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Fraud Solicitors & Criminal Fraud Defence Lawyers

Expert legal representation for fraud and financial crime investigations across England and Wales. If you are facing allegations of fraud, an HMRC investigation, or a police interview under caution, our specialist fraud solicitors are available 24/7 to protect your rights and build your defence.

24/7 Availability
Police Station Representation
Legal Aid Available
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Our Fraud Defence Services

How Our Fraud Solicitors Can Help

From the moment you are contacted by the police or a regulatory agency, our criminal fraud defence lawyers provide comprehensive support at every stage.

Police Station Representation

Free legal advice and representation during any police interview under caution, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Pre-Charge Engagement

Early engagement with investigators and prosecutors to challenge the evidence before charges are brought, often leading to no further action.

Evidence Analysis

Detailed review of financial documents, digital evidence, and prosecution case papers to identify weaknesses in the Crown's case.

Crown Court Advocacy

Expert trial representation before judge and jury, including bail applications, abuse of process arguments, and robust cross-examination.

Confiscation Defence

Challenging POCA confiscation orders and restraint orders to protect your assets from disproportionate seizure under the Proceeds of Crime Act.

HMRC Investigations

Representation during Code of Practice 8 and Code of Practice 9 investigations, including the Contractual Disclosure Facility and negotiated settlements.

How We Work

Your Defence Starts Here

When you are facing a fraud investigation, knowing what to expect can make all the difference. Here is how our fraud solicitors will guide you through the process.

1

Initial Consultation

Call us for a free, confidential discussion. We will listen to your situation and advise you immediately on the best course of action.

2

Case Assessment

We conduct a thorough review of the evidence, identify weaknesses in the prosecution case, and develop a tailored defence strategy.

3

Robust Defence

We represent you at every stage: police interviews, pre-charge engagement, bail hearings, trial preparation, and Crown Court advocacy.

4

Resolution & Aftercare

Whether through acquittal, discontinuance, or the best possible sentence, we see your case through to its conclusion and advise on any ancillary orders.

Types of Fraud We Defend

Specialist Defence Across All Fraud Offences

Our fraud defence lawyers have extensive experience across the full spectrum of fraud and financial crime allegations. Click any area to learn more.

Fraud by False Representation

Section 2 Fraud Act 2006. Defending allegations of dishonest representations made for gain or to cause loss.

HMRC Tax Fraud & COP9

Code of Practice 8 and 9 investigations, tax evasion, VAT fraud, and HMRC criminal prosecutions.

Proceeds of Crime Act

Confiscation orders, restraint orders, cash seizure, and asset recovery under POCA 2002.

Conspiracy to Defraud

Common law conspiracy to defraud, multi-handed prosecutions, and complex financial crime cases.

Money Laundering

Defence against allegations under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, including acquisition, concealment, and transfer.

Benefit Fraud

DWP investigations, Universal Credit fraud, housing benefit fraud, and overpayment allegations.

Company & Director Fraud

Fraud by abuse of position, false accounting, fraudulent trading, and director disqualification proceedings.

Identity Fraud

Identity theft, document fraud, and impersonation offences investigated by police and specialist agencies.

Investment & Boiler Room Fraud

FCA investigations, boiler room scams, Ponzi schemes, and high-value investment fraud allegations.

Why Choose Us

Why Choose Woolfe & Co Fraud Solicitors

Choosing the right fraud solicitor is one of the most important decisions you will make. Here is what sets our criminal fraud defence team apart.

24/7 Availability

Our fraud solicitors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Fraud investigations do not keep office hours, and neither do we.

Specialist Expertise

Fraud law is a specialist field. Our lawyers focus exclusively on criminal defence and have deep expertise in fraud and financial crime cases.

Proven Track Record

We have successfully defended clients in complex, high-value fraud cases, including multi-handed conspiracies and SFO investigations.

Clear Communication

We explain complex legal and financial matters in plain English. You will always know where your case stands and what to expect next.

Legal Aid Available

Police station representation is free under legal aid. Crown Court representation may also be publicly funded, subject to means and merits testing.

Nationwide Coverage

Although based in Luton, our fraud defence lawyers represent clients across England and Wales, attending police stations and courts throughout the country.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about fraud solicitors and criminal fraud defence.

Related Services

Related Criminal Defence Services

Fraud cases often overlap with other areas of criminal law. Explore our full range of specialist defence services.

Speak to a Fraud Solicitor Today

If you are being investigated for fraud, have been asked to attend an interview, or have been charged, our criminal fraud solicitors are available now. Early legal advice can make all the difference. Contact Woolfe and Co for a free, confidential discussion.