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Since the firm was established in 1976, Hughmans has dedicated its services to clients involved in civil or criminal proceedings. Aggressively supporting clients’ interests, Hughmans always strives to identify a position of advantage to maximise its chances of success.
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Civil Fraud
Hughmans employs a multi-disciplinary team of experts to advise on all aspects of fraud. We are experienced in responding to and obtaining freezing injunctions and the recovery of assets worldwide.
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If you have been the victim of crime we can advise you on your options, from assisting you with making an effective complaint to the police to bringing a full private prosecution on your behalf.
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Since 1976 the firm has built its formidable reputation in criminal defence. We are known for our proactive defence of clients facing investigation by agencies ranging from local police forces to the National Crime Agency.
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The crime and civil departments at Hughmans have consistently been recognised by Chambers & Partners and Spear’s 500 for the high quality of their legal advice.
Unexplained Wealth: A New Investigatory Tool
What is an Unexplained Wealth Order (UWO)? A UWO is a High Court order requiring a person to explain the nature and extent of their interest in a property and how it was obtained. UWOs came into force on 31 January 2018. What happens if the person fails to comply? If the person fails to […]
Read moreWe are recruiting – vacancies available
Three paralegal positions available; Two full time civil litigation paralegals & one full time receptionist/ litigation paralegal Hughmans is a boutique law firm based in the City of London specialising in high level civil litigation and serious crime. The firm consists of a small team of individuals in a friendly, self-driven environment. Further details about […]
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Our civil partner Simon Silver has been achieving brilliant results for his clients having had three cases go to trial in 6 weeks with all three finding in our clients favour. In the first of the three recent victories, the landlord of a pub brought a claim against the tenant and the guarantors after falling […]
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