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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- ‘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.’
- ‘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.’
Key clients
- Police Federation
- National Union of Teachers
Work highlights
Handled fraud prosecution proceedings against a man named on the UK’s most wanted list for many years.
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Daniel Bonich
Practice head
Catherine McCarthy; Daniel Bonich