Facing a bribery allegation can be overwhelming and stressful, especially when you believe you have done nothing wrong. Our specialist bribery lawyers provide an expert legal defence to help clear your name and protect your future. With an outstanding track record of success, we offer strategic, compassionate representation, ensuring your rights are defended every step of the way.
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Understanding bribery allegations
Being accused of bribery can turn your life upside down in an instant. The worry about how it will affect your family, career, and reputation can be overwhelming. A conviction could result in serious consequences, including fines, imprisonment, and long-lasting damage to both your personal and professional reputation. A person can feel at a real disadvantage from the outset trying to remember events or locate documents for matters that took place months or years before.
The typical profile of a person investigated for bribery is unlikely to have had contact with law enforcement or the criminal justice system. This makes the whole thing daunting. Bribery cases are so specialist that you need expert bribery lawyers by your side. Their expertise will help ensure that no stone is left unturned and that every avenue of your defence is fully explored.
Bribery offences can be complex and difficult to defend
Facing bribery accusations can be an incredibly stressful experience with the uncertainty about your future a source of serious anxiety.
These allegations often happen in the workplace or community. This means you are exposed to the risk of isolation from colleagues. Bribery investigations can also be public affairs which can leave you feeling isolated.
The pressure on you but also your family can make it difficult to focus and even think clearly about what to do. Having a plan, even at an early stage of an investigation is really important, and without the right support. Investigators have usually made up their minds in advance, and take a cynical approach. The right legal team can help feel your voice is heard and change the narrative.
The right team can stop things spinning out of control
Bribery allegations are serious, but acting quickly and adopting the right strategy gives you the best chance of a successful defence. Early intervention by a specialist lawyer can make a huge difference to the outcome. By challenging the prosecution's evidence and presenting alternatives you can shift the balance in your favour. With skilled legal professionals on your side, there’s a real opportunity to protect your reputation, career, and freedom. This can mean reduced penalties, acquittals, or even having the case stopped before it gets to court.
A compasionate but clinical approach to get the result you need
Bribery allegations are serious, but taking swift action and having a clear strategy can greatly improve your chances of a positive outcome. Early intervention by a specialist lawyer can be crucial, as they can guide you through the legal process from the start, helping you understand the charges and the evidence being used against you.
Our specialist bribery lawyers have a strong track record in handling some of the most high-profile cases in UK history. We’ve successfully defended clients in major cases, including the largest Bribery Act prosecution in the UK, SFO v Unaoil, the Buckingham Palace Bribery case, and the first-ever prosecution under the Bribery Act, the last ever Sun newspaper 'Fake Sheikh' investigation and exposé
With the right legal support convictions can be avoided, penalties reduced, or even getting the charges dropped before trial. Acting swiftly is crucial to protect your reputation, career, and future.
How you can start to improve the situation now
Seek legal advice immediately. The sooner you get expert help, the better your chances of a positive outcome.
Do not speak to authorities without a lawyer. Anything you say could be used against you. Wait until you have legal representation.
Call us and speak to one of our expert Bribery Act lawyers. We don't charge to have a chat, and calling our experts are your best first option.
Gather any relevant documents. Financial records, emails, and other communications can be crucial to your defence.
Keep communication discreet. Avoid discussing your case with anyone outside of your legal team or support network
Try to stay calm and focused. The process is stressful, but we will guide you through every step, keeping you informed and supported.
Don’t destroy or hide evidence. Any attempt to hide or destroy potentially important evidence could have serious legal consequences
Don't attempt to speak to prosecution witnesses
Don’t delay - Ignoring the situation risks only making things worse.
No-tricks fixed-fee pricing
We can usually offer a fixed fee instalment plan so you can plan for the expense, and so you can fund your case in stages while it is continuing.
Private representation
Once we have an idea of what kind of case you are facing and what work that will be necessary, we will then be able to provide you with a fixed fee quote. This means that you know before you commit how much your case will cost.
What's included?
Frequently asked questions
How long will the process take
Criminal investigations can last days, weeks, or even months, depending on the case. The police and Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) control the timeline, as they decide whether to proceed with charges. Being proactive with them can sometimes help speed up the process, but there are no guarantees. As public bodies, the police and CPS are often under-resourced and, unfortunately, can be poorly managed. These systemic failings can lead to lengthy delays.
How will my case be funded?
If you’re charged or even under investigation with a Bribery Act offence, there are several ways to fund the case. It’s important to invest as much as your circumstances allow to give yourself the best chance of a positive outcome. Start by checking if you or your company has legal expenses insurance, often known as Directors and Officers Insurance (D&O). If that’s not available, your options are to fund the case privately or apply for legal aid. Private funding generally allows for more resources to be dedicated to your case, which is particularly helpful during the investigation stage. However, if the case goes to the Crown Court, private funding can become costly. Speak with your specialist bribery solicitors about managing fees in stages or whether legal aid might be a better fit. Even with legal aid, working with a skilled firm can still be effective, though you may need to contribute towards the costs through the Legal Aid Agency.
Why am I involved in a case with people I don't know?
It’s not uncommon for someone to find themselves involved in a criminal case alongside people they’ve never met. A conspiracy charge involves a plan to commit an offence with others. In bribery cases, you could be accused of being part of an arrangement, such as facilitating payments or actions, even if you didn’t know everyone involved. However, it’s important to remember that you cannot be convicted if you didn't know or suspect that bribery was taking place.
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