McCormicks has expertise across the full spectrum of criminal and regulatory matters, ranging from motoring offences to serious crimes such as murder and homicide. The firm has particular focus on cases involving historic sexual abuse, drug conspiracies, HMRC investigations, and corporate manslaughter. The Harrogate-based practice is led by the ‘excellent’ Peter Minnikin, who specialises in serious cases involving drugs, murder, and sexual offences. Mark Fowler, described as a ’standout lawyer’, is noted for his work on large-scale HMRC, VAT, and income tax fraud cases.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Mark Fowler is a particular stand out lawyer for HMRC investigations. His approach is hands-on and is directly involved at every stage of a case. In matters of restraint and confiscation, he has had success in cases with values in 8 figures. He seems to be involved in every big ticket revenue case nationally.'
- ‘Peter Minnikin leads a great team of experts in the field of crime and fraud. Peter is an excellent lawyer and as a group they get the best results for their clients. Their instructions to counsel are always helpful and well thought out.’
- ‘McCormicks are a firm of excellent, driven and committed solicitors. McCormicks are steady, reliable and effective solicitors who are dependable and consistently go the extra mile for their clients. They are a solid set of individuals.'
- ‘Peter Minnikin is an excellent lawyer who always goes the extra mile.'
- ‘One of the top fraud and financial crime departments outside London. Regionally they are a crime and fraud powerhouse. Known for acting in the most important and complex trials each year.’
- ‘Mark Fowler and Peter Minnkin are both excellent. Mark has an unrivalled knowledge of VAT frauds. He is a leading expert in this field. Peter is an extremely good all round criminal lawyer. Peter has an excellent manner with clients.'
Key clients
- Aston Villa FC
- Leeds United FC
- Professional Games Match Officials Ltd
- City Football Group Ltd
- Dawsongroup PLC
Work highlights
Advising Leeds United FC in a range of regulatory and criminal matters, for the club, management, coaches, and players.
Acting City Football Group, the parent group of Manchester City Football club, in relation to health and safety legislation and other regulatory matters.
Advising Dawsongroup PLC in relation to all regulatory road traffic matters.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Peter Minnikin
Other key lawyers
Brian Nuttney; Mark Fowler