Fraud Recovery

Authorised Push Payment (APP) fraud often happens because people are persuaded they are making a genuine payment. Whether the fraud involves property transactions, investment opportunities, invoice fraud or sophisticated impersonation scams, acting quickly after discovering the loss may improve the options available to you.

Many victims of fraud believe nothing can be done once the money has left their account. The legal position is not always straightforward. We help you understand the circumstances of the payment, explain the options that may be available and advise on the most appropriate next steps based on your situation.

We begin by understanding how the fraud occurred and reviewing the available evidence. We consider the payments made, correspondence, banking information and any action already taken. We explain the legal options that may be available, liaise with banks and other organisations where appropriate, and advise on any further steps that may assist in protecting your position or pursuing recovery.

Fraud affecting a business can have consequences far beyond the immediate financial loss. It may interrupt trading, damage commercial relationships, expose weaknesses in internal controls and divert valuable management time. Early legal advice helps businesses assess the position and decide how best to respond.

When fraud is discovered, businesses often need to make important decisions quickly. Understanding what has happened, preserving evidence and considering the available legal options can all influence how the matter develops. We provide practical advice that helps businesses assess the situation, understand the legal implications and determine the next steps.

We review the circumstances surrounding the suspected fraud, examine the available documentation and discuss the immediate priorities. We advise on potential civil remedies, liaise with other professional advisers where appropriate and help coordinate the legal response. Where further action is required, we explain the available options and guide you through each stage of the process.

Recovering assets following fraud often depends on understanding where those assets have gone, what evidence is available and which legal remedies may be appropriate. Taking action promptly can help preserve options while the position is investigated.

Recovering assets is rarely as simple as identifying where the money has gone. The available evidence, the people involved and the steps taken immediately after the fraud may all affect the options available. We explain the practical considerations, discuss the likely process and help you understand the legal remedies that may be appropriate in your circumstances.

We gather the available evidence, review financial information and identify the legal options that may assist in tracing or recovering assets. Where appropriate, we work with forensic accountants, investigators and other professional advisers. Throughout the matter we explain the process clearly and keep you informed of developments as the case progresses.

Applications for freezing injunctions are exceptional remedies and require careful preparation. We assess whether this type of application may be appropriate, explain the legal requirements involved and advise on whether it is the right course of action in your circumstances.

Applications for urgent court orders require careful preparation and prompt action. They are not appropriate in every matter, and the court will expect detailed evidence before granting this type of relief. We explain whether this may be an option, discuss the practical implications and advise on the legal requirements before any application is made.

We review the available evidence, advise on whether an application may be appropriate and explain the legal requirements involved. If instructed to proceed, we prepare the necessary documentation, represent you throughout the court process and continue advising you on the wider claim following any interim order that is obtained.

Banking disputes arising from suspected fraud often involve complex factual and legal issues. Questions may arise about how payments were authorised, the steps taken before the transaction and the response of the financial institution. Understanding those issues is the first step towards assessing the available options.

Banking disputes often involve detailed factual and legal issues. The circumstances surrounding the payment, the steps taken by the account holder and the response of the financial institution may all be relevant. We review the position carefully, explain the issues involved and advise on the options available based on your particular circumstances.

We review the banking documentation, correspondence and chronology of events before advising on the legal position. Where appropriate, we correspond with the financial institution, advise on complaints procedures or legal claims and explain the practical steps involved throughout the matter.

Before deciding what legal action may be appropriate, it is often necessary to understand exactly what has happened. Establishing a clear chronology, preserving evidence and identifying those involved can help determine the most effective course of action.

Every fraud is different. Before deciding how to respond, it is important to understand the available evidence and the objectives you are seeking to achieve. We take time to review the circumstances, explain the legal issues and help you determine the most appropriate course of action based on the information available.

We discuss the events leading to the suspected fraud, review the documentation and identify any immediate action that may be required. We advise on preserving evidence, liaise with other professional advisers where appropriate and explain the legal options that may be available once the facts have been established.

Not every suspected fraud falls neatly into a recognised category. You may simply know that something does not seem right but be unsure whether fraud has occurred or what steps should be taken. Early legal advice can help clarify the position and identify the options that may be available.

Fraud often develops quickly and can leave people uncertain about what to do next. We provide clear, practical advice based on the information available, helping you understand the legal position and the options that may be open to you without making assumptions about the outcome.

We begin by listening to your circumstances and reviewing any available documentation. We explain the legal issues involved, identify any immediate steps that may be appropriate and discuss the available options. Where further work is required, we explain the likely process and agree the scope of our involvement before proceeding.