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Michael is a partner, specialising in financial and business crime.

He has represented individuals and corporate bodies subject to investigation and prosecution by organisations including the Serious Fraud Office, HMRC, NCA and CPS and has defended in some of the biggest and high-profile fraud cases prosecuted in this country.

He is regularly called to assist clients facing offences such as (conspiracy to commit) fraud, fraudulent trading, money laundering, bribery and corruption and other regulatory offences, as well as advising clients and providing training on anti-money laundering and anti-bribery legislation.

His expertise extends into civil proceedings such as Account Freezing Orders, restraint and confiscation proceedings as well as director disqualification proceedings. He represents those individuals and businesses being investigated by regulatory bodies such as the Information Commissioners Office (ICO) for data breaches and data misuse.

During his time as an experienced Magistrates' Court advocate, Michael has also developed expertise in liquor licensing, as well as a wide range of local authority prosecutions and defending motoring prosecutions for individuals and corporate bodies.

  • Michael Balmer has been an exceptional partner to work with as a client, he has gone above and beyond in the cases he has worked on for us and the support and knowledge is outstanding.

    Legal 500 2025

  • Mike Balmer is an exceptional solicitor - great knowledge of the law, good with clients, tactically very astute. Impressive individual in this field.

    Legal 500 2025

  • Michael Balmer is a fantastic criminal lawyer with particular expertise in fraud and cyber-related matters. He is approachable and diligent and as such quickly puts clients at ease.

    Legal 500 2025

  • Michael Balmer and James Farrell both are exceptional lawyers. They are excellent for criminal work and, in particular, heavy weight fraud. Both combine an excellent knowledge of the law with robust, clear and uncomplicated tactical advice. They are extremely hard working and often work well as part of a team to achieve the best outcome for their clients.

    Legal 500 2025

  • Mike Balmer is an excellent, hard working, thorough and client-focused solicitor who is great to work with.

    Legal 500 2022

  • Michael Balmer is incredibly personable with his clients and works very hard to try and make them feel very supported.

    Legal 500 2022