Matthew Frankland

Practice Areas

Matthew is a criminal law specialist with over 30 years’ experience in major criminal fraud trials and investigations. He handles a wide range of fraud cases, focusing on developing arguments which are designed to stop cases reaching charge or trial.

He is a founding partner of Byrne and Partners and PCB Byrne, Matthew has conducted numerous high-profile, multi-jurisdictional cases - including City fraud, bribery and corruption, tax, money laundering and competition cases. He has successfully defended cases brought by every major prosecuting authority and has developed an increasingly large practice of defending private prosecutions. In each of these disciplines, he has been recognised for his ability to deal with the specific pressures faced by high net worth individuals and people in the public eye.

Career

He has achieved long-standing recognition for his work, referred to as a ‘leader in his field’ in the directories for over 25 years. He is also listed in international directories as a leading crime specialist. He is one of a handful of lawyers to be ranked highly in both crime, proceeds of crime work and high net worth individuals.

Professional Memberships

FCA, Law Society.