Fraud

We have built a commanding reputation as a leading Criminal Defence Practice in England.

We specialise in the defence of all types of serious fraud, money laundering and other complex crime matters representing clients all across England and Wales.

At Ashmans we maintain a pro-active defence stance in large scale, highly complex fraud cases that often cross international jurisdictions The key to our success is being able to build teams and matching the best legal expertise to our clients requirements to ensure effective defence preparation.

Being accused and arrested of any crime can be daunting and extremely stressful. However, at Ashmans we try and make the process as simple and painless as possible.

We are available 24 hours a day and can discuss your case. We are also available on the weekends and can arrange a Conference with our clients at an appropriate location.

Our reputation in areas of serious crime and complex fraud has resulted in Ashmans being recommended by many other professionals such as accountants and other legal firms.

Our highly skilled defence team include experienced Criminal Defence Fraud Solicitors, dedicated and experienced caseworkers, expert and highly respected barristers within the legal profession, In addition to this we also have excellent relationships with nationally recognised defence forensic accountants, computer data analysts, handwriting experts, in ensuring that no stance is left unturned in exploring ways in which to protect our clients interests.

Confidentiality is of paramount importance

Rumours can damage an individuals reputation and especially that of a business with catastrophic consequences sometimes. That is why we have a strict confidentiality process in all matters that we deal with.

Often in complex fraud and other complex crime matters attempts by the Prosecution are made to request Restraining Orders on an individual and or their business, This happens even where the individual concerned is yet to be charged with an offence, in some instances charges may not be brought for many months and even up to 2 years. This can have a profound and devastating effect on the individuals business.

At Ashmans due to our pro-active stance we will not merely wait for the Prosecution to build their case around our client.

Prevention is always better than a cure.

Don't wait to be arrested and interviewed under caution, seek advice as soon as you become aware take immediate action and call us.

At Ashmans Solicitors we recognise that complex crime more often than not involves voluminous amounts of evidence, technical and forensic data and a multitude of Defendants.

At Ashmans Solicitors our dedicated complex crime team has the experience and expertise to trawl through the evidence and be able to prepare a robust defence case.

We hold vast amounts of experience and expertise in complex crime matters such as:

  • conspiracy to defraud insurance companies,
  • money laundering
  • mortgage fraud
  • banking fraud
  • carousel fraud (vat/imtic fraud)
  • boiler room fraud
  • fraud by false accounting
  • insider dealing fraud
  • counterfeit fraud
  • identity fraud
  • benefit  fraud

Our dedicated complex crime team have the experience of dealing in cases with multiple jurisdictions and high profile cases involving jurisdictions in Dubai, China, Hong Kong, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Holland and many eastern European countries.


Legal Aid

Almost all clients qualify for state funded legal aid and we will assist our client to arrange legal aid.

In certain instances however, depending on the clients financial position full legal aid may not be available and a monthly contribution may be required.

In the situation where legal aid is not available due mostly to a clients financial position, Ashmans Solicitors can offer a variety of terms in respect of legal fees.