Tom EppsTom Epps is described in the Legal 500 UK Guide (2010) as "someone who thrives on pressure and has excellent judgement" . He is recognised as a leading individual for fraud crime and professional disciplinary cases. In Chambers UK Guide (2010) Tom is noted as “renowned for his smooth handling of highly complex fraud cases” and "an extremely able, client-friendly and highly committed business crime lawyer". In Chambers UK Guide (2009) Tom is referred to as “prized for his insightful application of his niche expertise”. Tom focuses his practice on business crime and regulation, specialising in cross border and corruption investigations. He has substantial experience in representing those facing investigations brought by all the major UK enforcement agencies. Having held a senior position in a leading US law firm he also has expertise in handling joint US/UK investigations. Tom has extensive experience of representing those alleged to have committed fraud offences and those compelled to give evidence as witnesses in fraud proceedings. He has represented both companies and senior individuals facing sensitive investigations and regulatory issues. His recent cases include dissuading the SFO from taking any action against a multinational energy company in relation to allegations of international corruption, advising a corporate financier under investigation by the FSA for alleged insider trading, representing two energy company employees required to give evidence to the SFO and DOJ in relation to a US/UK corruption investigation and advising two former directors alleged to have acted fraudulently in relation to a procurement contract worth in excess of a billion pounds. He has also advised international companies on the likely practical implications of the implementation of the Bribery Act 2010 and reviewed anti- corruption compliance systems in order to meet its requirements. Tom is a former committee member and Law Reform Officer for the London Criminal Courts Solicitors’ Association (LCCSA), a member of the Association of Regulatory and Disciplinary Lawyers (ARDL) and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). He has lectured to professional and commercial organisations including the British Bankers’ Association and has articles and commented in both the legal and mainstream press including The New Law Journal, The Times and The Wall Street Journal. "Increasing international cooperation amongst investigative agencies and heavy regulation has resulted in many businesses and professionals needing expert advice on complex investigatory and regulatory issues. If you need any assistance in dealing effectively with those issues I would be delighted to hear from you." |
