Your Trusted Partner in Fund Recovery and Legal Protection

We help individuals and organizations recover lost assets and protect their financial rights with precision, integrity, and trust.

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About Us

We restore trust through legal excellence

Our firm specializes in helping individuals and organizations recover lost funds and protect their financial interests. We combine deep expertise with a commitment to transparency and trust, ensuring that each client receives the best possible legal support.

Fund Recovery

We help clients recover lost or stolen funds from fraudulent schemes and scams.

Legal Consultation

Our team provides clear, actionable legal advice tailored to your specific situation.

Financial Protection

We create legal strategies that safeguard your assets and prevent future losses.

Our Team

Daniel King

Managing Partner

With extensive leadership experience, Daniel guides the firm with strategic vision and client-focused dedication.

Jon Anderson

Senior Legal Partner

A seasoned expert, Jon directs complex matters with precision, strengthening client trust and team excellence.

James Petrovic

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

With deep financial expertise, James ensures firm stability, strategic growth, and strong support for client service.

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Our Services

1. Transaction Trace Request (Fund Recall Procedure)

Objective:
To initiate a formal trace of a financial transaction suspected to be linked to fraud, in order to identify the recipient account and attempt to recall the transferred funds.

Process:
Submission of a case file through the originating financial institution.
The bank contacts the beneficiary bank via the Faster Payments Scheme or SWIFT network.
Both institutions investigate the transaction trail and determine whether funds remain recoverable.

Legal Basis:
Payment Services Regulations 2017 (UK)
EU PSD2 (Directive (EU) 2015/2366)

2. Fraud Reimbursement Claim (Fraud Refund Appeal)

Objective:
To request reimbursement of funds lost as a result of Authorised Push Payment (APP) fraud or other misrepresentation.

Process:
Submission of claim to the customer’s financial institution.
Review under the Contingent Reimbursement Model Code (CRM Code).
If declined, escalation to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) for independent review.

Legal Basis:
Financial Conduct Authority Handbook
Contingent Reimbursement Model Code (UK Finance, 2019)

3. Law Enforcement Asset Recovery Motion

Objective:
To identify, freeze, and potentially confiscate assets obtained through criminal activity, including fraud or financial misconduct.

Process:
Law enforcement conducts forensic tracing of funds and linked assets.
Application for account freezing or confiscation orders through the courts.
Coordination with international agencies (e.g., Europol, Interpol) where relevant.

Legal Basis:
Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA)
Criminal Finances Act 2017.

4. Victim Support and Compensation (Scam Reclamation Program)

Objective:
To provide victims of financial crime with access to moral and financial support mechanisms, including potential restitution.

Process:
Victims submit claims through victim support organisations or ombudsman services.
Where a criminal conviction is secured, the court may issue a restitution order.
Additional assistance may be available through government-funded victim support schemes.

Legal Basis:
Victims’ Code (UK, 2020)
Restitution and Compensation Orders (Criminal Justice Act 1988).

5. Financial Crime Investigation and Account Freezing (Financial Crime Recuperation)

Objective:
To investigate financial misconduct by tracing illicit funds and freezing accounts associated with fraudulent activity.

Process:
Submission of evidence to a competent authority (e.g., FCA, NCA).
Evaluation of evidence and potential issuance of an Account Freezing Order (AFO).
Ongoing monitoring of financial activity linked to identified individuals or entities.

Legal Basis:
Proceeds of Crime Act 2002
Criminal Finances Act 2017.

How to Legally Recover Funds Lost to Online Scams

Anna Roberts | October 2025

Online fraud has increased rapidly, leaving many victims without proper guidance on legal recovery. Our firm specializes in providing comprehensive support to help individuals reclaim what was lost.

Identify and document the fraud: Gather all transaction details, communications, and receipts.
File a formal complaint: Contact local authorities and submit an official report.
Seek a legal expert: A qualified attorney can help trace digital evidence and coordinate with law enforcement.
Initiate recovery procedures: Legal action can often retrieve lost assets, especially when done promptly.
Protect yourself in the future: Verify financial platforms and always use secure payment methods.

Our Reviews

John Peterson

“The team helped me recover my funds after a complex investment scam. Their professionalism and clarity made all the difference.”

Emily Brown

“I never thought I’d see my money again, but LEX Legal proved me wrong. Honest, efficient, and compassionate throughout.”