Practice Area
Fraud and Anti-Corruption
Ondati Mogaka and Associates Advocates provides trusted advice and representation in serious fraud, bribery and corruption matters. We act for corporates, financial institutions, public bodies and individuals facing investigation or regulatory scrutiny, as well as those pursuing redress in civil fraud proceedings.
We draw on extensive experience handling complex and often multi-jurisdictional cases involving the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), National Crime Agency (NCA), HMRC, and overseas enforcement agencies.
Whether the issue is criminal exposure, reputational risk, compliance failings or asset recovery, we combine technical precision with sound strategic judgement.
Our Services
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Internal Investigations and Compliance Reviews
We advise boards and in-house teams on conducting confidential internal investigations, reviewing risk management systems, and strengthening compliance frameworks. We regularly support clients responding to whistle-blower reports, audit findings and regulatory concerns.
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Bribery and Corruption
We have in-depth experience advising and global anti-corruption regimes, including matters relating to facilitation payments, gifts and hospitality policies, and third-party agent risks. We also represent clients in responding to enforcement action, including deferred prosecution agreements (DPAs).
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Civil Fraud and Asset Tracing
Our team acts in fraud litigation involving freezing orders, search and seizure (Anton Piller) orders, disclosure applications, and asset tracing across multiple jurisdictions. We represent both claimants and defendants in disputes arising from misappropriation, breach of fiduciary duty, conspiracy and deceit.
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Criminal Defence and Regulatory Investigations
We represent individuals and corporates under active investigation or prosecution for fraud, corruption, money laundering and related offences. We are experienced in handling dawn raids, interviews under caution, production orders and extradition requests.
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Cross-border Matters
We regularly coordinate with overseas counsel in cross-border fraud investigations and multi-agency enforcement actions, including mutual legal assistance and international anti-corruption cooperation.
Sectors We Serve
- Financial services
- Construction and infrastructure
- Energy and natural resources
- Public procurement and defence
- Technology and telecoms
- Charities and non-profits
