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Nicola Finnerty
Legal 500 UK 2021
Kingsley Napley has been expert in the field of white collar crime and fraud defence for more than 50 years. The firm has an unrivalled reputation and one of the largest, most experienced and respected teams in the City.
We act for companies and individuals subject to investigation and prosecution by agencies including the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), City of London Police, Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), Insolvency Service and the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). Some of our lawyers have worked for these organisations in the past, so have knowledge of the process from both sides of the fence. We are also regularly instructed in multi-jurisdictional investigations conducted by overseas agencies such as the US Department of Justice (DoJ) and FBI. We also act as independent legal advisers for witnesses.
Kingsley Napley can assist at all stages of the criminal defence process, from arrest, detention, interviews under caution or attendance at compelled interviews, to conducting internal investigations, advising whether to self-report to the authorities, negotiating settlements right through to supporting clients during criminal trials.
We have a long track record of defending and advising in bribery and corruption investigations, acting for both individuals and corporates. Find out more about how our specialist bribery and corruption lawyers can help.
Defending complex serious fraud cases successfully is where we have an unparalleled track record. Find out how our specialist fraud lawyers can help.
The UK’s anti-money laundering (AML) regime is amongst the most stringent. We represent both individuals and organisations in AML matters. Find out more about how our lawyers can help.
Corporate crime is under the spotlight more now than ever before with an increasing appetite for corporate prosecutions. Find out more about how our specialist corporate crime lawyers can help.
When an individual or company is faced with a criminal or regulatory investigation we manage every step of the process. Find out more about how our expert investigations lawyers can help.
A tax investigation by Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) could have serious implications for you and your business. Find out more about how our tax investigations lawyers can help.
Our top ranked cartels team is extremely well placed to provide advice to individuals and companies who are caught up in cartel activity. Find out more about how our specialist cartel lawyers can help.
Recent years have seen considerable growth in this practice area, following the introduction of new measures designed to tackle illicit finance and the increased attention of enforcement agencies. Find out more about how our proceeds of crime team can help.
We have extensive experience in representing individuals who have become embroiled in insider dealing investigations. Find out more about how our insider dealing team can help.
Whether allegations of criminal wrongdoing are against a company or an individual we understand the pressures and consequences involved. Clients want a trusted adviser who can identify the best strategy, mount a robust defence and guide them through the process.
Our experience spans the most high-profile cases in recent years through to advice on matters less in the public eye, and covers work for corporates and individuals in cases involving allegations of bribery and corruption, fraud or tax evasion as well as associated proceeds of crime issues.
Despite the well-rehearsed resourcing issue within UK law enforcement agencies, investigations into serious white collar, fraud and corporate criminal offences are on the increase. Without exception, the relevant agencies have extensive legislative and enforcement powers at their disposal, not to mention ambitious enforcement plans, making them forces to be reckoned with.
We help clients navigate through the intricacies of the legislation that underpins criminal enforcement action: not just the various offences, but also the rules governing the conduct of investigations, such as those concerning search and seizure and disclosure, where the origins of successful defences are often found. We also have an in-depth knowledge of agencies’ priorities and current focus. What really sets us apart, however, is our skill in providing both strategic and practical advice which helps us to secure the best possible outcome for our clients.
They have an excellent reputation, they have a very broad team and they have strength in depth."
Chambers UK 2020 - A Client's Guide to the UK Legal Profession
Kingsley Napley straddles the overlap between financial services and financial crime."
Legal 500 UK 2020
Straddles the overlap between contentious regulatory work and financial crime."
Chambers UK 2020 - A Client's Guide to the UK Legal Profession
Very good at litigation and have a fantastic reputation in the white-collar world."
Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide, 2019
Absolutely well suited for handling litigation for a high net worth client base."
Chambers and Partner High Net Worth Guide, 2019
Kingsley Napley always provides a high-level service to clients."
Chambers and Partners, 2019
The firm has very good criminal lawyers with strength and depth throughout the department."
Chambers and Partners, 2019
They pick up some fantastic work, they have some fantastic clients and they have a skill of trying to get rid of matters before they go too far."
Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2018
An absolute superfirm."
Chambers and Partners, 2018
I believe their strength lies in their meticulous attention to detail and the intelligence of the individuals employed by that firm. I could not imagine a better law firm."
Chambers and Partners, 2018
The first firm I would think of when I represent a company and want an individual covered."
Chambers and Partners, 2018
They have extremely good judgement when it comes to criminal matters. They have vast experience in crime at all levels - whether it's financial or something with a regulatory dimension or a civil dimension, they can deal with it and provide all round advice."
Chambers UK
It is an excellent firm - the level of preparation for cases is just fantastic."
Chambers UK, A Clients Guide to the UK Legal Profession
They are determined to do the best for their clients at all times and leave absolutely no stone unturned. It is a brilliant defence firm."
Chambers UK, A Clients Guide to the UK Legal Profession
The criminal litigation department at Kingsley Napley LLP continues to ‘hold its own against the Magic Circle firms’."
Legal 500
Kingsley Napley is pre-eminent at what it does: high-end, complex criminal work for high-profile individuals."
Chambers UK, A Clients Guide to the UK Legal Profession
Multi-disciplinary, multi-jurisdictional, high profile, long established practice, perhaps the most famous firm in the field."
Legal 500 UK 2021
They have a fantastic team."
Chambers UK 2021
A highly competent and experienced team, who can turn their hands to anything in this sector.”
Legal 500 UK 2021
Always a strong, gold star firm."
Chambers UK 2021
One of the premier white-collar defence teams in London."
Legal 500 UK 2020
Regarded as one of the best financial crime firms."
Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2020
They have an excellent reputation, they have a very broad team and they have strength in depth."
Chambers UK 2020 - A Clients guide to the UK Legal Profession
Nicola Finnerty
Nicola Finnerty
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