John Veale

Practice Areas

John Veale is a highly respected Partner, the Head of the Regulatory team at KANGS, and brings a wealth of legal expertise to the firm. A versatile legal litigator, John is known for his extensive experience in defending clients facing complex financial crime allegations, as well as for his specialist knowledge in regulatory matters and tax litigation.

Areas of Expertise

Regulatory Law: As the leader of the firm’s Regulatory Team, John advises corporations, financial institutions and individuals on regulatory compliance and investigations, navigating the complexities of regulatory frameworks. He frequently represents clients before regulatory bodies including the Health & Safety Executive, Environment Agency, Trading Standards and Local Authorities amongst others, ensuring effective defence against enforcement actions.

Financial Crime: With vast experience in white-collar crime defence, John has successfully represented clients in high-profile investigations and prosecutions involving fraud, money laundering, bribery, and corruption. His strategic approach and deep understanding of financial regulations has enabled him to achieve an ever-growing list successful outcomes.

Tax Litigation: A recognised specialist in tax disputes (including VAT, Kittel & MTIC), John regularly advises clients in contentious tax matters, including disputes with HMRC. He has a proven track record in defending clients in complex tax litigation, from tribunal hearings to courts.

Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) & Asset Forfeiture: John has considerable expertise in asset forfeiture matters under POCA, representing clients in cases involving confiscation orders, restraint orders, and the recovery of assets. His detailed knowledge of POCA ensures that clients facing asset seizure or forfeiture receive robust and comprehensive defence.

Sexual Offences: John undertakes a wide range of serious criminal defence work, with a focus on cases involving sexual offences, particularly historic allegations. He has played a key role in defending clients facing charges as part of 'Operation Yewtree,' the high-profile Metropolitan Police investigation into historic sexual offence allegations against prominent media personalities.

A strategic thinker and skilled litigator, John is known for his meticulous approach to case preparation. He is highly regarded for his problem-solving skills and his ability to deliver considered advice, even in the most complex regulatory and criminal cases. His deep understanding of financial crimes, combined with an expertise in tax law, positions him as a leading authority in his field.