Expertise
Martin is a specialist in civil fraud having acted in many substantial matters for both Claimants and Defendants.
Martin is a key member of the Fraud Defence Group and has particular experience in advising Defendants who are engaged in high profile civil proceedings at the same time as being under the investigation or scrutiny of both domestic and international prosecution, tax and regulatory agencies and authorities.
On the Claimant side, Martin is experienced in all aspects of civil proceedings and has particular expertise in multi-jurisdictional enquiries involving (amongst others) the investigative authorities of many overseas territories.
Key Experience and Clients
- Acted for the former Finance Director of the collapsed “Versailles” trade finance house defending claims in excess of £50m
- Acted for the former Chief Executive and the former Finance Director of the collapsed metals trader “RBG Resources” defending claims in excess of £350m
- Acted in the investigation carried out by a substantial Middle Eastern aluminum producer coordinating the international investigation of allegations of fraud and money laundering involving tens of millions of dollars and spread across a number of jurisdictions including Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Luxembourg, The British Virgin Islands, The Bahamas, Jersey and the Isle of Man
- Acted in the successful defence of fraud allegations involving an alleged international property investment scheme
- Acted in numerous cases obtaining and defending freezing orders, search orders and other injunctive remedies
- Advising individuals subject to HMRC tax investigations
Professional Memberships
- Formerly Publicity Secretary for the Young Fraud Lawyers Association (YFLA)
- Member of the London Criminal Courts Solicitors Association
- Co-founder of Mishcon de Reya’s Criminal Law Panel
Career History
2006 |
Senior Associate, Mishcon de Reya |
| 2003 |
Partner, Orchard Solicitors |
| 2000 |
Assistant, Orchard Solicitors |
Languages
Conversational French and Spanish.
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