Private Defence Solicitors for
Corporate Crime & Internal Investigations

Experienced Defence Advice for Businesses, Directors and Senior Executives

Corporate Crime, Internal Investigations & Regulatory Defence

Corporate and regulatory investigations can create significant legal and commercial exposure, often before the full scope of an allegation is known. For businesses, directors and senior executives, decisions made at the outset may influence not only the investigation, but also governance, reputation and ongoing commercial interests.

Libra Law Solicitors advises companies and individuals facing criminal, regulatory and enforcement scrutiny. We act in corporate crime matters, internal investigations and allegations involving misconduct, financial wrongdoing and regulatory breaches, providing strategic advice from the moment concerns arise.

These matters can involve extensive documentary and digital evidence, competing accounts and complex questions of corporate and individual responsibility. We establish the relevant facts, assess potential exposure and identify the issues requiring immediate attention, enabling important decisions to be made from an informed position.

Where an internal investigation is required, we provide independent legal input to establish what occurred, assess the significance of the findings and advise on the appropriate response. Where an external authority is involved, we advise on engagement with investigators, interviews, information requests and the management of the investigation as it develops.

We are particularly alert to situations in which the interests of a company, its directors and individual executives may diverge. Identifying potential conflicts at an early stage is essential, allowing separate representation to be arranged where necessary and ensuring that each client’s position is properly protected.

Our advice combines criminal defence expertise with an understanding of the environment in which businesses and senior individuals operate. We provide clear strategic direction where criminal law, regulation and commercial interests intersect, helping clients manage immediate legal risk while remaining alert to the wider consequences of every significant decision.

Call 24/7 for Immediate Legal Advice: London office: 0204 610 0807 or Oxford office: 01865 921 807

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Corporate Crime & Investigation Matters

We advise businesses, directors, senior executives, and professionals across all sectors facing corporate investigations, regulatory scrutiny, and allegations of misconduct where commercial interests, business operations, or reputation are at stake. 

We defend matters involving:

  • Corporate crime and misconduct allegations
  • Fraud, dishonesty and financial wrongdoing in a business context
  • Search warrants, dawn raids and document seizure matters
  • Internal investigations and workplace enquiries 
  • Regulatory investigations and enforcement action
  • Corporate criminal liability and compliance issues
  • Director, senior executive and employee allegations
  • Multi-agency and cross-regulatory investigations

Investigation & Regulatory Support

We advise clients throughout internal investigations and regulatory enquiries, helping them to respond to allegations, manage disclosure obligations and navigate the complex investigative process with confidence and legal judgement. 

We advise on:

  • Internal investigations and workplace enquiries
  • Interview preparation and information requests
  • Disclosure, document review and evidential concerns
  • Legal privilege and confidentiality issues
  • Regulatory engagement and response strategy
  • Evidence review and early case analysis
  • Representation before charging decisions
  • Regulatory and criminal exposure matters

Early Advice In Corporate Crime Matters

Early legal advice is often critical. We assess allegations, review the available evidence and advise on the issues likely to shape the course of an investigation before formal enforcement action is taken or regulatory decisions are made by authorities. 

We advise on:

  • Immediate advice following investigation or regulatory contact
  • Preparation before the interview or questioning
  • Internal investigations and workplace enquiries
  • Early review of evidence and documentation
  • Interview under caution matters
  • Disclosure, communications and evidential concerns
  • Early assessment of legal options
  • Preparation for proceedings and regulatory action

Corporate Crime Defence Representation

We represent businesses and individuals under investigation in corporate crime investigations and criminal proceedings, presenting their cases with clarity and protecting their commercial and  professional interests at every stage. 

We represent clients in:

  • Internal investigations and workplace enquiries
  • Regulatory investigations and enforcement matters
  • Interview preparation and legal representation
  • Criminal investigations and pre-charge matters
  • Magistrates’ Court proceedings and hearings
  • Crown Court preparation and defence strategy
  • Trial proceedings, appeals and post-conviction advice
  • Director and senior executive representation
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Discreet & Confidential

We provide discreet and confidential advice when  investigations, business interests, regulatory scrutiny, or reputation are at risk.

Regulatory & Corporate Investigations

We advise business directors and professionals on commercially sensitive investigations that require careful handling and experienced legal oversight. 

Nationwide Representation

We represent clients across England & Wales, providing expertise in corporate crime and internal investigations from our Oxford and London offices.

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24 / 7 Legal Advice

Immediate legal advice can be critical following regulator contact, interview requests, search warrants, dawn raids or internal investigations. 

FAQs

What is corporate crime?
Corporate crime involves allegations of criminal wrongdoing by a company, its directors, officers or employees. It can include offenses such as fraud, bribery, money laundering, false accounting, tax offenses, and breaches of financial or regulatory laws.
What is an internal investigation?
An internal investigation is a confidential inquiry conducted by a business, often following allegations of misconduct, regulatory concerns, or suspected criminal activity. Its purpose is to establish the facts, assess legal risk, and determine the appropriate course of action.
When should legal advice be obtained?
Legal advice should be sought as soon as concerns arise or an investigation is anticipated. Early involvement allows your solicitor to protect legal privilege, advise on strategy, and help minimise legal, regulatory, and reputational risk.
Can directors be personally liable?
Yes. Directors, senior executives, and other individuals may face personal criminal or regulatory liability where they are alleged to have been involved in, authorised or failed to prevent wrongdoing.
Can investigations involve multiple authorities?
Yes. Corporate investigations may involve several agencies, including the police, regulatory bodies, HMRC, the Serious Fraud Office, or overseas authorities. Coordinated legal representation is often essential where multiple investigations run simultaneously.
Can a corporate investigation affect business operations or reputation?
Yes. Investigations can have significant consequences for a business, including operational disruption, regulatory action, financial losses, and damage to commercial relationships and reputation. Early legal advice can help manage these risks and protect the interests of both the business and its directors.

Why Instruct Libra Law Solicitors for

Corporate Crime Investigations?

When a business, director or senior executive comes under scrutiny, decisions can have consequences extending well beyond the investigation itself. Effective representation requires an understanding of legal exposure alongside the commercial, professional and reputational environment in which those decisions are made.

Libra Law Solicitors provides independent, commercially aware advice when the position may be complex and information incomplete. We identify immediate priorities, anticipate potential risks and provide clear strategic direction, including where the interests of a company and those of its directors or executives may diverge.

Discretion and sound judgement are fundamental to our approach. We understand the responsibilities carried by senior individuals and the sensitivity of matters capable of attracting regulatory, internal or external scrutiny. Our role is to provide the clarity and strategic oversight needed to make informed decisions while protecting our client’s position and wider interests.

Speak to a Corporate Crime Solicitor

Corporate investigations and regulatory scrutiny require careful handling from the outset. If your business, directors or senior management team are facing an investigation, enforcement action or criminal allegations, obtaining specialist legal advice at an early stage can be critical. Contact Libra Law Solicitors for free initial advice.

Call 24/7 for Immediate Legal Advice: London office: 0204 610 0807 or Oxford office: 01865 921 807

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Libra Law
71–75 Shelton Street
Covent Garden
London
WC2 9JQ

Libra Law
Prama House
262 Banbury Road
Summertown
Oxford
OX2 7HT

01865 921807
020 4610 0807

private.crime@libralaw.co.uk

Libra Law Solicitors is a Limited Company registered in England and Wales under company number: 16582164

VAT Registration Number: 517475672

Authorised and Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under SRA ID Number: 8012891