Tanveer Qureshi
Profile
Tanveer specialises in:
- ESG Compliance and Environmental Crimes
- Corporate Investigations
- Health and Safety and Regulatory Matters
- Domestic and International Criminal/Civil Asset Recovery
- Fraud and Financial Crime
- Commercial Litigation
- SRA Professional Regulatory Proceedings
Tanveer is adept in ESG compliance, Health and Safety, Criminal Fraud, Civil Fraud, and POCA Asset Recovery. He provides expert advice and representation in civil and criminal disputes involving commercial wrongdoing, with a particular focus on offshore matters. His work predominantly involves domestic and international civil and criminal asset recovery on behalf of governments and businesses, as well as the global enforcement of judgments and awards.
His legal practice encompasses commercial litigation (including DIFC and AIFC), corruption, civil and criminal fraud, regulatory enforcement, sanctions, and professional discipline. Additionally, his disciplinary work includes defending cases before the Solicitor Disciplinary Tribunal.
ESG COMPLIANCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRIMES
- Tanveer frequently speaks on matters of ESG compliance and regulation.
- He has been retained as an adviser by various fashion manufacturers concerning the CMA’s ‘Greenwashing’ Guidance
- He has provided counsel to FCA-regulated firms regarding the green code sourcebook.
- Tanveer is a regular contributor to publications related to ESG matters.
- He is currently advising a high street fashion manufacturer on CMA guidance.
CORPORATE INVESTIGATIONS
Tanveer serves on the National Anti-Corruption Committee appointed by the Government of Cyprus, where he investigates corrupt practices across all governmental bodies. This work is ongoing.
He is currently engaged (both offshore and onshore) by various corporates and directors to assist with confidential corporate investigations.
Expertise
R v N Ltd, Southwark Crown Court (2025) – Following multiple Notices of Contravention, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) initiated prosecution against a construction company for alleged systemic failures in safe working systems. The company was accused of lacking adequate guidance for work at height. The case is ongoing.
R v R Ltd, Southwark Crown Court (2025) – This case involves catastrophic injuries from a lift crush accident, with the HSE alleging breaches of §2 and §3 duties of HSWA due to the company’s failure to conduct “Thoroughly Examined” (TE) assessments on the lift. A preliminary argument about maintenance responsibility is underway.
R v M, Cambridge Crown Court (2025) – This case pertains to alleged §2 and §3 HSWA breaches following an HSE inspection of a steel manufacturing plant. The company is accused of failing to implement mechanisms to manage risks associated with high-intensity welding processes. The case is ongoing.
R v F, Exeter Crown Court (2025) – In an ongoing joint prosecution by the HSE and Crown Prosecution Service, the company faces allegations of breaches under §2 and §3 duties, a company director has been charged with dangerous driving following a filming incident that caused an employee to sustain catastrophic brain damage.
R v B Ltd, Southwark Crown Court (2024) – Tanveer acted for a company accused of §2 and §3 HSWA breaches resulting in a fatal accident at a glass storage facility. A favourable plea bargain was successfully negotiated, resulting in a low culpability fine.
R v X, Chelmsford Crown Court (2023) – Tanveer represented a director accused by the HSE of performing unsafe and defective commercial plumbing work without proper registration on the Gas Safe Register. He successfully dismissed two charges, resulting in an agreement on remaining offences that avoided a custodial sentence.
R v SWMI Ltd, Southwark Crown Court (2023) – Tanveer represented a concrete mix company prosecuted by the HSE due to a worker’s fatal accident. During cross-examination, the crown expert witness acknowledged a lack of objectivity in his report, there was a favourable outcome for sentencing despite the company’s high culpability.
R v P Ltd, Northampton Crown Court (2023) – In this case involving a work-at-height accident at the Silverstone racing circuit, Tanveer successfully defended the contractor, resulting in an acquittal while others were convicted.
R v S Ltd, Birmingham Crown Court (2023) – Charged with corporate manslaughter stemming from a fatal workplace incident at a construction site, the allegation against Tanveer’s client was not pursued after legal discussions.
R v K, Southwark Crown Court (2022) – Representing a defendant prosecuted by the London Fire Brigade for alleged fire safety breaches, the pivotal issue revolved around whether the defendant operated the premises as a hotel or treated it as a construction site.
R v P Ltd, Reading Crown Court (2022) – The HSE prosecuted the company and its director for allegedly exposing workers to asbestos risks. Following an agreed low culpability basis of plea, the claim was settled.
R v T Ltd, Birmingham Crown Court (2021) – Involving a national restaurant chain accused of breaching food hygiene laws, Tanveer successfully argued for the dismissal of numerous charges, significantly reducing culpability.
R v R Ltd, Birmingham Crown Court (2021) – The HSE halted work on a construction project due to safety risks, leading to prosecution under §2 and §3 of HSWA.
SRA v G (ongoing) – Representing two solicitors accused of failing to adhere to SRA codes while assisting a vulnerable client in the undervalued sale of property.
SRA v JB (ongoing) – A solicitor facing allegations of dishonesty due to improper due diligence on the transmission of client funds, resulting in a total financial loss.
SRA v M (ongoing) – A solicitor accused of misappropriating funds from a client account.
SRA v RP (2024) – A solicitor faced charges of dishonesty for allegedly instructing a junior colleague to provide false testimony; Tanveer argued it was a momentary lapse, resulting in a suspension rather than disbarment.
SRA v RB (2024) – A solicitor accused of a conflict of interest and breaching SRA codes while acting for a friend in a non-competent area, resulting in an agreed resolution.
Tanveer is frequently retained to draft responses to Rule 12 statements.
Listed Assets Order, Maidstone Magistrates’ Court – Five Audemars Piguet watches valued at £3.2 million seized by HMRC. Case ongoing.
Account Freezing Order, Nottingham Magistrates’ Court – A Chinese national’s bank account containing £2 million was frozen under allegations linked to ‘Daigou trading’ and an informal value transfer system (IVTS), which the Respondent denies. Case ongoing.
Account Freezing Order, Leicester Magistrates’ Court – A personal account containing £1 million was frozen over allegations of funds from the sale of a forged painting. Case ongoing.
Account Freezing Order, Newcastle Magistrates’ Court – HMRC obtained an AFO over three corporate accounts, freezing £3 million, alleging involvement in payroll fraud. A successful variation allowed Tanveer to reduce the detention period.
Account Freezing Order, Kirklees Magistrates’ Court – HMRC obtained an AFO on a corporate account linked to MTEC fraud. Successful variation resulted in the release of funds for legal and business expenses.
Account Freezing Order, Leeds Magistrates’ Court – Police secured an AFO over six accounts totalling £5.6 million, alleging fraud in home insulation services. Following a successful variation, Tanveer released legal funds, with the case ongoing.
Account Freezing Order, Croydon Magistrates’ Court (2025) – An established car garage had £1 million frozen across six accounts; the respondent claimed these funds were legitimate business earnings. Tanveer successfully amended the order to release £300,000. Case ongoing.
Account Freezing Order, Maidstone Magistrates’ Court (2025) – An AFO for £360,000 was obtained by police, alleging links to criminal crypto dealings. Case ongoing.
Account Freezing Order, Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court (2024) – An AFO was issued against one account for £400,000, with police claiming the funds were from counterfeit trading. Tanveer successfully set aside the order, securing the release of all funds.
Account Freezing Order, Kirklees Magistrates’ Court (2023) – Home Office obtained an AFO for £540,000 due to alleged unregulated immigration advice. After detailed negotiations, a settlement saw £300,000 returned to the respondent.
Account Freezing Order, Leeds Magistrates’ Court (2023) – Police froze £200,000 across two accounts, alleging links to laundering via a crypto platform. The respondent secured the release of £150,000, retaining only £50,000.
NCA v P, Property Freezing Order (2025) – Tanveer advised and represented various defendants in settled proceedings before the National Crime Agency.
NCA v T, Property Freezing Order (2025) – Tanveer acted for a defendant accused of concealing illicit gains; these proceedings were also settled.
R v P, Leeds Crown Court (2025) – Operation Yulan involved a £4 million pension fund fraud where defendants allegedly created and promoted schemes promising early tax-free access to pension funds.
R v M, Manchester Crown Court (2025) – In Operation Paradigalla, directors are accused of fraudulently using CE markings on medical devices to facilitate their sale to health services in the UK and EU.
R v SI, Cardiff Crown Court (2024) – The Gangmasters Authority prosecuted a hotel owner for modern slavery; all charges were dismissed after a successful argument.
FCA v H (2024) – FCA-led prosecution of an individual for entering unregulated loan agreements.
Royal Mail v T, Southwark Crown Court (2023) – A multi-defendant fraud case alleging a £12 million loss to Royal Mail due to fraudulent parcel weight representations.
R v W, Birmingham Crown Court (2023) – Operation Circus 2 involved allegations of over £16 million obtained through fraudulent investment schemes targeting high-net-worth individuals outside FCA regulation.
R v O, Southwark Crown Court (2022) – In Operation Storm, the SFO prosecuted two directors for allegedly fraudulently obtaining £10 million through false investment products.
2025: Acting on behalf of a football agent in a case defending against a claim for damages resulting from the death of a player in an aviation accident.
2025: Acting for a corporate director alleging a former employee misappropriated funds – ongoing proceedings before the Business and Property Court, Rolls Building.
2025: §994 Companies Act 2006 claim concerning a shareholder dispute, representing the respondent against allegations of fraud by a former company director.
2025: Representing a leading fire equipment manufacturer in Dubai, UAE, in a multi-million-pound breach of contract claim seeking damages and specific performance before the Business and Property Court and concurrent proceedings in the DIFC.
2025: In a civil fraud case assigned by the Trustee in Bankruptcy, representing an individual asserting beneficial interests related to a trust set up to protect assets.
2025: Advocating for an innocent purchaser of a £1 million watch, currently involved in concurrent proceedings in the DIFC regarding ownership claims from the original owner.
2025: Providing ongoing legal advice in a family dispute over inheritance and the validity of a will.
2024: Engaging in cryptocurrency litigation related to a loan advance, with claims regarding the repayment obligation’s scope. Proceedings are in the Business and Property Court, Rolls Building.
Inquest regarding a workplace death (2025) – Case ongoing involving the death of a worker due to negligent practices.
Inquest into the death of a person due to care services provider conduct (2024) – Following failure to provide care at home, leading to the deceased’s death post-hospital discharge. No criminal or CQC investigation was initiated.
Inquest into a death in police custody (2021) – An Article 2 inquest with a jury was conducted for eight West Yorkshire Police officers; the jury ruled the death as accidental.