Fraud work covers civil and regulatory matters arising from deceit, false representation or dishonest conduct intended to obtain money or property. A solicitor in this area helps clients trace and recover assets, review and respond to investigations, and pursue or defend claims of misrepresentation, conspiracy, or breach of fiduciary duty. They draft and plead in proceedings, obtain interim relief such as freezing orders and search warrants, coordinate with forensic experts, and engage with regulators in England.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
A solicitor handles the provisions, procedures and interactions that create risk and complexity in fraud cases: tracing and freezing assets, serving pleadings, managing disclosure and evidence, and negotiating settlements or trial strategies in High Court or county courts. They work with investigators, forensic accountants, and the Crown Prosecution Service or regulator bodies to advance or respond to claims.