Conspiracy to Defraud

If there is evidence of an agreement to carry out actions such as this, it does not matter whether the plan actually comes to fruition – those who planned it could still be at risk of conviction.

Sound legal advice at the earliest opportunity can be crucial if you are facing an investigation for conspiracy to defraud. On many occasions, where we have been involved from the outset, we have successfully stopped a case from going any further by proving the innocence of those involved.

We know that being accused of a serious crime like this can be a terrifying and distressing experience, so we want to help wherever we can. If you have been arrested or accused, contact our experts as soon as you can so we can advise you as best we can.

Our Crime team have been ranked in the Chambers & Partners 2025 legal directory. The team was described as “experienced in financial crime” and were praised for their excellent “level of service and responsiveness.”

“HJA’s fraud team is distinct in the market due to its longstanding experience of its senior lawyers on a wide range of matters, prosecuted by multiple agencies. They work closely with their general crime team, as well as disputes that feed into other closely linked areas of law, such as civil disputes and employment.” – Legal 500, 2025