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Pre-Packaged Insolvency
A pre-pack sale has long been a staple of newspaper headlines and invariably alludes to creditors being “stitched up” by the insolvency process. But what is a pre-pack? The term “pre-pack sale” refers to an arrangement under which the sale of all or part of a company’s business or assets is negotiated with a purchase
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Policyholder Update: When does your insurer have a “duty to speak”?
In a recent decision, the Court of Appeal has found that, in certain circumstances, an insurer has a duty to tell its policyholder that their conduct is at risk of jeopardising their claim for cover.
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Worldwide Freezing Injunction: clarification of the correct test for the existence of assets
The Court of Appeal has recently considered a case where Chabra worldwide freezing orders – a well-used tool of litigators, not only to secure assets to satisfy English judgments, but also in aid of foreign proceedings, pursuant to Section 25 of the Civil Jurisdiction and Judgments Act 1982 (CJJA) – were sought pursuant to the
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Fraud in 2020 and beyond
Fraud in 2020 and beyond. An IFG panel discussing the impact of the world’s fastest growing industry. To see a selection of photographs from the event, please click here.
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Join us at the C5 Conference
The IFG proudly sponsors the annual C5 Fraud, Asset Tracing and Recovery Conference in Geneva on 16 & 17 March 2017. Hotel de la Paix, a Ritz Carlton Partner Hotel 11 Quai du Mont Blanc 1211 Genève Suisse (view map) If you are attending, we would be delighted if you could join us for a drinks reception
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ACFE Fraud Conference Europe
Meet other CFEs across Europe at the 2017 ACFE Fraud Conference Europe, 19-21 March | London, U.K. Join top anti-fraud professionals in London for the 2017 ACFE Fraud Confer-ence Europe, and learn the latest trends in fraud prevention, detection and deterrence. With dynamic educational opportunities, experienced instructors and invaluable networking opportunities, this event offers the
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Court of Appeal Rules on Reverse Burden of Proof in Corruption Case
Reverse burden of proof provisions have been the subject of considerable debate both in Ireland and abroad. Recently the Court of Appeal, in a rare judgment on the interpretation of the Prevention of Corruption Act 1906, upheld a provision which imposes a reverse burden of proof in certain bribery cases. The judgment relates to an
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New European ‘Freezers’ will Provide a Fast and Effective Tool in Preserving Funds in Cross-Border Cases from January 2017
From January 2017, creditors domiciled in EU Member States that have signed up to a new European regulation will be able to avail of the new European Account Preservation Order (EAPO) which provides a novel fast track way to preserve funds held in EU bank accounts in cross-border civil and commercial disputes.  As the UK
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Introducing our Global Asset Recovery Guides
In an era where cross-border financial disputes and asset recovery have become increasingly intricate, our guides offer a practical roadmap for navigating asset recovery across various jurisdictions.
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Message from Gary Miller
    As we begin a new year, we look forward to new collaborations and to seeing our community continue to grow stronger, more global, and increasingly active. Our event in Mumbai last November with Dr. Shibani Belwalkar marked a major milestone for the network — including the transition from our Steering Committee to a
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IFG Event in London / 8-9 June 2026
The International Fraud Group (IFG) will bring together its global network in London for two days of insight, collaboration, and connection.
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20th Anniversary Edition Fraud, Asset Tracing & Recovery Geneva
For 20 years, C5’s Fraud, Asset Tracing & Recovery Geneva conference has been the premiere annual gathering for the global fraud and asset recovery community.
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OffshoreAlert Conference Miami 26-28, April 2026
Whatever your role in the fast-paced world of high-value international finance, you need to understand what’s going on at any given time to mitigate risk and maximize opportunity. Every significant business or investment decision should be preceded by a comprehensive process of trying to understand what you’re contemplating getting into. In other words, don’t ‘wing
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OffshoreAlert Conference Bangkok March 11-12, 2026!
As a proud partner of OffshoreAlert Bangkok, IFG invites you to join the leading event on intelligence, investigations, and recovery in high-value international finance. Join top investigators, insolvency practitioners, asset recovery attorneys, and intelligence specialists as we bring our signature blend of expertise, innovation, and global connections to the region. In the fast-paced world of
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Disputes Nightmares Scenario flash digital session: “What would you do if…you are served with a worldwide freezing order?”
Join Barry Coffey, Partner in the Dispute Resolution team at Mishcon de Reya, Matthew Ewens, Partner in the White Collar Crime and Investigations team and Claire Davidson of DRD Partnership as they consider what to do if you, your company or one of your directors are served with a worldwide freezing order. Date: Wednesday 6th November at 12 noon There is
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Artificial Intelligence (AI): Are machines revolutionizing International Arbitration?
Claudio de Castro, Partner of Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega has written the below article on AI.
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