious fraud proceedings, health and safety and corporate manslaughter cases and has handled a number of Serious Fraud Office (SFO) investigations. These include Operation Holbein, Langbar, Mabey and Johnson, the Beijing Olympics ticket fraud, Kaupthing, Swift, FOREX and Euribor. She also has experience representing clients in all areas of criminal law including serious crime and she regularly represents clients at police station interviews. Shula has had numerous articles published in The Lawyer, Legal Week, In-House Lawyer and Telegraph Online and has lectured on corporate manslaughter legislation. She is a consultant editor for Lloyds Law Reports: Financial Crime.

Career

Slater & Gordon (formerly Russell Jones & Walker) 2001-2017; Joined BCL Solicitors LLP as a Partner in December 2017

Memberships

Founding committee member of the Fraud Lawyers Association; Co-Chair of the London Chapter Programming Committee of the Women’s White Collar Defence Association; European Criminal Bar Association; Women in Criminal Law; Female Fraud Forum; The Law Society.

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  • 'A very strong team with standout individuals.' 'Shula de Jersey is just a delight to work with. Someone who fights tooth and nail for her clients and who lives and breathes it.' 'The team at BCL stands out as exceptional. Having worked with numerous firms over the years, I would rank BCL at the very top in terms of client care, professionalism, and expertise. I recommend them without hesitation.' 'John Binns combines sharp intelligence with a strong strategic vision. His unparalleled knowledge of the sanctions regime is particularly valuable in this fast-evolving and complex area of law.' 'Jonathan Flynn is a truly exceptional lawyer. Drawing on his experience at the criminal Bar, he delivers advice that is strategic, practical, and uniquely insightful. His diligence, commitment, and conscientious approach ensure that his clients receive first-rate representation.' 'Shula De Jersey's dedication, attention to detail, and deep understanding of her cases are truly remarkable. Her clients place unwavering trust in her, thanks to her consistent focus on their best interests. She also fosters a highly supportive and collaborative team culture.'