Planning Enforcement and the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002
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I am a specialist criminal and regulatory lawyer who defends companies, directors, professionals and individuals facing investigation and prosecution. I also provide regulatory and licensing advice, corporate governance advice and in house training for companies, including witness training.
I was called to the Bar in 1996, became a Solicitor in 1998 and a Solicitor Advocate (criminal) in 2005. I have more than 25 years’ experience as a criminal and regulatory litigator and advocate.
I joined Tees in March 2025 after a posting as Public Solicitor on the British Overseas Territory of Saint Helena.
I prosecuted for more than ten years for the Health and Safety Executive and have substantial experience in fatal accident cases and cases with a high degree of technical complexity, including offshore and explosives matters. I defend prosecutions and enforcement action brought by the HSE, Environment Agency, Insolvency Agency, ICO, CQC, and professional regulatory bodies and act in all general criminal and driving matters. I have a particular interest in offences involving computer misuse and I hold a Master’s degree in Computer and Communications Law.
“Being arrested or subject to investigation can be a highly stressful and distressing experience. I enjoy being able to support and reassure clients, guiding them through the process whilst endeavouring to obtain the best possible outcome.”
Very in-depth knowledge and much depth to the team. The advice is always on point with due consideration given to cost:benefit analysis.
I speak German, and in my spare time, I write modern gothic short stories and novels.
The recent headline “Court tells restaurant owners to pay out £2.5m confiscation order and seizes their passports over unlawful extractor
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