Having recently advised on mandates involving investigations by HMRC and the Health and Safety Executive, Mishcon de Reya LLP is also noted for its strong expertise in internal investigations covering both financial and non-financial misconduct. Johanna Walsh, who heads the practice, has extensive experience advising on serious fraud, corruption and money laundering cases, with a track record spanning both domestic and international matters. Matthew Ewens is well versed in matters involving bribery and corruption allegations brought by the SFO, while Min Wiggins focuses on criminal proceedings and has notable insight in internal and regulatory investigations within the financial services sector.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Fabulous team - great collaborative team, with very joined-up thinking between the departments. Great back office support, which allows for really efficient working.’

  • ‘Matthew Ewens is the standout partner - witty, charming with an enduring work ethic which provides for a deadly combination.’

  • 'Johanna Walsh leads an excellent team with a wide range of commercial experience that is perfectly suited to dealing with corporate crime and investigations.'

Key clients

  • London Capital & Finance PLC
  • London Investment Management Firm
  • MV Kelly Limited

Work highlights

Acted for the administrators of London Capital & Finance PLC following its collapse and the ensuing SFO investigation.
Acted for a large London-based investment management firm in connection with a US Department of Justice investigation.
Acted for MV Kelly Limited, a civil engineering and groundworks company, providing incident response support in relation to health and safety incidents.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Min Wiggins

Practice head

Johanna Walsh

Other key lawyers

Matthew Ewens; Min Wiggins