UK Bar
POCA Work & Asset Forfeiture - All Circuits
Simon Farrell KC has particular expertise in money laundering, corporate crime and tax fraud cases, all of which inform his POCA practice. His expertise covers all stages of POCA work, from restraint and receivership elements through to trial and confiscation, enforcement and asset recovery. He is experienced at representing POCA enforcement agencies, and has recently acted before the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court.
Strengths
"Calm and confident, Simon has an excellent manner. He is very good at putting the clients at ease in what can be intensely stressful situations for them."
"Simon Farrell KC is a real specialist in POCA. He has extremely thorough and detailed knowledge."
Financial Crime - London (Bar)
Simon Farrell KC has proven skill in financial crime and POCA (Proceeds of Crime Act) cases, and acts for the prosecution as well as the defence. He is a well-practised appellate advocate, having argued before the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court in key precedent-setting matters.
Strengths
"Simon is very responsive and thoughtful."
