Our Asset Tracing and Recovery Service
Specialist Asset Recovery and Asset Tracing Solicitors
When valuable assets are at risk, it’s essential to speak to asset recovery solicitors who can move quickly and protect your position.
We act for businesses, lenders, insolvency practitioners, officeholders, and high-net-worth individuals. We help trace, freeze, and recover assets nationwide and internationally (where needed).
Whether you are dealing with fraud, director misconduct, misappropriated funds, an unpaid judgment or a distressed business, our commercial litigation and insolvency specialists work together to secure recoveries and manage risk.
We agree clear objectives with you, design a practical asset recovery strategy and use the full range of civil, insolvency and enforcement tools available.
Who We Advise
Our asset recovery solicitors specialise in complex and often urgent situations where assets have been hidden, dissipated or put beyond straightforward reach. We act in standalone asset recovery claims and as part of wider commercial, fraud and insolvency disputes.
We regularly advise:
- Insolvency practitioners seeking to trace and recover company assets.
- Businesses and lenders facing fraud, misappropriation or other wrongdoing.
- Directors, shareholders and investors trying to preserve value in a distressed business.
- Judgment creditors needing a strategy to turn a judgment or arbitral award into cash.
We work closely with our Business Debt Recovery and Insolvency and Restructuring teams where there are parallel debt claims or formal insolvency processes, including office-holder remedies.
Many matters involve assets or parties in other jurisdictions.
We regularly coordinate cross-border asset recovery with trusted local firms, using local law tools and recognition procedures to follow assets overseas.
Because cash flow, reputation and speed are critical, we give clear, commercial advice on which steps are proportionate and likely to be effective.
How Our Asset Recovery Lawyers Can Help
Freezing Injunctions, Asset Tracing & Emergency Court Orders
In many asset recovery cases, the priority is to stop assets from disappearing and secure key evidence.
Our asset recovery solicitors regularly apply, often at short notice, for urgent interim remedies in the High Court.
Depending on the case, we may use:
- Freezing injunctions (Mareva orders): orders preventing a defendant from dealing with assets up to a specified value, sometimes on a worldwide basis.
- Proprietary injunctions: orders preserving specific assets said to belong to you, such as funds held on trust.
- Search orders: orders allowing supervised searches of premises or devices where there is a real risk that documents or data will be destroyed.
- Norwich Pharmacal and Bankers Trust orders: disclosure orders against third parties (for example, banks, exchanges or platforms) who are “mixed up” in wrongdoing and can help identify wrongdoers or trace assets.
We can advise you on:
- The evidential thresholds for each type of order.
- Whether a without-notice (ex parte) application is appropriate.
- The impact of cross-undertakings in damages and potential cost risks.
- How best to manage publicity, enforcement and follow-on proceedings.
If you are on the receiving end of a freezing order or disclosure application, we also advise on urgent protective steps, applications to vary or discharge orders, and strategies to minimise disruption while safeguarding your rights.
Asset Recovery in Insolvency & Director Misconduct
Asset recovery is often central to insolvency work. When a company or individual becomes insolvent, the officeholder must identify, secure and realise assets for creditors.
Our insolvency and asset recovery solicitors help officeholders and stakeholders to maximise returns and manage the risk of claims against directors and third parties. Key areas include:
- Transactions at an undervalue and preferences: Challenging transactions designed to put assets beyond creditors or to favour certain creditors, using powers under the Insolvency Act 1986.
- Wrongful trading and misfeasance: Pursuing directors who continue trading when there is no reasonable prospect of avoiding insolvent liquidation, or who breach their duties.
- Recovery and tracing of assets: Using information-gathering powers, public examinations and civil claims to locate and recover company property.
- Vesting orders and dissolved companies: Dealing with assets that have passed to the Crown on dissolution and securing vesting orders where appropriate.
We also act for directors and stakeholders facing claims from officeholders, including alleged misfeasance, unlawful dividends or guarantees. We focus on clear, realistic advice about litigation risk, settlement options and reputational issues. Where appropriate, we dovetail asset recovery work with our Business Debt Recovery service to convert claims into recoveries as efficiently as possible.
Civil Fraud and International Asset Recovery
Our asset recovery solicitors act in complex civil fraud claims, often involving sophisticated schemes and international elements.
We can assist with:
- Claims for deceit, conspiracy, dishonest assistance and knowing receipt.
- Breach of fiduciary duty and breach of trust claims.
- Tracing claims where assets have passed through multiple hands, vehicles or structures.
- Claims involving corporate vehicles, trusts and offshore structures.
- Recognition and enforcement of foreign insolvency and restructuring proceedings.
Where assets or defendants are abroad, we work with overseas firms to coordinate civil fraud claims and enforcement.
Cryptocurrency and Digital Asset Tracing
Cryptocurrency and other digital assets now feature in many asset recovery cases.
English law recognises that certain crypto assets (such as Bitcoin) can be treated as property and can be the subject of proprietary and freezing injunctions.
Our asset recovery solicitors can help where crypto assets have been stolen, misdirected or concealed.
Working with specialist blockchain and forensic experts, we can:
- Trace transactions on public and private blockchains.
- Identify wallets, exchanges and service providers linked to the fraud.
- Preserve evidence of transactions and account activity.
- Link on-chain activity to off-chain data such as KYC information and banking records.
Using that evidence, we may seek urgent freezing and proprietary injunctions over identifiable wallets and exchanges, apply for disclosure orders, coordinate civil claims against those responsible and work with overseas firms where exchanges, custodians or assets are in other jurisdictions.
Enforcing Judgments and Arbitral Awards
Obtaining a judgment or arbitral award is only the first step. Turning that decision into money requires a focused enforcement strategy that targets assets most likely to deliver payment.
Our asset recovery solicitors help you to:
- Analyse the debtor’s asset profile, including property, shareholdings and receivables.
- Choose appropriate enforcement tools, such as charging orders, third-party debt orders, attachment of earnings orders and orders for sale.
- Use insolvency procedures tactically where appropriate, including statutory demands, winding-up petitions and bankruptcy petitions.
- Enforce foreign judgments and arbitral awards in England and Wales, under statutory regimes or common law principles.
We discuss the costs, timing and likely effectiveness of each enforcement option.
Why Choose Myerson’s Asset Recovery Team
- We are a Top 200 UK-recognised law firm, with vast experience in complex asset recovery cases.
- You receive partner-led advice from specialist asset recovery solicitors, supported by a larger team able to move quickly when assets are at risk.
- We combine commercial litigation, civil fraud, insolvency and regulatory expertise, so you have a single, coordinated strategy rather than fragmented advice.
- We have experience in cross-border asset recovery, including coordinating proceedings in multiple jurisdictions through trusted overseas firms.
- We are familiar with cryptocurrency and digital asset recovery, and legal experts work with specialist investigators where appropriate.
- We provide clear, transparent pricing and flexible funding options for eligible claims.
- Our legal expertise extends across various financial disputes, ensuring you receive comprehensive assistance.
- Communication is central to our approach. You receive regular updates, realistic advice on prospects and clear next steps.
Testimonials
Mr. Blakey
Fantastic service as always from Myerson. The quick communication makes all the difference.
Jack
Like most people I don't find myself in situations that require a solicitor very often. So, the process can feel a little intimidating and daunting when it does come up. But, Suzanne at Myserson was both professional and supportive during my case - giving me excellent, informed and realistic advice which gave me the reassurance to successfully resolve my case.
Legal 500
The team at Myerson are very effective, dynamic, ambitious and very personable. A very cohesive and positive team that consistently achieve excellent results for their clients. The team consistently rise to the challenges presented by challenging cases.
Richard
Myerson have helped us with successful outcomes in legal disputes, contract negotiations and re-writing our Terms & Conditions. We have always found their service to prompt, positive and in relatively simple terms. I have entire confidence that they are giving me sound advice. I would fully recommend their services and we feel well protected in the future.
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The commercial litigation team at Myersons is a regional team doing national level work – with aplomb.
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The help we have received advising us on commercial agents' contracts has been hugely beneficial. In particular, Suzanne has helped us with the exit of an agent from the business. This has been handled with great professionalism and calm, direct advice, which has supported us through a very delicate process. With Suzanne's help we have reached a mutually agreeable outcome and we are happy that this gentleman can leave the business without any animosity, which was our definite preference.
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Mr. William
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Legal 500
Suzanne Carr is an immensely talented litigator who is adept at steering disputes to a successful conclusion and remaining focused on the key issues.
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Adam Maher and his team are pros. Adam is an intellectual powerhouse. He stays calm under pressure yet remains focused, confident and motivated to produce the best results. He has great attention to detail and won’t take any nonsense. Good integrity and can argue well.
Legal 500
My view is that this firm is one of the best, focused, strategic and hardworking outfits in the region; with attention to detail and a laser sharp focus on the case at hand, you absolutely want them on your side in any piece of challenging commercial litigation. They will give most London law firms a run for their money.
Legal 500
Sven Clarke is a superstar. He has the rare mix of legal clout and commercial nous. He's a formidable opponent.
Legal 500
Adam Mayer leads a team of talented lawyers. The team give pragmatic advice, but are not afraid of taking on difficult cases. Particularly strong with regards to shareholder and partnership issues, showing an excellent grasp of the law and the nuances of dealing with interpersonal business disputes.
Legal 500
The commercial disputes team punches well above its weight - easily going toe-to-toe with London firms in contractual and shareholder disputes.
Legal 500
Adam Mayer combines excellence in his specialist area of law with being very approachable. He is commercial and pragmatic, but will still fight your corner.
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This team is outstanding in its strength in depth, positivity, teamwork and client care skills. A “can do” attitude runs throughout the team from partner to trainee and the team is very cohesive. Particular depth of experience in shareholder disputes.
Ms Wilson
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Adam Maher is an outstanding leader and litigator. His strategic vision is excellent, his legal analysis is first-rate and his leadership of the team is always very positive, leading to excellent results.
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Myerson Solicitors helped me retrieve 50K compensation from FSCS over poor financial advice I had received with regards to my pension. I received professional and efficient service throughout the process. All my calls and emails were responded to promptly. I was going to use Myerson Solicitors on a no win no fee basis. They advised me against it as they thought I will be paying a lot more and I have a reasonable chance for a successful outcome. They were absolutely right and I am glad that I trusted them.
Legal 500
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Asset Tracing and Recovery FAQs
When should I discuss my situation with a lawyer?
You should speak to asset recovery solicitors as soon as you suspect fraud, misappropriation or deliberate dissipation of assets.
The earlier you act, the more options you usually have, including urgent freezing injunctions or Norwich Pharmacal orders to obtain information from third parties.
Delay can seriously weaken your position, especially if assets are moved offshore or converted to other forms.
What is the difference between asset recovery and debt recovery?
Debt recovery is mainly about collecting unpaid invoices or straightforward contractual debts, often using a relatively standard pre-action and court process.
It focuses on identifying and recovering specific assets, often in the context of fraud, director misconduct, insolvency, or complex financial structures. It focuses on identifying and recovering specific assets, often in the context of fraud, director misconduct, insolvency or complex structures.
Our Business Debt Recovery service may handle the core claim, while our asset recovery solicitors manage tracing, injunctions and enforcement.
Can you help with cross-border asset recovery?
Yes. Many asset recovery cases involve assets or defendants outside England and Wales. We work with overseas firms to obtain recognition of English judgments, apply for local freezing or disclosure orders and coordinate enforcement of foreign judgments and arbitral awards here.
We are used to dealing with cross-border insolvency, complex corporate structures and international fraud, and we tailor the strategy to your risk profile and budget.
From 1 September 2025, large organisations can face a corporate criminal offence for failing to prevent fraud by associated persons under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023. These legal shifts impact our Authority in asset recovery services.
This does not replace civil asset recovery claims, but it changes the risk landscape. Regulators and prosecutors may pursue corporate investigations and civil recovery alongside your own claims. We help you assess your exposure, coordinate with any criminal or regulatory processes, and align internal investigations, compliance work and asset recovery strategy.
Can you defend asset recovery claims brought against me or my business?
Yes. We regularly act for defendants facing freezing orders, misfeasance claims, director-duty allegations, and POCA-related recovery proceedings, ensuring success in protecting your reputation.
We help you respond quickly to urgent injunctions, challenge over-broad disclosure requests and negotiate sensible solutions where appropriate. Protecting your reputation and ensuring that orders are fair and proportionate is central to our approach.
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