Wilkstone Law are experienced Companies House prosecutions solicitors representing company directors and businesses facing criminal prosecution under the Companies Act 2006.
Our solicitors regularly defend allegations involving failure to file annual accounts, failure to file confirmation statements, and other offences connected to statutory obligations owed to Companies House. We understand that many directors are unaware that failing to file accounts on time can result in criminal proceedings, financial penalties, and a criminal conviction.
Companies House has enforcement powers to prosecute company directors for non compliance with company filing requirements. The most common offence involves failing to file annual accounts within the required time limits under sections 441 and 451 of the Companies Act 2006.
Where directors fail to comply with their legal obligations, Companies House may commence criminal proceedings against both companies and individual directors.
A conviction for failing to file accounts is a criminal offence and can lead to:
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All Companies House prosecutions for failing to file company accounts are prosecuted at Cardiff Magistrates Court. As Cardiff-based defence solicitors, Wilkstone Law are uniquely placed to provide direct representation for company directors facing prosecution.
Our lawyers regularly attend Cardiff Magistrates Court on behalf of clients accused of failing to file accounts, allowing directors in many cases to avoid attending court personally.
Early legal advice is essential when facing prosecution by Companies House. Our defence team has extensive experience preparing written representations to Companies House arguing that a criminal prosecution is not in the public interest.
Where there is evidence that directors took reasonable steps to comply with their statutory obligations, or where there are mitigating circumstances surrounding late filing, it may be possible to persuade Companies House not to continue with criminal proceedings.
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A criminal conviction arising from a Companies House prosecution may carry long term implications. Directors found guilty of failing to file company accounts may encounter difficulties securing professional positions, passing DBS checks, or travelling internationally.
Wilkstone Law provides specialist advice, support, and defence representation for directors and businesses dealing with Companies House prosecutions. From the outset, our solicitors work to minimise risk, protect your position, and seek the best possible outcome.
If you are under investigation or have received a summons relating to annual accounts, confirmation statements, or other Companies House offences, contact our Companies House prosecutions solicitors for urgent legal advice.
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If you have been arrested, you should not answer police questions until you have received expert legal advice from criminal defence solicitors.
You should only confirm your name and basic personal details before requesting legal representation. You are entitled to free legal advice whilst in police custody, and early representation at the police station can significantly affect the outcome of a criminal investigation.
Wilkstone Law provide immediate police station representation and expert legal advice for clients accused of criminal offences throughout Cardiff and across England and Wales.
If you have been released on police bail or released under investigation, it is important to seek expert legal advice as soon as possible.
Our criminal defence solicitors can review the evidence, advise you in relation to the investigation and consider whether pre-charge engagement with the police may be appropriate. In some criminal cases, early representations can result in allegations being dropped or no further action being taken.
We can also advise upon:
Early strategic advice can strengthen your defence and improve the outcome of your case.
Wilkstone Law can provide independent expert legal advice and a second opinion regarding your criminal defence matter.
Our solicitors can obtain the police disclosure and paperwork from the Duty Solicitor, review the evidence and advise whether the legal advice previously provided was appropriate in the circumstances.
We regularly assist clients who require ongoing representation following release from police custody and can take over conduct of the case where appropriate.
Call us as soon as possible – we will agree a fixed fee consultation to discuss and advise upon your case. At this meeting, we will advise you upon what happens next and will apply for copies of the police statements and evidence before your first court appearance.
We will carefully consider the evidence and advise you upon the strength of the police evidence and upon any defence that you may have to the charges you face. There may be urgent steps that we advise you to take to strengthen your defence before you appear in court.
The first appearance in any court case is at the Magistrates Court – we can appear in court on your behalf to represent you.
If you have been charged with a criminal offence and required to attend court, you should seek legal advice immediately.
Our criminal defence solicitors in Cardiff can advise you upon:
The first hearing in a criminal case will usually take place before the Magistrates’ Court. Early preparation and expert representation can make a significant difference to the progression and outcome of proceedings.
Yes. The first call to Wilkstone Law is free.
During the initial call, we can provide general guidance regarding next steps and arrange a fixed fee consultation to discuss your case in greater detail. However, we cannot provide case-specific legal advice until formally instructed.
Consultations can usually be arranged at short notice either in person, by telephone, or via video conference.
Our fixed fee consultations start from £500 plus VAT.
Following the initial consultation, we are often able to provide a fixed fee quotation for representation throughout the lifetime of your criminal case.
Legal fees will depend upon several factors including:
Wilkstone Law also advise clients in relation to legal aid and Legal Aid Agency funding where available.
Wilkstone Law are accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Our Managing Director, Jon Wilkins, is recognised as a Grade A Solicitor by the Legal Aid Agency and is a recommended lawyer in The Legal 500.
Our criminal defence solicitors are highly regarded for providing expert legal advice and representation in serious and complex criminal cases.