Acting for private individuals, senior company executives, and corporations, the ‘professional, conscientious, and compassionate’ team at ABV Solicitors provides a multidisciplinary offering, with notable expertise in serious fraud investigations. Deepak Vij is experienced in commercial and financial fraud cases, while Akhtar Ahmad is knowledgeable of regulatory matters, wealth orders, confiscation, and forfeiture proceedings. Robert Borwick handles murder, sexual offences, drug, and firearm offences, while Amirah Ajaz is another key team member,
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‘ABV are a fantastic law firm. The team are extremely dedicated. The financial crime team is especially fantastic.’
‘Amirah Ajaz has a forensic way of working and puts her all into cases. Robert Borwick, Akhtar Ahmad, and Deepak Vij are all great lawyers who are friendly, approachable, and really dedicated. ’
‘The team has been exceptional every step of the way, providing professional, conscientious, and compassionate guidance. Their expertise, combined with a genuine human touch, has made all the difference. A truly outstanding practice that prioritises both excellence and care.’
‘Sunita Mehta has been my primary contact at ABV and her professionalism has been exemplary. She has provided thoughtful recommendations and pragmatic solutions, guiding me through a challenging situation with both expertise and compassion. Despite the difficult circumstances, it has been a privilege to have Sunita Mehta as my solicitor and I am truly grateful for her support.’
Key clients
- Arena Television
- Operation United
- AOG Technics
Work highlights
Represented a company director in an SFO investigation into a £280 million fraud involving a TV production services company, investigated by the Serious Fraud Office.
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Practice head
Deepak Vij; Akhtar Ahmad
Other key lawyers
Robert Borwick; Amirah Ajaz; Fergus Harrington; Sunita Mehta