Professional Discipline Investigations "Completely dedicated to obtaining the best possible results for clients." Legal 500 Professional Discipline 2025 "Constantine Law is a highly regarded firm for criminal and regulatory investigations work. The team is extremely adept at advising individuals facing internal investigations, as well as investigation by the FCA, SFO and PRA, to name just a few " — Chambers 2026 If you think you may need to report a matter to your professional discipline regulator or are under investigation then we can help. Our team of experts help regulated professionals in any sector with particular expertise in financial services, legal, accountancy and actuarial, and healthcare. It’s important to get advice early on – if possible, we like to be brought in early when there is an internal investigations or regulatory notification so we are able to set a strategy to reduce the risk of investigation and matters deteriorating. Allegations about misconduct, integrity or behaviours are reputationally damaging, at risk of being career limiting or even career ending. At worst, they can also have the ability to lead to criminal investigation and prosecution. We are very experienced in advising professionals, and their employers, when regulators have concerns. We have a measured approach and want to avoid protracted legal or regulatory proceedings. Historically investigations were often for criminal offence allegations or misconduct in terms of breaking your profession’s regulatory code. Increasingly internal and regulatory investigations arose through whistle-blowing allegations of bullying, gaslighting, harassment, discrimination and #metoo. We draw on our insight and experience of these issues in the employment law setting to inform our strategy and advice. We ask our employment or criminal lawyers to advise with us particularly if there is a risk of disciplinary proceedings or the allegation is of underlying criminal conduct. Our Experience Represented an actuary under investigation by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries regarding an allegation of misconduct during an internal investigation. Complaints not upheld Represented senior official in police force against allegations of misconduct and human rights breaches subject to internal investigation procedures. Complaints not upheld. Represented partner of international law firm subject to Solicitors Regulation Authority investigation for allegations of dishonesty. Investigation discontinued. Acted for financial services professional before Regulatory Decisions Committee at FCA for allegations of lack of integrity and dishonesty. Advised accountancy firm in relation to ICAEW investigations before Audit Registration Committee. Advised Insolvency Practitioner in relation to ICAEW investigation before Investigation Committee. Acted for solicitors in proceedings before the SRA who also faced parallel criminal investigation or prosecution for mortgage fraud. Advised a law firm, and its managing director, under investigation for potential breaches of the SRA Code of Conduct accounts rules. Represented a dentist in fitness to practice proceedings before the General Dental Council (GDC). Advised a tax advisory practice in disciplinary proceedings before the Tax Disciplinary Board (TDB) concerning alleged breaches of professional competence. Represented senior member of staff at the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) in respect of a re-investigation into a death in custody investigation. Advised individuals seeking to reverse HMRC’s decision to revoke their standing as ‘fit and proper’ persons for the purpose of being able to be directors of a money transfer business. Funding We can discuss the funding options, the proposed scope of work and budget with you. Depending on the situation, you should check whether you have any legal expenses insurance (for example under professional indemnity, Directors’ & Officers’ or household insurance policies) or consider whether a third party, such as an employer, will contribute to your legal fees (eg under an indemnity). Contact It’s important to get specialist advice as early as possible. Get in touch and find out how we can help you: Contact the team

Rachel Quickenden Rachel is an experienced lawyer, specialising in complex white collar crime, general crime and regulatory matters. She advises and defends individuals and corporations who are subject to investigation or prosecution and has extensive experience of dealing with the police, Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), Serious Fraud Office (SFO), US Department of Justice (DOJ) and a variety of regulators. Position Senior Consultant Contact rachel.quickenden@constantinelaw.co.uk +44 (0) 7711 078507 Rachel is praised for her calm, personable manner and for providing exceptional client care. Rachel has acted in a number of high-profile cases, and her recent cases include: Defending in the prosecution of Barclays Bank and a number of its executives. The case against her client was dismissed. Acting for an individual who was prosecuted as part of Operation Amazon, a case brought by HMRC (then the CPS) in relation to a carbon credit scheme with alleged intended losses of around £110m. Defending an individual prosecuted as part of a conspiracy in a carbon credit MTIC fraud, to the value of £39m. Advising a number of traders throughout investigations by banking institutions and authorities, as part of the foreign exchange and EURIBOR investigations Advising an individual in relation to the recent inquiry into the 1989 Hillsborough disaster. Advising in relation to the investigation into the Shoreham Air Crash. Acting for a number of Pakistani politicians in an investigation into alleged money laundering. Before joining Constantine, Rachel previously worked in a top-tier, boutique London firm, specialising in business crime, general crime and regulatory matters. Rachel qualified as a chartered legal executive in 2011 and cross-qualified as a solicitor in 2017. Rachel is adept in advising clients accused of conspiracy to defraud, conspiracy to cheat the Revenue, theft and money laundering, and many of her cases have an international element. She has years of experience acting for clients who are the subject of restraint orders and confiscation orders to the value of tens of millions. Rachel has extensive experience acting for clients at interview stage, including interviews with the police, SFO, DOJ, regulators and employers as part of internal investigations. She is strategic from the outset, having regard to both the short-term and long-term implications of investigation, and strives to obtain the best possible result for her clients as early as possible. Rachel is also experienced in advising witnesses who are the subject of section 2 interviews and compulsorily required to attend for interview. Rachel has worked on regulatory matters involving the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Air Accidents Investigation Bureau (AAIB). Many of her clients have faced multi-faceted investigations, sometimes spanning internal employment matters, regulatory and criminal investigations. Where appropriate, she works collaboratively alongside other lawyers and experts to ensure that her clients receive the best advice, from every perspective. Having qualified as a police station representative early on in her career, Rachel has acted for clients facing a vast range of allegations; from assault to theft, drugs offences to sexual offences. She understands both the emotional impact and the potential for collateral damage as a result of such an allegation, and thus gives consideration to wider implications facing such individuals and/or corporations. Previous Next

John Milner John Milner is a highly experienced litigator, he specialises in representing individuals in white collar criminal investigations, principally in relation to business crime matters; financial crime, fraud, tax evasion, bribery and corruption, insider dealing and money laundering. "John Milner is great. Decades of guiding individuals through the most complex white collar cases. Unflappable." - Legal 500, 2025 Position Partner Contact +44 (0)7514 010761 john.milner@constantinelaw.co.uk John was admitted as a solicitor in 2000 and has decades of experience acting for individuals under investigation for financial crime. He has represented defendants in some of the most significant criminal trials of the last decade including: A New York based derivatives traders in the SFO Barclays USD Libor trial. A Danish UK based trader acquitted in the SFO Barclays/Deutsche Bank EURIBOR trial. An Italian company director in the SFO Bertling trial. An Italian banker acquitted of all charges in a fraud on a Russian investment bank and UK Asset Management company. A former UBS compliance officer in an FCA insider dealing conspiracy. A French banker in the NCA trial of a £multi-million fraud against the Libyan sovereign wealth fund. The first defendant in the SFO Unaoil trial. John is regularly instructed to advise witnesses and potential witnesses in compelled s2 Interviews conducted by the SFO including their investigations into Glencore, Raedex Consortium, Tesco and Serco. Current instructions include advising a client in the Post Office Inquiry and ongoing MPS investigation and advising a company director in an ongoing high profile NCA investigation. John is recognised as a "Star Individual" in Financial Crime in Chambers & Partners 2025. John is also listed in Who's Who Legal: Business Crime Defence. Chambers & Partners 2025 "John Milner is one of the principal players in the white-collar community. He's hugely experienced and can always be relied upon" Legal 500 2025 "John Milner is pure gold. He is highly intelligent and very industrious, has bags of experience, knows (and charms) everyone and is one of the very best strategists out there." Chambers & Partners 2025 “John really cares for and looks after the client. He has great natural judgement and offers great support to us. Clients absolutely love and trust him, as he gives them a lot of attention." Previous Next

Tina Lakhani Tina Lakhani is a highly experienced lawyer, police station representative and higher court advocate. She specialises in cases of financial crime, fraud and regulatory investigations. She advises and defends individuals, professionals and corporations who are subject to investigation or prosecution and has extensive experience of dealing with the FCA, SFO, CPS and in professional discipline investigations involving the SRA, GMC, GDC. Tina also has experience in dealing with cross jurisdictional matters and is accustomed to dealing with matters involving mutual legal assistance. She regularly drafts policies in relation to bribery and money laundering for companies. "My husband was facing fraud charges that could have changed our lives forever. Tina handled the case with care, respect, a technical mind and left no stone unturned. Moreover, she was caring and empathetic to the situation we were in" - Former client Position Partner Contact +44 (0) 7890 554136 Tina.Lakhani@constantinelaw.co.uk Tina represents corporates and individuals through challenging times and is known for her expert hand together with her human touch which her clients find so appealing and reassuring. Tina always aims to extricate clients from investigations as quickly as possible. Highly skilled in dealing with both interviews under caution and compelled interviews eg at the FCA, Tina often achieves outcomes which result in investigations being discontinued at an early stage. Tina has been involved in defending complex FCA civil, criminal and regulatory cases for senior executives and firms. She has worked on numerous insider dealing cases including the first cross jurisdiction prosecution of insider dealing by the FCA. She has also navigated the intricacies of a £52m confiscation order under POCA which included a Mutual Legal Assistance request and attended a court in Geneva to question a witness. Tina’s regulatory practice includes frequent oral representations on behalf of professionals at Interim Order Committee hearings, drafting complex, robust letters of representations at early stages of proceedings to be placed before case examiners, preparing and representing professionals at fitness to practice hearings. She has written articles for the British Dental Association and was on the panel for the BDA. High profile FCA cases include LIBOR, insider dealing cases including Operation Tabernula, Operation Saturn. Tina has also been involved in high profile SFO investigations including into Rolls-Royce. Tina has spoken at, and provided SMCR training to, organisations such as the Insurance Insitute of London. Feedback “Expert, clarity and engagement were key strengths; Insightful seminar; Engaging discussions and presentation style - very informative but explained clearly; Very useful output in terms of slides and how to implement SMCR”. Tina is keen on promoting work life balance for working parents and set up a D&I focus group for families at her previous large national firm. Prior to joining Constantine Law, Tina was in the Regulatory & Criminal Investigations Group in a large national law firm. Tina qualified as a solicitor in 2007 and is ranked in the Legal 500 for corporate crime services. Cases include: Advising an individual in relation to algorithmic trading and FCA regulations Advising and defending an individual facing fraud and money laundering charges by the SFO including a £52m confiscation order Successfully defending an individual facing prosecution by the HMRC in relation to VAT fraud. Representing a corporate under investigation by the FCA in relation to alleged breaches of FSMA in relation to unregulated promotions. Advising a corporate based in Cape Verde regarding an FCA investigation in relation to collective investment schemes. Representing an individual in a high profile fraud charges and cross jurisdictional bribery investigations regarding ‘bomb detectors’. Advising a corporate based in Gibraltar regarding cash forfeiture and successfully retrieving monies back for the client totalling half a million pounds. Advising senior executives from a global, reputable British company at section 2 interviews at the SFO in relation to allegations of Bribery. Providing regulatory advice to client banks. DENTIST CLIENT "Thank you Tina for achieving a fantastic outcome [GDC regulatory proceedings] and ensuring I was extricated from these proceedings at an early stage” GBH CROWN COURT CASE - FATHER OF CLIENT "Tina, thank you so much for looking after our son and ensuring justice for him was achieved. You have saved his entire future and we don’t know where we would be without you Previous Next

Eliza Nash Eliza is an experienced and high performing employment lawyer, with expertise across a broad range of employment issues, advising both employer clients and senior executives. "If you have her on your side, you will know you are in safe hands." - Senior Executive in Financial Services Position Partner Contact eliza.nash@constantinelaw.co.uk +44 (0) 7932 701 259 Eliza works regularly with HR directors and GCs across a variety of market sectors, including financial services, hospitality, recruitment and the media. She is adept at unpicking and simplifying thorny workplace issues, guiding clients towards the optimal commercial solution. Eliza has an extremely strong track record in advising senior executives on their departures and is a skilled negotiator, achieving highly favourable settlements for her clients. Eliza has developed a particular expertise in sex, maternity and race discrimination claims, including taking cases to tribunal and navigating the publicity and reputational aspects of high profile claims. She recently successfully defended a widely publicised 15 day race/sex discrimination claim, which was subsequently cited in Practical Law Company. Eliza delivers bespoke training to senior and line management teams, tailored to suit the needs of the business. Eliza has had articles published in The Times, ELA Briefing, Cosmopolitan Magazine and many human resources publications. Eliza is a member of the Employment Lawyers Association (ELA) Management Committee and Chair the ELA Pro Bono Committee. She also volunteers on the ELIPS scheme, providing assistance to litigants in person. Eliza spends her spare time hanging out with her children and going on runs. Eliza qualified as a solicitor in 2000. MANAGING DIRECTOR OF UK SUBSIDIARY OF LARGE MULTINATIONAL "Eliza Nash could not have been more helpful and supportive to our business. Eliza was dedicated to achieving our goals as a business while providing sage advice with a personal touch to the individuals involved. I would have zero hesitation in recommending Eliza to any business’ CEO OF A NOT FOR PROFIT ORGANISATION "Eliza has been very responsive, providing professional service and has been supportive during some difficult negotiations. She stays calm and focused. I recommend her anytime.” SENIOR EXECUTIVE IN FINANCIAL SERVICES "Eliza Nash worked on achieving a settlement, with a former employer of mine, for me and her insight and accuracy are second to none - she is very helpful, extremely knowledgeable and an absolute pleasure to deal with. If you have her on your side, you will know you are in safe hands.” SENIOR EXECUTIVE FOR A MAJOR COSMETICS COMPANY " I can't recommend Eliza more highly. Her steady approach and depth of knowledge saw me successfully through an incredibly difficult experience. She guided me through choppy waters with understanding and care, whilst having the strength and experience to achieve a positive outcome. I can't thank her enough for her dedication and support." DIRECTOR OF ESG CONSULTANCY "We have been very grateful for Eliza's support with employee contracts and legal matters as we have been building our business. She's extremely diligent, commercial, professional and a pleasure to work with. We would highly recommend." MANAGING DIRECTOR FOR A FILM PRODUCTION COMPANY "I had a very positive experience and found Eliza to be really thorough and thoughtful in the advice she gave, while always being pragmatic and receptive to comments and very prompt in a time-sensitive situation." Previous Next

Catherine Wilson Catherine Wilson is a highly regarded solicitor whose expertise stretches across a wide range of both public and private employment sectors. She is known for her pragmatic yet tenacious approach and always goes the extra mile for her clients. Position Partner Contact +44 (0)7850 054111 catherine.wilson@constantinelaw.co.uk Catherine began her career as a barrister in 1988 before qualifying as a solicitor in 1995. She has nearly 30 years’ experience in employment law, specialising in employer/ respondent work, most recently, in the manufacturing/logistics/professional services sectors. Catherine has particular expertise in discrimination and whistleblowing cases but also works with commercial clients’ HR Directors and Senior Management Teams to deliver advice on corporate restructuring, transfer of undertakings, redundancies and reorganisations. She has also developed a specialism working for private estates and agri businesses. Catherine also has a strong track record in advising high net worth/senior executives on severance, bonus and deferral issues, guiding them skilfully through the process and securing the best possible terms for her clients. Prior to joining Constantine Law, Catherine has headed up the regional and national Employment teams of several large national law firms. A regular commentator in the media for several years, Catherine has been published in several newspapers and HR journals including Lexus Nexus, People Management, The Financial Times, The Yorkshire Post and IBA Global Insight. Catherine has also worked regularly with BBC Radio Sheffield , BBC Look North and Radio 5 live. Catherine is a member of the Employment Lawyers Association (ELA)When not at work, Catherine has a keen interest in serving her community and supporting education and has served as a Trustee of Bradford Diocesan Academies Trust and Chair of Governors at St Oswald’s Church of England Primary Academy and Westminster Primary School. Catherine also served as a Governor of the Leeds College of Building and a member of the Development Board of Opera North. Catherine began her career as a barrister in 1988 before qualifying as a solicitor in 1995. She has nearly 30 years’ experience in employment law, specialising in employer/ respondent work, most recently, in the manufacturing/logistics/professional services sectors. Catherine has particular expertise in discrimination and whistleblowing cases but also works with commercial clients’ HR Directors and Senior Management Teams to deliver advice on corporate restructuring, transfer of undertakings, redundancies and reorganisations. She has also developed a specialism working for private estates and agri businesses. Catherine also has a strong track record in advising high net worth/senior executives on severance, bonus and deferral issues, guiding them skilfully through the process and securing the best possible terms for her clients. Prior to joining Constantine Law, Catherine has headed up the regional and national Employment teams of several large national law firms. A regular commentator in the media for several years, Catherine has been published in several newspapers and HR journals including Lexus Nexus, People Management, The Financial Times, The Yorkshire Post and IBA Global Insight. Catherine has also worked regularly with BBC Radio Sheffield , BBC Look North and Radio 5 live. Catherine is a member of the Employment Lawyers Association (ELA)When not at work, Catherine has a keen interest in serving her community and supporting education and has served as a Trustee of Bradford Diocesan Academies Trust and Chair of Governors at St Oswald’s Church of England Primary Academy and Westminster Primary School. Catherine also served as a Governor of the Leeds College of Building and a member of the Development Board of Opera North. FTSE 100 DIRECTOR "“Catherine Wilson’s highly strategic approach is extremely effective for advising high profile executives…she has a unique ability to understand her client’s needs and flexes her style to the particular circumstances. Extremely knowledgeable and innovative “ JOHN PARR, INTERIM HR DIRECTOR, 30 YEARS “Catherine is pre-eminent in her field. I have called on her guidance on numerous occasions in the past and have always found her advice helpful and practical. For me that singles out Catherine in that the solutions she outlines ae invariably realistic and constructive applications of the law. When you are facing real and tangible issues, this is just the support you value most” Previous Next

Vivien Cochrane Vivien is an experienced criminal lawyer whose practice is split between fraud/financial crime and general crime. Vivien has experience of dealing with large-scale criminal investigations and prosecutions including those conducted by the CPS, NCA, SFO, FCA and HMRC. "Vivien is a brilliant lawyer, destined for great things." - Chambers 2026 Position Partner Contact +44 (0) 7354 357134 vivien.cochrane@constantinelaw.co.uk Vivien has been involved in complex multi-handed fraud and bribery prosecutions including: Advising an individual charged with bribery involving various London nightclub owners alleged to have offered bribes to a serving police officer Advising a company director charged with fraud, money laundering and false accounting following an investigation into a large-scale fraud in which London Underground was the alleged victim Her fraud and financial crime practice also encompasses advising individuals and corporates in respect of various aspects of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA). She has experience of advising in respect of confiscation proceedings, account and asset freezing orders and forfeiture proceedings. Vivien has particular expertise in advising third-parties who wish to intervene in confiscation proceedings under section 10A of POCA. Vivien’s general crime practice has spanned the full range of offences but in recent years her focus has been on relationship-based offences including allegations of rape and sexual offences, coercive and controlling behaviour, intimate partner violence and harassment. Vivien is also the co-author of the highly regarded practitioner text Legal Professional Privilege in Criminal Investigations and Proceedings which was published in 2024. Vivien was admitted as a solicitor in 2011. "I was facing serious Proceeds of Crime Act proceedings that could have had a devastating impact on my future. Vivien approached my case with absolute clarity, professionalism, and a non-judgemental attitude that instantly put me at ease.” Former client, ex-professional footballer Previous Next

Caroline Glacken Caroline Glacken qualified in 2012 and joined Constantine Law in January 2016 having previously worked in the London office of a large national law firm. “Like having my own employment GC at the end of the phone." — HR director of national recruitment client Position Senior Consultant Contact + 44 (0)7468 566 349 caroline.glacken@constantinelaw.co.uk Caroline is an experienced employment lawyer and a member of the Employment Lawyers Association. Caroline is adept at providing legal support to HR teams, including support through complex internal investigations and processes and preparing contractual documentation and handbooks. Caroline has significant experience in Employment Tribunal litigation including unfair dismissal and complex discrimination proceedings as well as High Court Litigation in relation to injunctive relief and business protection. Caroline is also experienced in providing integrated business immigration solutions to corporate clients who want to sponsor their workers or require business visitor visas. Caroline is a member of the Immigration Law Practitioner's Association and works closely with immigration barristers to achieve great results for clients. Caroline is an active member of Irish business networks in London; the Irish International Business Network (IIBN) and The London Irish Construction Network (TLICN). Caroline also works closely with the London Irish Centre. BUSINESS OWNER Caroline always provides us with sound advice for our businesses. She understands the need for urgency where necessary & also takes into account the commercial reality of situations when providing us with advice. GROUP HR DIRECTOR We have worked closely with Caroline for a number of years and are extremely grateful to work with someone with such passion, dedication and professionalism. Caroline is approachable and truly understands the needs of her clients. The advice and support she provides is outstanding and working with her is an absolute pleasure. OWNER OF A LARGE RECRUITMENT COMPANY Caroline has run a number of High Court cases for our Group and obtained injunctions to protect our business. I would highly recommend Caroline as a litigator – she is responsive, clear and gets results. INDIVIDUAL CLIENT Caroline has been absolutely amazing from start to finish. She guided me through the legal process, scheduled calls to make sure I understood my options and to go through any legal correspondence point by point. While she was convinced of the strength of my case and supported me throughout, she made sure I was aware of how the respondent might try to pick apart my claim of unfair dismissal - she was clear, honest and never gave me unrealistic expectations. In the end, thanks to her work over many months, my employer agreed to settle. As my legal fees were covered by an insurance company, Caroline had to jump through many hoops, prompt my insurer on many occasions and deal with mounds of extra paperwork. Caroline is everything a solicitor should be: supportive, efficient, extremely knowledgeable and competent, a great communicator and strategist. I will be eternally grateful for her advice and help. Without her I never would have been able to navigate the legal system, been able to handle the stress of fighting for my rights or even been fully aware of my rights as an employee faced with redundancy without consultation while on maternity leave. OWNER DIRECTOR, HEALTHCARE SERVICES GROUP Caroline is doing a fantastic job for us, and we are all very appreciative. Our HR team have seen Caroline as a real benefit to their development. HEAD OF PEOPLE AND CULTURE, ONLINE CONSUMER SERVICES BUSINESS Having worked with numerous employment lawyers throughout my career in HR, I can confidently say that Caroline stands out. Her professionalism, clarity, and dedication make her an outstanding choice, and I highly recommend her services. Previous Next

Information Requests & Compelled Interviews Whether you are a whistle blower, victim, witness or suspect, we will aim to provide sensible, measured and reassuring interview advice whatever situation you are facing. If you are subject to or at risk of regulatory investigation, whether as a business or an individual, then it is likely the regulatory body will request that you provide information to them. And it is likely they will want to interview you and other colleagues either as a subject of the investigation or a witness. Typically the information request will be ‘compelled’ or ‘compulsory’ – that means that the regulator has statutory powers to ‘compel’ you to provide the information (which can usually be provided electronically), often within a relatively short period of time. There can be serious repercussions if the information is not provided and businesses can underestimate the resources required internally to collate the information. Regulators or Enforcement teams are likely to interview witnesses and suspects under ‘compulsion’. Sometimes they ask for an account in writing. Failure to co-operate or mislead can have serious consequences. We are specialists in advising you how to respond to compulsory information requests and advising you on how to deal with compelled interviews. In terms of the information gathering exercise we manage the logistics of that process for you as required. In relation to compelled interviews, our team has represented clients in numerous investigations and represented hundreds of individuals in different types of interviews. We will help you to prepare thoroughly for the interview. This may include assisting you in refreshing your memory and familiarising yourself with the evidence, explaining how to conduct yourself and the ramifications for getting it wrong. We will advise and explain what is likely to happen after being interviewed. We hope to prepare you sufficiently so that the unexpected has been anticipated. Even if you are a witness, compelled interviews can have serious repercussions and are not to be under-estimated. Everyone finds compulsory investigation interviews a stressful and worrying time which at worst can have career limiting or career ending implications. If you have been asked to attend an interview or been served with a compulsory information request, get in touch with us straight away for advice and assistance. Our Experience Acted for senior executives subject to compulsory interviews in the SFO investigations of British American Tobacco, GlaxoSmithKline, Quindell, Rolls Royce and Unaoil. Advised overseas leisure sector company under investigation by FCA for alleged perimeter breaches subject to complex information request. Represented IFA firm and Head of Compliance in Enforcement investigation regarding failure to manage conflicts of interest, and provision of unsuitable pension transfer advice subject to multiple information requests and compulsory interviews. Advised bank trader interviewed under compulsion by FCA relation to their investigation into alleged manipulation of the Bank of England Special Liquidity (SLS) lending scheme to help banks following the financial crisis. Advised public relations advisor subject to an unannounced SFO attendance at their premises to compel provision of hard copy and electronic evidence relating to an ongoing SFO investigation. Advice provided in relation to privileged material. Funding We can discuss the funding options, the proposed scope of work and budget with you. Depending on the situation, you should check whether you have any legal expenses insurance (for example under professional indemnity, Directors’ & Officers’ or household insurance policies) or consider whether a third party, such as an employer, will contribute to your legal fees (eg under an indemnity). Contact It’s important to get specialist advice as early as possible. Get in touch and find out how we can help you: Contact the team

Emmeline Coerkamp Emmeline Coerkamp is a highly experienced criminal litigation lawyer, bringing expertise across a range of white-collar crime matters. She represents clients facing criminal investigations and individuals who are being prosecuted. Emmeline has particular expertise in defending individuals under investigation and prosecuted by the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) for multi-jurisdictional serious fraud offences. Emmeline is adept and adaptable in representing clients from a variety of industries and dealing with prosecuting authorities in a highly professional manner. She is excellent at strategising and considering the best approach for clients to achieve the best outcome. She is extremely experienced in representing clients facing allegations of fraud, money laundering and tax investigations in complex cases across jurisdictions. Emmeline has considerable experience of confiscation proceedings and has acted in several cases, including a matter with a confiscation order in excess of £3 million under POCA 2002. "Emmeline is always on top of the detail and relentless in fighting to get the best results for her clients. You will definitely want her in your corner." - Formerly instructed Counsel Position Partner Contact +44 (0) 7500 935 206 Emmeline.coerkamp@constantinelaw.co.uk Emmeline represents individuals at risk of criminal investigation, under investigation, pre- and post-charge, during trial, confiscation and enforcement. She also represents witnesses in proceedings. The ensuing range of work includes representing and advising clients for interviews, written representations, trial preparation and instruction of experts. Emmeline is personable and strives to do the utmost for her clients every step of the way. High profile cases that Emmeline has been involved in include: Operation Amazon: brought by HMRC, a carbon credit scheme with alleged intended losses of £107 million in sideways tax loss relief, including complex multi-jurisdictional company structures. £2.2 million film investment scheme fraud, brought by HMRC in a series of trials. Weavering: The UK’s largest hedge fund fraud of US$640 million, brought by the SFO. Complex trading strategies of interest rate swaps, with charges of fraud by abuse of position, fraudulent trading, false accounting and forgery. Operation Steamroller: brought by the SFO, a boiler room fraud of US$108 million. She also has experience of investigations by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and The Insolvency Service. Emmeline has been quoted and published in the Times, Telegraph, Law Gazette and Lawyer Monthly. Prior to joining Constantine Law, Emmeline worked at a top ranked boutique fraud litigation firm in London, having previously worked and trained at a large national law firm. Emmeline is a member of the Fraud Lawyers Association (FLA), Women in Criminal Law (WICL), Women’s White Collar Defense Association (WWCDA) and the Female Fraud Forum (FFF). Since 2010, Emmeline has been a mentor for students at the University of Law studying the GDL, LPC and BVC, offering guidance prior to embarking their legal career. Emmeline qualified as a solicitor in 2010. FORMERLY INSTRUCTED COUNSEL "Emmeline is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is always on top of the detail and relentless in fighting to get the best results for her clients. You will definitely want her in your corner." FORMERLY INSTRUCTED COUNSEL (KC) "Emmeline has a professional forensic tone of courteous, calm, reasoned intimidation." A RECENT CLIENT "Thank you on a personal note for your attention to my case over the many years, often I realise, beyond the usual." THE FAMILY OF A RECENT CLIENT "Thank you for all your support and help. We very much appreciate it. A RECENT CLIENT "I do really appreciate everything you have done on this Emmeline." Previous Next

Financial Services Regulatory "Very efficient and responsive to client needs and timescales, an excellent professional all-round service." — Legal 500 2024 The FCA have many rules and firms are intensely regulated. When you need a helping hand, or a situation seems impossible, we build a team of specialists to provide bespoke, accessible advice for your firm as and when you need it. We help you with one-off queries, or deal with when one issue impacts another. We have worked with wealth managers, asset managers, peer to peer lenders, banks and introducers and unregulated firms. We are used to working with and having a dialogue with financial regulators. We care about our clients and the outcome. We help with: Applying for authorisation, appointed representation arrangements or variation of permission Advising individuals on Form A completion - Senior Manager or Appointed Representative applications, particularly if FCA minded to refuse, requested for interview or queries raised Advice fitness and propriety (FIT), culture and conduct Implementing Senior Manager & Certification Regime (SMCR) and training on Conduct Rules Governance reviews Advice on disclosure of convictions and cautions Drafting Regulatory References Notification and reporting obligations, and interactions with the FCA/PRA Perimeter, regulated activity (RAO) and financial promotion advice AML controls and financial crime compliance CASS and SYSC compliance, advising on operational resilience Drafting policies and procedures, advising on regulatory change, gap analysis Mis-selling and unsuitable advice concerns Responding to Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS complaints) Preparing for FCA meetings or interviews Advice regarding s166 skilled person appointments Remediation, redress, customer contact or due diligence programme Customer complaint handling including Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) complaints You can instruct us on a discrete issue or we can assist with a range of your regulatory obligations. We form multi-disciplinary teams, bespoke for you, with regulatory compliance consultants, forensic investigators and expert lawyers. Our Experience Advised broker in relation to FCA Supervision voluntary requirement (VREQ) and remediation strategy following s166 skilled person report. Advised individuals applying for AR Controlled Functions, assisting with Form A completion and advised on concerns raised by FCA approvals team. Acted for IFA firm subject to voluntary variation of permissions (VVOP), s166 skilled person review, and remediation programme regarding pension mis-selling and compliance systems upgrade. Advised individuals as to whether convictions, cautions or other matters are disclosable to FCA, firms or overseas regulators when applying for regulatory approval, firm new joiner onboarding or annual fitness and propriety declarations. Advice to a mobile network operator subject to enquiry by the FCA for allegedly carrying out consumer credit activities and regulated activities without authorisation. Advised on the prudential regulatory requirements for both capital and liquidity of banks, investment firms and insurers based in the UK, Isle of Man, Gibraltar, Jersey, and Guernsey. Significant regulator liaison eg FCA, PRA, ICO, Gibraltar and Channel Island financial and data protection regulators as required, in particular regarding capital, liquidity data and documentation requirements and in respect of SREP and other visits. Member of in-house Compliance leadership team responsible for CASS framework enhancement and oversight and prudential regulatory compliance. Implemented the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR) for a dual-regulated firm and for four solo-regulated entities (core and enhanced) including the development of all documentation, systems, processes and the design and delivery of training. Oversight of FCA change in control approval process for two regulated entities including overseeing and editing the business plan and the submissions for the new senior managers. Oversight of the implementation of remuneration arrangements including the compliance with three different FA remuneration codes and the operation of three remuneration committees. Established a Training & Competency framework and assisted with launch. Drafted compliance manuals, policies and key documents for CASS, financial crime and compliance. Contact It’s important to get specialist advice as early as possible. Get in touch and find out how we can help you: Contact the team

Internal Investigations for Corporates In today’s regulatory and reputational landscape, businesses, whether regulated or not, are expected to respond swiftly and independently to operational failures, misconduct, and cultural concerns. At Constantine Law, we help organisations navigate these challenges with discretion, rigour, and clarity. Our Approach We tailor our support to your objectives. Whether you need strategic input on the scope and planning of an investigation, or full-service delivery including data collection, interviews, and reporting, we adapt to your needs. Our team can: Conduct independent investigations Support your internal team with discreet advice Provide strategic oversight and documentation Advise on regulatory engagement and reporting Regulatory Engagement Where necessary, we advise on, notify, and liaise with regulators such as: Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) Serious Fraud Office (SFO) Police and other enforcement bodies We ensure your response is proportionate, defensible, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Integrated Employment Law Support Our employment law team works alongside our investigators to address HR, cultural, and compliance issues that arise during investigations. This includes: Disciplinary and grievance procedures Whistleblowing concerns Diversity and inclusion reviews Senior executive exits Recent Case Highlights Global Institution: Advised on investigations into trading events and non-financial misconduct. UAE Distributor: Supported a compliance review involving facilitation payments and bribery. UK Law Firm: Investigated potential SRA breaches and criminal offences. Greek Shipping Company: Advised the CEO on Bribery Act 2010 implications. Get in touch To find out how we can support your business, contact one of our team members today. We’d be happy to discuss your needs and how we can help. Contact us