Clarke Kiernan LLP Solicitors houses an ‘extremely thorough and tireless’ team with expertise in fraud, crime, prison law, and civil liberties. The firm is also recognised for its role in trafficking and smuggling cases, a speciality of Daniel Bonich, who acts as co-head of the team. Bonich represents both individual and corporate clients in civil litigation, with a particular focus on money laundering, fraud, drug trafficking, and complex confiscation proceedings. Also co-head of the firm, Catherine McCarthy frequently advocates for professionals such as teachers, doctors, and lawyers, as well as vulnerable individuals.
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‘Clarke Kiernan provides an outstanding service to individuals facing criminal investigation and prosecution, particularly in fraud matters. It is one of the best firms in the region. Although a provincial firm, it often defends in cases involving London firms and provides excellent service at provincial rates, punching well above its weight.’
‘Based in Kent, Clarke Kiernan provide a level of service that clients expect from West End and City firms. Also, they provide that level of service however small or large the case, maintaining a close relationship with their clients throughout and putting them at ease.'
‘Daniel Bonich is dedicated, meticulous, and has extensive and up to date knowledge of many areas of law and criminal law and procedure in particular. He explores any and every avenue that might legitimately assist his lay client, very often on his own initiative. In short, he provides an outstanding service and it is always a pleasure to work for him.’
‘This is the criminal defence firm which is most highly regarded in the area. it has a reputation for providing an excellent service to clients, and instructing the best barristers to do so.’
‘Daniel Bonich has a top reputation as a criminal defence solicitor. I have worked with him and found him to be focused, client-centric, and determined to achieve the best results, while maintaining a clear and realistic relationship with his clients.’
‘Daniel Bonich’s reputation for knowledge and experience is very well earned. The whole team at Clarke Kiernan are just exceptional. ’
Key clients
- Police Federation
- National Union of Teachers
- Unison
- Police Federation of Wales
- South Eastern Water
Work highlights
Handled fraud prosecution proceedings against a man named on the UK’s most wanted list for many years.
Handled Proceeds of Crime Act proceedings for a man charged as part of the largest VAT fraud ever prosecuted by West Midlands Police.
Represented a man accused of money laundering.
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Catherine McCarthy
Practice head
Catherine McCarthy; Daniel Bonich