Corporate Crime & Investigations
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 1
Contact number
+44 20 7374 8000Chambers Review
Herbert Smith Freehills enjoys a highly regarded practice providing effective advice on white-collar criminal matters. The team is sought out for a range of matters including sanctions, SFO investigations and alleged regulatory breaches, while wielding particular expertise in representing major corporations facing multi-jurisdictional corruption proceedings. It is also valued for its expertise in matters involving bribery and money laundering.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The partners and associates alike have superb technical ability and a detailed understanding of the practical implications of AML and sanctions laws and regulations for companies."
"Their ability to work across jurisdictions and bring a team together that is cohesive and has talent at all levels is impressive."
"The firm is capable of handling the most complex matters regarding international corporate crime and provides clients a first-rate service."
"The partners and associates alike have superb technical ability and a detailed understanding of the practical implications of AML and sanctions laws and regulations for companies."
"Their ability to work across jurisdictions and bring a team together that is cohesive and has talent at all levels is impressive."
"The firm is capable of handling the most complex matters regarding international corporate crime and provides clients a first-rate service."
Notable Practitioners
Susannah Cogman handles a vast range of investigations brought on by the SFO and FCA concerning allegations of bribery, corruption and conflicts of interest. She represents multinational corporations and financial institutions, with proven strength in cross-border matters.
"Susannah is a highly technical lawyer who acts as a real partner to tackle thorny issues. She's very solutions-focused."
"She's a market leader and expert."
"She's quite simply amazing. Words would not suffice to do Susannah justice!"