Bounce Back Loan Fraud Defence Solicitors
Government-backed Bounce Back Loans were a financial lifeline for many small businesses during the pandemic. But as post-COVID scrutiny increases, so have investigations into suspected misuse. If you’re being investigated for Bounce Back Loan fraud, early legal advice is critical. At Holborn Adams, we specialise in pre-charge engagement, helping to get cases dropped early. Call us now for expert, discreet legal advice.

Facing a Bounce Back Loan fraud investigation? We act fast to protect your interests.
Holborn Adams is one of the UK’s leading private criminal defence firms, with Legal 500-recognised directors and a team experienced in white-collar crime defence. We are frequently instructed to defend clients at the earliest stage - from receipt of a Section 16 letter to voluntary interviews under caution, dawn raids, or following business insolvency.
We understand the severe reputational and financial damage these investigations can cause. That’s why we act quickly to build a robust defence, often working with forensic accountants and compliance specialists to assess your business records and defend the legitimacy of your application and loan use. Our team liaises directly with HMRC, the Insolvency Service, and prosecuting authorities such as the Department for Business and the National Investigation Service (NATIS), often securing resolutions before charges are brought.
We are a private criminal defence firm and do not offer legal aid. Instead, we work on a fixed-fee basis to deliver dedicated, confidential legal support with outstanding care and attention to detail throughout your case.
If you are found guilty of knowingly providing false or misleading information to obtain a loan, or of misusing the funds, you may face criminal prosecution under the Fraud Act 2006 and Companies Act 2006. Sentences for serious offences can include up to 10 years’ imprisonment, director disqualification, asset confiscation, and personal liability for company debts in insolvency proceedings. The severity of the penalty depends on the value of the fraud and your level of involvement.
Here are just some of the Bounce Back Loan fraud issues we can defend:
- Providing false information to access a loan
- Applying for multiple loans
- Using funds for personal or non-business purposes
- Claiming for a non-trading or dormant company
- Failing to repay the loan despite available assets
- Director disqualification or fraud investigation
Nationwide Support
We take on clients across the UK
We have offices spread all across the UK (and even beyond!). We can represent you no matter where you are in the UK.
What we can offer
Extensive experience from successful cases.
Optional visits to your home to discuss case details.
Remote communications to save you travel time.
Ability to work to tight timescales to match the pace of the case.
Transparent pricing with fixed fees*

Our process
Our success-driven legal plan
We offer legal support from day one. Here is the process you’ll go through as a Holborn Adams client
Enquiry call with a legal expert
Get in touch for a confidential discussion. We’ll carefully review your situation, explain what the Bounce Back Loan fraud investigation may involve, and guide you on the next steps including a no-obligation quote.
Case review and approval
Our team will conduct a swift but comprehensive assessment of your case and provide a fixed-fee proposal. Once you approve, we’ll begin representing you without delay.
Strategy development
We craft a tailored defence plan specific to your investigation type, whether it’s HMRC’s fraud inquiry, a NATIS interview, or insolvency-related scrutiny. When necessary, we collaborate with forensic accountants or insolvency specialists.
Representation
We handle all communications with HMRC, NATIS, and related agencies on your behalf. From interviews under caution to negotiating voluntary disclosures, we provide full support and representation throughout the process.



Respected and trusted
As proud members of the UK’s largest legal sector governing bodies, we are a team you can put your full trust in. We adhere to strict industry regulations, so you can be confident your case is in safe hands.
Our legal services
How our Bounce Back Loan fraud solicitors can support you
Each Bounce Back Loan fraud investigation is unique. Whether you face allegations of fraudulent loan claims or improper use of funds, our experienced team is ready to assist you.

Apply for varied bail conditions
If authorities have imposed restraint orders or you’re subject to restrictive bail conditions, we can help apply for variations to lessen their impact on your daily and professional life.

Create a defence strategy
We scrutinise the evidence and claims made by investigators, identify any flaws or gaps, and develop a defence strategy customised for your circumstances. We advise on voluntary disclosure or other approaches to handling allegations.

Reputation management
Fraud investigations can seriously affect your reputation. We offer confidential crisis management support to help you safeguard your public standing and career during the investigation.

Attend interviews
We accompany you to interviews under caution and voluntary meetings to ensure your rights are protected and to prevent any unintentional admissions or mistakes.

Early resolution with police
When attending interviews under caution, we provide you with full support and guidance to minimise risks and potential self-incrimination.

Persuade the CPS to drop charges
If the case proceeds to prosecution, we prepare compelling legal representations to the CPS, aiming to resolve the matter without court proceedings where possible.
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Our Fees
Fixed fee defence
Our team will give you a free, no-obligation quote after your initial consultation. We offer a fixed fee service, free of any hidden extra costs. Our firm is exclusively privately-funded meaning we cannot accept any legal aid clients. Your fees secure you a top-tier team and top-tier treatment, covering
Dedicated, experienced legal team.
Ability to get your case dropped before charges.
Representation at interviews and court hearings.
Requests to vary bail conditions where required.
Negotiating with police or prosecutors
Referrals to various support services.

Frequently asked questions
Here are some answers to our most commonly asked questions - for tailored support with your case, please call us now for a free initial consultation.
You can make an enquiry call for free, but we cannot provide free legal advice. As a 100% privately funded firm, we offer defence services exclusively to paying clients. During your enquiry call, we’ll learn about your case, confirm whether we can help, and give you a rough estimate of costs. Your case details will then be shared with our team to develop an initial strategy and prepare a formal, no-obligation fixed-fee quote. If you choose to proceed, this fee will cover your full defence.
No - we are a 100% privately funded firm, meaning we charge a fixed fee for our services. We do not take on legal aid cases. We find that focusing on private cases only allows us to dedicate more time and resources to defending our clients to a much higher degree than firms who are stretched thin by intense legal aid caseloads.
Every case is different. After your initial consultation, we’ll determine which services are best for your defence, and calculate a fixed fee quote for you. The price depends on the complexity of the case, how long it will take, which team members are best for the case, and whether we need to instruct specialists. We do not charge by the hour - only a fixed fee for your whole defence.
We have a member of our legal team available to speak 24/7, 365 days a year. Whenever you need to speak to someone, you will be connected instantly. All calls are 100% confidential.
Yes, when you call us, your call is 100% confidential.
When you phone us, you’ll speak with a member of our legal team on a completely confidential basis. They will listen to your case and may ask additional questions to get as much detail as possible so the team can decide whether they are the best fit for you. We cannot give exact costs, a timeline, or suggestions on how to proceed in this initial call. After this, they will give your case details to the rest of the team and someone will be in touch with you with a no-obligation fixed fee quote for representation, and some ideas for next steps (such as pre-charge engagement, police interview representation, and similar). It is then up to you whether you’d like to accept the quote and proceed to formally instruct Holborn Adams.