Serious Fraud Office Cases

As the principal regulator dealing with complex business crime, the SFO has specialist powers under the Criminal Justice Act 1987 to investigate and prosecute serious and complex fraud. Cases are vetted by the SFO to establish if they meet certain criteria. These include the value of the alleged loss, whether the case has a significant international dimension, and whether highly specialist knowledge is required. Where the SFO does not take on a particular case, specialist police fraud squads, SOCA, or RCPO may also become involved.

At Bindmans, we have been involved in a number of significant SFO investigations over recent years including complex investigations into allegations of overseas bribery and corruption. Our team have experience of preparation for interviews conducted by the SFO, and advising on the specialist powers available to regulators in cases of this kind.

If you would like to speak to us about your requirements, or if you would like further details regarding our services, please contact a member of our Business Crime Unit by email:  or by telephone +44 (0) 20 7833 4433.