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Facing a criminal investigation conducted by a foreign legal body is more complicated than in your home country. With cultural and legal barriers and differences between the laws in different countries, working out what is required of you is difficult. Our international criminal defence team can help.
Experts in International Criminal Defence
Dealing with international crime requires specific disciplines and strong understanding of acts, such as the International Criminal Court Act (2001), the Criminal Justice Act 1988 and the Geneva Conventions Act (1957). Our experienced criminal solicitors hold proficient knowledge of these and how the law is applied across jurisdictions.
Defence Across Jurisdictions
Our international crime team is frequently asked to advise foreign nationals who are in the United Kingdom and are subject to investigations in other jurisdictions. This frequently involves consideration of complex Treaty arrangements between the United Kingdom and countries throughout the world.
A Vast Network of International Lawyers
Our expertise in this field coupled with our vast network of international lawyers enables us to provide high quality advice tailored to the individual needs of our clients. This advice is usually undertaken in collaboration with lawyers in the country where the investigation is being undertaken.
Highly Resourced
This area of law requires a multi-jurisdictional approach and the advantage of having an international network of lawyers ensures that seamless and high-quality advice from trusted professionals is always available.
What Areas of Law do we Cover?
The areas where we frequently advise in this area of criminal law are:
- War crimes
- National security issues
- Extradition
- European Arrest Warrant
- Mutual assistance in criminal cases
- Money laundering
- Complex international fraud cases
Our International Criminal Defence Services
International Criminal Defence
We offer criminal defence for criminal cases with an international component. From cases of arrests in European countries or financial crimes all the way to war crimes, our experts cover a wide case load. Whatever the crime, our strong defence strategies will get you the best outcome.
Extradition Solicitors
The extradition process is complex, and each case is different depending on the crimes and the jurisdiction. We can support individuals who are facing extradition from the UK or if your extradition has been requested by court in the UK. Contact us now to discuss your case.
Experts in Prisoner Repatriation
In addition, we are experts in the field of prisoner repatriation and regularly advise on the Treaty obligations that apply in this area. This involves a detailed understanding of how sentences are translated when prisoners are repatriated otherwise it can have unforeseen and adverse consequences for a particular client. Indeed, this area can lead to applications for judicial review, remission, pardons and renewed applications for leave to appeal to the Courts.
We have advised in connection with repatriation of prisoners to and from Ireland to Russia, Poland, Spain, Germany and we are currently advising in connection with a transfer to Greece.
Call Now for Immediate Legal Advice
If you would like us to act for you, please call our 24/7 helpline now on 01708 766155 or request a call back below.
Our Approach
Our aim is to help get your life back to normal and avoid the disrupt international criminal accusations can cause. We take an impartial view on international crime and provide factual advice based on years of experience international crime.
Our Work
We have been working for international clients for many years now across Europe and even as far as Russia. Using intel from previous cases we have built a wealth of knowledge we take into future cases. All our international defence strategies are tailored to your case and to achieve the best outcome.
Our Clients
We work with anybody who has been accused of a crime whether they are a UK national accused in another jurisdiction, or their extradition has been requested by courts in the UK.
