Criminal defence firm Olliers Solicitors has appointed senior associate solicitor John Davies to its business crime and regulatory team.

Davies joins Olliers from MSB Solicitors, where he specialised in serious crime and regulatory matters. He has held key roles at Irwin Mitchell, Rradar and Cartwright King Solicitors.

At Olliers, Davies will support the firm’s serious crime practice, advising clients facing allegations ranging from serious violence and organised crime through to fraud, bribery, tax investigations, financial crime and complex regulatory enforcement proceedings.

Matthew Claughton, managing director of Olliers Solicitors, said: 'John is an exceptional addition to the team. He brings significant expertise in business crime, fraud and regulatory investigations, which complements our growing financial crime practice and broadens the support we can offer both individual and corporate clients.

'Our clients need solicitors who can combine technical excellence with strategic foresight from the earliest stage of an investigation. John’s experience will be invaluable in continuing to strengthen our position as one of the country’s leading criminal defence firms.'

Davies said: 'Olliers’ reputation for excellence in criminal defence, particularly its proactive approach to pre-charge engagement and complex serious crime cases, is second to none. This is an exciting opportunity, and I am looking forward to joining such a highly regarded team where I will be able to draw upon my experience to support clients through some of the most challenging periods of their lives.'

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