Fraud & Asset
Tracking

At Fenecas Law LLP, we specialise in contentious fraud and asset tracing disputes. Fraud cases are often urgent, complex, and high stakes, with immediate consequences for businesses and individuals alike. When fraud occurs, swift legal action is critical to contain losses, preserve evidence, and recover assets before they are dissipated.

We act for companies, financial institutions, investors, insolvency practitioners, and high net worth individuals in all forms of fraud litigation and asset recovery. Our focus is on combining decisive legal strategy with commercial pragmatism to secure effective results, domestically and across borders.

Types of Fraud Disputes We Handle

Fraud can take many forms in commercial life. We regularly advise and represent clients in:

• Corporate fraud – False accounting, diversion of funds, and misrepresentation during transactions.
• Investment and banking fraud – Ponzi schemes, mis selling allegations, or fraudulent trading practices.
• Director and employee fraud – Internal company fraud, embezzlement, and breach of fiduciary duties.
• Third party fraud – Supplier fraud, procurement irregularities, or false invoicing.
• Cyber enabled fraud – Business email compromise, phishing, hacking, and unauthorised fund transfers.
• Insolvency related fraud – Fraudulent preference transactions, unlawful distributions, and concealment of assets.

Each case requires decisive steps to rapidly identify, secure, and, where possible, recover misappropriated funds or company property.

Asset Tracing & Recovery

A key strand of our practice is asset tracing—locating and recovering assets that have been misappropriated or concealed. We act in matters involving:

• Tracing assets through bank accounts in Ireland and abroad.
• Investigations of company structures, trusts, and nominees used to conceal ownership.
• Forensic accounting and digital analysis to establish the trail of misappropriated funds.
• Recovery actions against third parties holding or facilitating receipt of stolen assets.

We work with forensic accountants, investigators, and international counsel to ensure that assets do not disappear beyond reach. Asset recovery may occur within insolvency processes, standalone litigation, or parallel to regulatory investigations.

Urgent and Interim Remedies

Fraud cases often demand urgent interim legal action to prevent further dissipation of assets. We are experienced in seeking immediate remedies such as:

• Mareva injunctions (freezing orders) – Preventing defendants from disposing of assets domestically or internationally.
• Anton Piller orders (search and seizure) – Securing vital documentary or electronic evidence before it is destroyed.
• Norwich Pharmacal orders – Compelling third parties (e.g. banks, ISPs, intermediaries) to disclose information relevant to identifying wrongdoers or asset paths.
• Proprietary injunctions – Preserving disputed property until final determination.

Our ability to mobilise quickly in High Court applications provides clients with the best chance of protecting and recovering assets.

Cross Border Fraud & Multi Jurisdictional Issues

Fraud rarely respects borders. Funds are often diverted through multiple jurisdictions and layered through complex structures. We routinely act in:

• Multi jurisdictional freezing orders and cooperation with foreign courts.
• Cross border insolvency proceedings where fraud is uncovered.
• Coordination with foreign lawyers and investigators to trace and secure overseas assets.
• Use of EU and international enforcement regimes to make judgments effective abroad.

Our experience ensures clients can respond to fraud globally, not just within Ireland’s jurisdiction.

Acting for Victims of Fraud

We represent companies, institutions, and individuals who have fallen victim to fraud. Our services include:

• Investigating and analysing the scale of loss.
• Seeking urgent court orders to protect assets.
• Pursuing recovery actions against fraudsters, facilitators, or negligent professionals.
• Coordinating with An Garda Síochána or regulatory bodies where parallel criminal investigation is appropriate.

We provide clear, proactive strategies designed to maximise recovery while reducing further exposure.

Acting for Defendants

Not all allegations of fraud are well founded. We also represent businesses, directors, and professionals accused of fraudulent conduct. Defence in such cases involves:

• Contesting allegations of dishonesty or unlawful trading.
• Resisting freezing and seizure orders where assets are improperly targeted.
• Protecting reputations in high profile disputes.
• Managing parallel regulatory or criminal investigations alongside civil proceedings.

We adopt firm, evidence driven strategies to ensure that clients are not unfairly exposed to wrongful claims.

Strategic Considerations

Fraud and asset tracing litigation presents unique challenges. Our approach is centred on:

• Speed – Rapid response is critical before assets are moved or concealed.
• Evidence preservation – Securing forensic records, digital logs, and financial data is often decisive.
• Parallel processes – Managing civil recovery, regulatory scrutiny, and possible criminal investigation simultaneously.
• Confidentiality – Maintaining discretion to avoid reputational harm.
• Settlement leverage – Using urgent injunctions to create negotiation advantage where commercial resolution is viable.

We provide clients with realistic assessments of prospects, costs, and risk at every stage.

Why Choose Fenecas Law LLP?

• Specialist litigation expertise – Significant experience in High Court fraud litigation and emergency injunctions.
• Multi disciplinary capability – Working with forensic accountants, IT experts, and investigators to strengthen cases.
• International reach – Coordination with foreign courts and counsel to pursue assets worldwide.
• Balanced practice – Acting for both victims and defendants, enabling us to anticipate opposition strategies.
• Commercial focus – Pursuing outcomes that protect value, reputation, and longer term interests.

Contact Us

Fraud and asset tracing disputes demand urgent and decisive legal action. At Fenecas Law LLP, we provide the litigation strength and commercial awareness needed to protect your interests, recover assets, and defend against allegations when necessary.

If you are facing a fraud related dispute or asset tracing issue, contact us today to discuss how we can assist.