With international reach, the ‘wonderful team of talented individuals’ at Addleshaw Goddard advises clients on dealings with domestic and international enforcement agencies, with experience in deferred prosecution agreements, as well as bribery, AML and fraud risks. Leading the team is corporate investigations specialist Michelle de Kluyver, who is lauded as ’one of the best of her generation’, while Polly Sprenger is recommended for her work on fraud investigations, defending private prosecutions and conducting internal investigations. In addition to corporate crime matters, Harriet Territt ‘provides clear and concise advice’ to clients on sanctions and international trade compliance, and Neeta Chityal, who is lauded as ’outstandingly good’, has a particular focus on international investigations involving the Middle East. Nichola Peters departed the team in 2024.
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Testimonials
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‘This is a brilliant firm with a wonderful team of talented individuals. They can solve any problem, no matter how big or small.’
‘Michelle de Kluyver is one of the best of her generation. Quite brilliant.'
‘Stellar team in the corporate crime space; unrivalled expertise and experience; superb technical knowledge combined with excellent judgement.’
‘Michelle de Kluyver and Neeta Chityal are stand-out individuals in this field. Bring 150% to every case. The kind of lawyer every client wants.’
‘A modern and well-equipped team to deal with complex regulatory investigations. Their to-the-point approach is very much appreciated.’
‘I work on several regulatory matters with the Addleshaw team, which always excels and delivers. Especially Harriet Territt is an extraordinarily sharp attorney who always manages to deliver pragmatic solutions for very complex issues! Also, Matt Worby from her team is extremely knowledgeable and a good, pragmatic thinker! The team also has a significant size, which allows them to manage complex cross-border investigations.’
'Neeta Chityal is outstandingly good.'
‘The team has great international reach and access to market-leading resources and expertise. The team is business-centric and has deep knowledge of the sectors they service.’
'The team is highly experienced at dealing with genuine corporate crises. They have established themselves as 'go to' practitioners in this field.'
'Michelle de Kluyver is one of the best partners working in the investigations space – highly analytical and blessed with superb forensic instinct. Neeta Chityal is a true rising star and one of the leading lights of her generation.'
Key clients
- Entain plc
- Applied Nutrition
- Global Loan Agency Services (GLAS)
- Unitel S.A.
Work highlights
Advised Entain Plc in its ground-breaking DPA with the CPS and HMRC.
Acting for Global Loan Advisory Services on sanctions compliance and advisory support in relation to several high-profile transactions.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Michelle de Kluyver
Other key lawyers
Polly Sprenger; Neeta Chityal; Harriet Territt; Matthew Worby; Ruth Paley