Tax: Contentious: Fraud
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 1
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Provided by Corker Binning
Corker Binning’s tax fraud lawyers have an impressive track record for our work in HMRC investigations and our defence of some of the largest and most complex prosecutions brought by the Revenue and Customs division of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).
In addition to our tax fraud defence we work closely with accountants to advise on administrative civil settlements using the route most suitable to the case. In every case we consider whether a criminal case can be diverted away from prosecution to a civil settlement. In these cases, tax and penalties will be paid in exchange for an immunity from prosecution.
We also have expertise of acting for professional clients and businesses caught up in investigations by HMRC or the Revenue and Customs division of the CPS. For example, our tax fraud lawyers have advised both individuals and institutions in the financial services sector who have been compelled by statutory powers to provide information to HMRC.
Chambers Review
Corker Binning is a highly respected defence firm in financial crime matters with a specialism in handling tax fraud allegations. The firm is experienced in representing individuals and companies in significant HMRC investigations. The team has notable expertise in Code of Practice 9 cases.
Work Highlights
- Corker Binning represented Bernie Ecclestone in his HMRC/CPS tax fraud prosecution.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They have a really good knowledge and understanding of criminal matters and due process. They are discreet and keep things confidential."
"They have a really good knowledge and understanding of criminal matters and due process. They are discreet and keep things confidential."
Notable Practitioners
Jessica Parker is a senior partner at Corker Binning. She represents clients, such as high net worth individuals and senior executives, in fraud investigations relating to money laundering and tax evasion.
"Jessica has the most incredibly calm, poised presentations that instil absolute confidence in the client."
"She is a go-to for any complex white-collar matter. She is a really experienced criminal litigator."
Andrew Smith has strength in handling highly complex matters relating to claims of tax evasion and Code of Practice 9 investigations. He regularly advises both corporate and third-sector clients.
"Andrew is a cerebral lawyer."
"He approaches criminal defence like surgery."
"Andrew is my go-to for corporate crime matters. His ability to defuse difficult situations and get the best out of situations is why I use him."
"Andrew is a bright, academic criminal lawyer with great judgement."