With many of our clients subject of Restraint orders during and after criminal investigations, we have years of experience in assisting our clients in the management of the financial affairs in accordance with the Court Order.We successful represent clients in applications to have these Orders removed.
Whilst such orders are in place, we focus on providing our clients with assistance in the effective management of, often very complex, financial affairs whilst in compliance with the Court Orders. This work often involves management of related matters including civil claims, corporate management, property law and accountancy. We regularly work with financial advisors to compile a complete understanding of the clients financial history, often spanning decades of personal and corporate transactions.
During Confiscation Investigations, we successfully represent who clients who then have the burden of disproving assertions as to their current or previous assets. By moving quickly and decisively, we help ensure our clients – and their families – avoid the devastating losses that can occur after conviction.
Chambers and Partners 2025 says: "PCB Byrne has noted capabilities handling regulatory compliance, account freezing orders, pre-charge restraint orders and criminal and civil forfeiture as well as post-conviction confiscation proceedings. The firm regularly acts for defendants, third parties and court receivers".
Notable Experience
- Achieving the lifting of a Restraint Order two weeks after instruction.
- Achieving a £1 Confiscation Order when the asserted benefit was £4 million.