Corporate Crime Analysis – published on Lexis Nexis ‘Extradition and transit cases- a positive change’ 1st December 2015

Brian McDonald December 2, 2015 0 Comments

Corporate Crime analysis: Jasvinder Nakhwal, partner in business crime at Peters and Peters, with William Green, associate, and legal researcher Craig Hogg, explains the key proposals in the government’s draft codes of practice for extradition and transit cases, and anticipates a broadly positive response from practitioners. To view the full publication please click below. Extradition […]

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Bribery and Corruption – Looking Ahead to 2016 by Neil Swift

Brian McDonald January 6, 2016 0 Comments

Corporate Crime analysis: Neil Swift, partner in the business crime team at Peters & Peters, looks ahead to the most likely developments  in 2016 in the area of bribery and corruption. To read the full article please click the link below: Bribery and corruption—looking ahead to 2016

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“The Criminal Cartel Offence: Where are we now?” – Michael O’Kane provides expert guidance in Practical Law video

Brian McDonald January 21, 2016 0 Comments

Michael O’Kane, Head of Business Crime at Peters & Peters, was invited to provide expert guidance on UK cartel enforcement in “The Criminal Cartel Offence: Where are we now?”, a video for Practical Law. Michael’s video can be accessed here, via the Practical Law website. Topics include: Prosecutions to date under the UK cartel offence […]

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The identification principle and corrupt practices, Neil Swift

Brian McDonald February 1, 2016 0 Comments

In a recent interview with LexisPSL, Neil Swift discussed the case of Smith and Ouzman Ltd., and the challenges in identifying a directing mind and will in corruption cases. The interview is available here.

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Allegations of corruption in international arbitration

Brian McDonald February 2, 2016 0 Comments

In a recent article for Fraud Intelligence, Head of Business Crime Michael O’Kane and Sarah Cotterill, Paralegal, discussed evidentiary standards in international arbitrations involving allegations of corruption. Their article, “Holding states to a higher standard: allegations of corruption in international arbitration”, is available here. You can also read it on the Fraud Intelligence website.

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High Court approves SFO’s treatment of seized electronic devices

Brian McDonald February 9, 2016 0 Comments

Neil Swift discusses the recent decision in McKenzie v SFO was published in Fraud Intelligence. The case concerned the SFO’s handling of electronic devices which are claimed to contain legally privileged material, raising important issues for persons involved in investigations. The full article, “Handled with care – High Court approves SFO’s treatment of seized electronic devices” is available […]

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Manslaughter charge dropped against Peters & Peters client accused in Cyprus

Brian McDonald February 12, 2016 0 Comments

Our client, Mr David Hughes, is a British kayaking instructor engaged by the British Army, who successfully challenged a charge of manslaughter in Cyprus. The investigation concerns the death of a British soldier in an accident during a kayaking exercise organised by the British Army’s Adventure Training unit. Mr Hughes cooperated fully with the British Army in its internal investigation of […]

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Preparing Students for Entry to the Solicitors Profession: The Law Society, 19 April 2016

Brian McDonald February 25, 2016 0 Comments

On 19 April 2016 Charlotte Tregunna will be contributing to a Law Society training session for aspiring student lawyers. Charlotte will join a panel of lawyers from different organisations and will talk about her experiences training and qualifying at Peters & Peters.

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An interview with Keith Oliver – Peters & Peters’ Senior Partner talks to The Brief

Brian McDonald March 1, 2016 0 Comments

Keith Oliver, Senior Partner at Peters & Peters since 2005, recently discussed his career, international practice and future plans with The Brief, the monthly newsletter of legal recruitment company, BCL. You can read the full interview here.

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Maria Cronin to deliver anti-money laundering training in Bulgaria

Brian McDonald March 22, 2016 0 Comments

On Friday 25 March, Maria Cronin will give anti-money laundering training to a group of Bulgarian lawyers. The training is delivered as part of the ongoing partnership between the Union Internationale des Avocats (UIA) and the Sofia Bar Association, Bulgaria. Maria has extensive experience in high profile international corruption and money laundering cases. Her successes include securing the discharge […]

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