If you’re under investigation by HMRC for tax fraud or evasion, the experience can be stressful and intrusive. We provide clear, strategic advice to help you manage the process and protect your interests.

Calm, experienced advice from the outset

We specialise in representing individuals and businesses facing HMRC investigations. These may involve serious allegations such as money laundering, tax fraud or evasion or simply relate to requests from HMRC for information in your role as a witness in a tax investigation.

Whatever the circumstances, we offer focused, practical guidance from day one, helping you respond appropriately, manage risk and avoid unnecessary escalation.

HMRC investigations can have significant consequences, not just financially, but for your reputation and future plans. We take a calm, methodical approach, tailored to the specifics of your case.

Our aim is to secure the best possible outcome, whether through early resolution, negotiated settlement or, where necessary, robust defence in court.

Breadth of Tax Investigation Expertise

We have extensive experience defending clients in a wide range of HMRC matters, including:

• Investigations by HMRC’s criminal investigations team
• Civil investigations under Code of Practice 9 (see more below)
• Money Laundering Regulations investigations conducted by HMRC

Specialist Guidance on COP9 and Avoiding Prosecution

We regularly advise clients facing HMRC’s Code of Practice 9 (COP9) procedure. When handled correctly, COP9 offers an opportunity to resolve matters civilly and avoid criminal investigation and prosecution altogether.

We guide clients through this process with care, ensuring full understanding of what is required and what protections may be available.

Navigating complexity with confidence

HMRC’s powers are wide-ranging, and investigations can quickly become complex. Whether you are at the beginning of an enquiry or facing potential criminal consequences, we provide clear, informed advice at every stage.

We work to protect your rights, minimise disruption, and ensure that every step you take is legally sound and strategically considered.

Every investigation is different. We work with your existing tax advisor or will recommend specialist accountancy support to reflect your specific circumstances, financial profile and risk exposure.

Throughout the process, you can expect discretion, clarity and expert guidance so you can move forward with confidence and control.

Money Laundering investigations conducted by HMRC

HMRC are responsible for policing and enforcing money laundering rules for a wide range of businesses.   Our team has experience in investigating potential money laundering within businesses and advising on how to resolve. We also advise and represent businesses who HMRC consider have breached the regulations.

Sometimes, HMRC uses its powers to freeze accounts or assets that it believes are used in money laundering see https://corkerbinning.com/practice-area/proceeds-of-crime/ for details of our experience in these cases.