Account Freezing Orders

If a law enforcement agency obtains an Account Freezing Order (AFO), it can have serious consequences, blocking access to business or personal funds for up to two years.

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Legal advice on account freezing orders

Delays in addressing the issue can damage your cashflow, public standing, and banking relationships. Whether you are facing an application or need to challenge an existing order, clear legal guidance is vital. From first response to court proceedings, access specialist advice in regulatory and compliance matters.

We can support with:

  • Responding to AFO applications and hearings
  • Challenging freezing and forfeiture orders
  • Safeguarding business operations and banking relationships
  • Advising high-net-worth individuals and company directors
  • Minimising reputational damage and financial loss.

With long-term multidisciplinary, business-focused guidance, you can manage the risks of freezing orders while defending your commercial interests.

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