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Abbas is a Senior Solicitor, specialising in White Collar Crime, Asset Recovery and Sanctions. He has acted for high-net worth individuals, politicians, multi-national corporates, and quasi-state entities primarily in disputes where the underlying allegations are based on criminal conduct.
He has defended in investigations and prosecutions brought by the Serious Fraud Office, National Crime Agency, Financial Conduct Authority and extraterritorial prosecuting authorities such as Interpol. He has appeared before the High Court of Justice, Crown Court and Court of Appeal.
Abbas’ White Collar Crime practice includes acting for those facing prosecution for the most serious criminal allegations, including bribery & corruption, grave criminal offences and serious fraud. He has specialised in this area for over a decade, working with a number of boutique dispute practices in the City of London.
As a Certified Fraud Examiner, Abbas is specifically qualified to advise those that require specialist compliance advice and/or anticipate an impending investigation. This includes providing advice to multi-national companies, their directors and senior management, and quasi-state entities on:
Sanctions and Money Laundering compliance, including policy drafting
Dawn raids
Pre-charge representations in criminal investigations
Described by his clients as personable, focused and detail-orientated, Abbas is able to devise a clear strategy for his clients at the outset of a matter, often leading to their cases being resolved before proceedings are issued or charges brought against them.
Practice Areas
Abbas provides legal services in the most complex areas of law.
As a Certified Fraud Examiner,I am able to carry out internal investigations and advise individuals, businesses and charities on anti-money laundering (AML) and anti-bribery & corruption (ABC) due diligence and policy review, as well as represent them in substantive proceedings before the criminal courts. I can also assist with the prevention and detection of fraud and white collar crime.
I represent organisations in regulatory inquiries and assist those facing criminal liability. Where a case requires it, I will coordinate a team of lawyers representing individuals or organisations.
I have represented politicians, company directors, doctors, lawyers, accountants and other professionals who seek the best possible representation to robustly, but discreetly, safeguard their reputations and careers. I have an excellent record of securing alternative disposals to prosecutions.
Please note that all reserved legal activities, including conducting litigation and representation at Court, are provided through firms authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (“SRA”), and with whom I consult.
SAMPLE CASES
Some of the cases we have worked on recently
1
NCA v NA
Successfully represented accountant in allegations of money laundering, modern slavery and immigration offences, as well as cash seizure proceedings.
2
HMRC v GY & CY (Operation Fajita)
Representing individuals in allegations of large scale evasion of duty excise on tobacco products, and discharge/variation of Account Freezing Orders.
3
R v HA & Others
Representing individuals in allegations of Conspiracy to Pervert the Course of Justice, involving large number of fraudulently returned Notice of Intended Prosecution (“NIP”) tickets.
4
R v AA & Others
Represented lead defendant in large-scale cyber fraud operation.
5
R v MG
Successful defence in allegations of vehicle finance fraud.
6
R v PF (Operation Spitz)
MHRA prosecution concerning supply of unauthorised medicinal products.
7
R v RH & Others
Conspiracy to steal high value motor vehicles involving extensive use of cell site analysis and ANPR evidence (Operation Sherwin).
8
R v JP
Successfully represented television producer in allegations of historic, large value benefits fraud.
9
R v FR
Highly publicised death by dangerous driving.
10
R v PK & Others
38-handed conspiracy to supply firearms to undercover police officers in one of London’s largest undercover operations (Operation Peyzac).
11
R v NG
Robust defence of a 70 year old man in historic sexual abuse allegations, involving use of expert evidence of false and transferred memories. The prosecution were forced to discontinue their case.
12
R v A
Successful defence of foreign MP alleged to have committed high value, historic benefits fraud. The case involved forensic analysis of bank accounts, legal arguments concerning ‘ownership’ of capital, and the instruction of prominent benefits experts.
13
R v RK
Represented Barclays bank ‘insider’ in fraud and money laundering conspiracy.
14
DWP v P
Allegations of benefit fraud (undeclared work and capital) with the benefit overpayment amounting to c. £45k. A prosecution was avoided upon Abbas’ detailed written representations.
15
R v MR
Successful defence in allegations of possession with intent to supply high purity Class A drugs.
16
R v B & G
Successfully represented mother in ‘baby shaking’ allegations which included complex medical and legal arguments concerning causation.
17
R v O & O
Represented mother acquitted of ‘baby shaking’ allegations.
18
Sweden v SA
Extradition accusation warrant pertaining to large scale tax fraud.
19
Czech Republic v RB
European arrest warrant (EAW) issued by the Czech Republic in respect of fraud allegations from 2006. Extradition refused, finding that surrender would be oppressive, and an exceptionally severe interference with private and family life rights; as protected by Article 8 of the ECHR.
20
ML v Italy
Divisional Court appeal relating to whether the requesting state has flagrantly breached the Appellant’s fair trial rights under article 6 ECHR by convicting the Appellant at first instance while he was legitimately defending extradition proceedings.
21
R (SA) v HM Coroner for Bridgend (South Wales)
Representing the family of the deceased in a Judicial Review of the Coroner’s decision to order an invasive post-mortem based on arguments that the interference with the deceased’s body offended Convention rights, including the fundamental tenants of the religious beliefs of the family and the deceased. The case involved detailed consideration of the alternatives to an invasive post-mortem, including the use of CT/MRI scans, toxicological analysis and external examination.
22
GPhC v ZH
An appeal to the High Court concerning allegations heard by the GPhC Fitness to Practice Committee following a BBC Undercover Operation.
23
IM v TFL
Successful appeal to the Central Criminal Court against TFL’s decision to revoke private hire licence.
Client Testimonials
Client Testimonials
1/4
Although I wish our circumstances for meeting were different, I would recommend Abbas to anyone in need of legal assistance. He showed himself to be a perfect gentleman in both his demeanor and punctuality. Coupled with terrifying intellect, he immediately earned my respect.
Mr MN, Data Scientist
2/4
…I regularly communicate with lawyers regarding a number of different issues on a day to day basis. In all my years I can honestly say that I have never met a Solicitor as switched on, in terms of knowledge and tactical awareness, as Abbas.
Mrs NA, Accountant
3/4
Detailed and acutely aware of pre-litigation tactics that have made a real difference to the outcome of cases…
Mr Tanveer Qureshi, Barrister
4/4
Abbas is tenacious, very client focused…he leaves no stone unturned in the pursuit of justice for his clients.
Mr Neil Bateman, Welfare Rights & Social Policy Expert
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