Revenue & Tax Fraud

The firm has significant and long running experience of representation in diversion fraud cases involving wines, spirits, beers, cigarettes and other goods in relation to both inward and outward diversion fraud relating to dutiable goods. Such prosecutions, brought by HMR&C, are detailed and complex, often involving lengthy investigations and prosecutions including applications under POCA.

Since 2003 the practice has been providing advice and representation to several clients in respect of the Metropolitan Police Investigation (Operation Gestalt) which centres on the investigation and prosecution of cases by HMC&E involving approximately 50 diversion fraud case prosecutions having some involvement in the movement of goods through the London City Bond.

Diversion fraud enquiries may involve the owners of the goods, their professional agents, the operators of storage facilities, including bonded warehouses, and hauliers and their drivers involved in the movement of goods.

This firm is repeatedly asked to assist clients who have already, at some time, during the course of an investigation or Court proceedings instructed Solicitors.  We are used to dealing with such enquiries and advising as to the transfer of a case from previous Solicitors to this practice.  It is important to those the subject of an investigation or prosecution, that they are confident in the Solicitors that they instruct and that they consider those that act for them are doing everything they possibly can to assist.

We offer free initial legal advice, either over the phone, via e-mail or face to face if required. Please contact us using the Contact Us link or by asking our solicitors a question using the simple form above. Our initial advice is free.  You can also contact us via e-mail, text message or by telephoningus on 0800 988 5124.

• MTIC or Carousel Fraud
• Diversion Fraud
• Revenue & Tax Fraud

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