White Collar Crime

Complex Financial Crime Defence

White collar crime prosecutions are among the most complex matters in the criminal justice system. They routinely involve hundreds of thousands of pages of documentary evidence, intricate financial records, expert accounting evidence, and multi-jurisdictional considerations. Our firm has acted in matters involving allegations exceeding $100 million, delivering results of the highest calibre for our clients.

The stakes in corporate crime matters are extraordinary. Beyond the prospect of imprisonment, a conviction can result in the destruction of a career, the loss of professional licences, civil liability and irreparable reputational damage. Korn Tlais Defence Lawyers brings the specialist expertise these cases demand.

Our Expertise

We provide defence in the full range of white collar and corporate criminal matters, including:

• Money Laundering and dealing with the proceeds of crime
• Deception and obtaining financial advantage by dishonesty
• Tax Fraud, including GST fraud and income tax evasion
• Embezzlement and misappropriation of corporate funds
• Proceeds of Crime applications and asset forfeiture
• Corporate Fraud, including director and officer misconduct
• AUSTRAC compliance breaches and anti-money laundering offences

Prosecuting Agencies

White collar crime investigations and prosecutions are conducted by a range of powerful government agencies, each with significant coercive powers and resources. We have extensive experience defending matters investigated and prosecuted by:

• Australian Federal Police (AFP)
• Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
• Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
• Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP)
• Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC)
• Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC)

Why Specialist Representation Matters

White collar crime cases cannot be approached with a generalist mindset. The volume of evidence alone requires a legal team with the capacity and infrastructure to manage, review and analyse vast quantities of material. Our firm employs dedicated case management systems and works closely with forensic accountants, financial analysts and industry experts to build a comprehensive and effective defence.

We understand the investigative techniques employed by regulatory agencies, the procedural complexities of corporate crime trials, and the tactical considerations that arise when multiple co-accused, corporate entities and third-party interests are involved. Our clients receive strategic, commercially aware advice from lawyers who specialise exclusively in this area.