Leading Adviser Awards 2020

98 Acquisition International - Leading Adviser 2020 Acquisition International - Issue 1 2021 41 Sep20533 Determined Defence From Leading Lawyer In almost every case, there are two sides. Defending those who are being accused of something is just as important as protecting those that have been the victim of a crime. In the case of white-collar crime and fraud, the need to protect is just as great. Harris Solicitors is recognised as a leading firm in the field of dealing with the most serious, complex, and high-profile criminal cases in the United Kingdom, and is home to Tariq Khan, recipient of the title of Leading Complex White-Collar Crime and Fraud Lawyer of the Year, United Kingdom. We profile both to find out more. efending the rights of the accused is a core part of any justice system, giving them a fair trial and accurately reporting on all the facts before a jury of their peers. Harris Solicitors defends all aspects of prosecutions brough by the Crown Prosecution Service, various regulatory bodies, the Serious Fraud Office, National Crime Agency, and other prosecuting authorities. Since its inception, Harris Solicitors has been a truly exceptional firm that boasts a strong team of lawyers who fight tirelessly and fearlessly for the clients in order to secure the best possible outcome for them. Harris Solicitors has appeared in various landmark cases, including the largest cyber phishing fraud ever prosecuted, and the second case in English legal history where the jury was discharged and the judge returned verdicts upon the defendants. Experience is king in working in the legal sector, and Harris Solicitors’ team are appropriate and professional in every case. D a criminal defence advocate to ensure that his client’s interests are paramount at all times. He has a friendly and professional approach to the work, helping his clients to feel at ease during what is an understandably confusing and difficult time for them. Alongside Mr Khan is an experience, accredited, and duty qualified team of staff that deliver success at every point in a case. No matter how serious or trivial an offence is considered to be, the team at Harris Solicitors are consummate professionals and work to a first- class degree every single time. Mr Khan and his team rarely falter in their aim to ensure that the clients have received first-class advice by qualified professionals throughout the entirety of their case. It is not just lawyers and administrative staff that are part of the team Mr Khan leads at Harris Solicitors. He also works alongside Magistrates advocates, who are equipped to deal with any case to the highest standards, and the firm prides itself on the service that it provides. Mr Khan and his team have defended many cases from the beginning right through to acquittal, and fulfil their promise of not resting until every stone has been turned and every piece of evidence found. This is a promise that rings true throughout a case’s duration, whether the case has come from the police station, the Magistrates Court, the Crown Court, or the Court of Appeals. Mr Khan can take enormous pride in the fact that he and his team are legal professionals of the highest calibre, delivering a personal and professional service to clients who may be feeling overwhelmed. It is at times like this when the approachability and friendliness of Mr Khan and his team is most needed, and everybody at Harris Solicitors deserves recognition for the work that the firm does. Company: Harris Solicitors Contact: Tariq Khan Website: https://harrissolicitors.org.uk/ The team understand the trauma of having to be summoned to Court, or be charged with an offence, nomatter howminor or major the charge may be. It can seriously damage the character of an innocent person, and Harris Solicitors takes the job incredibly seriously. The team is led by director Tariq Khan, a duty solicitors and fully-accredited police station representative. Mr Khan has dealt with multiple high-profile cases, including multiple fraud and complex crimes. His eye for detail is second to none, and he draws on his many years of experience as He also works alongside Magistrates advocates, who are equipped to deal with any case to the highest standards, and the firm prides itself on the service that it provides. Leading Complex White-Collar Crime and Fraud Lawyer of the Year, United Kingdom