High Court Freezing Injunction Secures German Firm’s Assets in Global Fraud Case

High Court Freezing Injunction; a view of a German city

In a complex and fast-moving case with international dimensions, expert litigation firm, Adam Benedict, led by Head of Litigation Ian Coupland, demonstrated his High Court expertise by acting swiftly to protect the interests of a German energy certification company that fell victim to a sophisticated cross-border fraud scheme.

The client, a leading German business involved in the trading of energy emissions certificates, was targeted by a Spanish fraudster who posed as a representative of one of their trusted long-term customers. Through falsified credentials and convincing deception, the fraudster managed to divert a significant volume of emissions certificates. The client, believing they were transferring certificates to a legitimate recipient, unknowingly sent them to the fraudster, who then sold them to third parties—pocketing the proceeds through UK-based corporate vehicles.

The fraudulent scheme involved establishing a UK company, designed to launder the criminal proceeds through a British bank account before the funds were further dispersed to accounts in Ireland. Recognising the urgency and scale of the deception, Adam Benedict took immediate action in the High Court in London, securing a freezing injunction to prevent further dissipation of funds and disclosure orders to trace the movement of money through the banking system.

Working in close coordination with specialist lawyers in Dublin, Ian expanded the investigation across jurisdictions, ensuring that the flow of funds to Ireland was fully examined. Simultaneously, he collaborated with legal partners in Spain to assist in launching criminal proceedings through the Spanish authorities, ensuring a robust response on both the civil and criminal fronts.

This case highlights the critical importance of acting decisively and strategically in international fraud matters. Adam Benedict’s leadership in securing cross-border remedies through the High Court, including injunctions and investigative orders, was instrumental in halting the fraud and paving the way for recovery.

If your company is facing the threat of fraud or financial misconduct—particularly across borders—act decisively and get in touch today. Ian’s proven ability to coordinate complex international litigation and obtain rapid relief in the High Court makes him the trusted choice for serious, complex disputes.

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