Black & Co Solicitors advises and represents clients across the full range of money laundering and proceeds of crime matters. These cases frequently involve multi-agency investigations, cross-border banking analysisand the freezing or restraint of substantial assets prior to charge.
We act for individuals and corporate clients facing investigations and proceedings under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA), whether arising from allegations of fraud, drug conspiraciesor high-value business transactions.
Criminal Proceedings
We provide rigorous defence for individuals accused of substantive money laundering offences under Sections 327–329 of POCA, including:
Civil Recovery & Asset Restraint
Civil restraint and account freezing can immediately paralyse business operations and personal finances. We provide rapid intervention to vary or discharge restrictive orders, advising on:
Protecting Legitimate Assets
Early strategic action is paramount. Restraint orders are frequently obtained without notice. Our team acts immediately to scrutinise the evidential basis of the order, challenge necessity and proportionality, safeguard legitimate corporate fundsand prepare an unyielding defence.