Ian Smith
Call: 2003
Education: LLB (Birmingham)
Languages: Working knowledge of Italian
Email: smith@11sb.com
Tel: 020 7831 6381 (466#)
Ian's Clerks
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Chris Chiles
Profile
Ian Smith practised as a solicitor in London from 1995 and was a solicitor advocate until his call to the Bar in 2003. Ian is a commercial litigator, whose practice encompasses complex and high value cases often with an international dimension. He is a specialist in:
- Civil court fraud litigation
- Private international law
- Asset recovery
- Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA)
- Anti-money laundering law.
Ian Smith is the lead editor and co-author of the practitioners' text Smith, Owen & Bodnar on Asset Recovery: Criminal Confiscation and Civil Recovery (2007, Oxford University Press), a regular speaker at conferences and writer in the legal press. Ian is a founding committee member of the Proceeds of Crime Lawyers’ Association.
What others say
Ian is recommended as a leading junior for civil fraud and the new 'POCA Work & Asset Forfeiture' category by Chambers & Partners. The directory says:
Former solicitor Ian Smith has a broad practice that takes in POCA litigation as well as general civil fraud matters. Interviewees point to his "commercial outlook and ease of use" as reasons to retain him. He is a frequent sight in High Court fraud claims, and recently handled a matter worth more than £10 million. (Civil Fraud - Chambers UK 2012)
The "skilled and pleasant" Ian Smith of 11 Stone Buildings has a general civil fraud practice, but has also carved out a real niche for himself as a POCA adviser. He advises a number of individuals in SFO confiscation proceedings and is someone who knows the ins and outs of this area more than most. (POCA Work & Asset Forfeiture - Chambers UK 2012)
... former solicitor Ian Smith, a hugely experienced practitioner who is said to "combine the practicality and decisiveness of a solicitor with the thoroughness and academic ability of a barrister." His expertise in proceeds of crime adds another string to his bow. Alan Gourgey QC recently led him in the 4 Eng v Harper matter. (Civil Fraud - Chambers UK 2011)
The "outstanding" Ian Smith of 11 Stone Buildings has a "very commercial and responsive" approach, according to sources. Top-ranked in this guide for his civil fraud work, Smith is a recognised expert in the asset recovery elements of fraud cases and is applauded for his business-savvy mentality. (POCA Work & Asset Forfeiture - Chambers UK 2011)
Ian is a former solicitor, whose "commercial, hands-on approach is in tune with clients' goals". He is particularly favoured for his expertise in proceeds of crime and money-laundering matters, and is a frequent writer and speaker on these issues. Smith was recently led in 4 Eng v Harper, securing damages in excess of £8 million.' (Criminal Civil - Chambers UK 2010)
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