Described as ‘the pioneering firm to focus exclusively on private criminal prosecutions’, Edmonds Marshall McMahon can be distinguished as a firm of a boutique nature with a focus on private prosecutions, while still retaining a multidisciplinary model. Among its varied workload, which extends to criminal fraud prosecutions, are complex civil corruption prosecutions. The team hosts a deep bench of practitioners with particular areas of expertise, including fraud, an area in which the practice has adapted to represent victims, and advises both individuals and large corporations. Tamlyn Edmonds, Andrew Marshall and Kate McMahon oversee the department, and McMahon has a strong track record in financial investigations, while Edmonds and Marshall often represent high-net-worth individuals who have been defrauded, as well as a broad range of civil corruption and fraud cases.
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‘Edmonds Marshall McMahon was the pioneering firm to focus exclusively on private criminal prosecutions. As a result, they possess experience in this specialised area.'
‘The individuals we have worked with consistently distinguish themselves from others in the field. This is evidenced by their numerous successes in pursuing those involved in criminal activities. Among them, Tamlyn Edmonds stands out most prominently. Her dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to her clients' needs are second to none.’
‘They work as one cohesive team, meaning they provide an excellent service. They really are the pre-eminent firm in private prosecutions in our opinion.’
'Tamlyn Edmonds, Kate McMahon and Andrew Marshall are all true experts in the field.'
'Ashley is rapidly establishing himself as a star of today as well as tomorrow.'
'Andrew Marshall has expert knowledge of private prosecutions. He is accurate in both his assessment and execution of strategy to resolve complex issues and selecting the specialist talent required for the specific task at hand.'
Key clients
- The Football Foundation
- Gloucester Jet Test Centre Ltd /Summit Aviation Ltd
- Macmillan Cancer Support
- Cyrith Holdings Ltd
- Asim Siddiqui & Raed Siddiqui
- DAS UK Holdings Limited
Work highlights
Advised the Football Foundation on the investigation and prosecution of multiple fraudulent grant applications, securing convictions and custodial sentences for defendants involved in frauds exceeding hundreds of thousands of pounds.
Advised Macmillan Cancer Support on the successful prosecution of five defendants involved in a sophisticated, organised fraud, which exploited Macmillan’s grant system using over 117 bank accounts.
Acted for the Noel family in a highly publicised 4-week trial in July 2021, securing a conviction against Elie Taktouk on 11 counts of fraud.
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Practice head
Tamlyn Edmonds; Andrew Marshall; Kate McMahon