Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Solicitors in Coventry

Looking for an experienced AML solicitor in Coventry? Alexander James Solicitors act for clients across Coventry and the wider West Midlands area on the full range of anti-money laundering (aml) matters. We advise regulated and supervised businesses on the full life-cycle of anti-money laundering compliance — from policy drafting and risk assessments to HMRC supervision applications, MLRO support and remediation following inspections.

About our anti-money laundering (aml) service

Our AML team supports money service businesses, estate agents, accountants, currency exchanges, fintechs and other supervised firms. We draft AML policies and procedures, business-wide risk assessments, customer due diligence frameworks and ongoing monitoring systems aligned with the Money Laundering Regulations 2017.

Members of our team are certified AML Reporting Officers and routinely advise on the Fit & Proper Test, suspicious activity reporting, sanctions screening and remediation programmes following regulatory inspections.

Indicative pricing — HMRC AML supervision: HMRC fee £300 per year per location, Fit & Proper Test £150 per person; our professional fee starts from £1,200 + VAT, fixed wherever the scope allows.

• HMRC AML supervision applications
• AML policies & procedures
• Business-wide risk assessments
• Customer due diligence (CDD/EDD)
• MLRO support & SAR reporting
• Sanctions & financial-crime screening
• Fit & Proper Test support
• Inspection remediation programmes

Why choose Alexander James Solicitors in Coventry

Coventry, in West Midlands, is home to a vibrant economy spanning automotive engineering, advanced manufacturing, logistics. We act for clients across City Centre, Earlsdon, Cheylesmore, Stoke and the surrounding wards. Our office is two and a half hours by rail to Manchester via Birmingham, with direct services to London Euston and Birmingham New Street, so attending in person is straightforward when needed.

• Partner-led anti-money laundering (aml) advice with direct access to a qualified solicitor — no call centres, no juniors handling your file unsupervised.
• Established Manchester practice covering Coventry and the wider West Midlands area, with a deep understanding of the local courts, regulators and business community.
• Transparent, fixed-fee pricing wherever the scope allows, with a written cost estimate provided before you commit to instructing us.
• Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA Number 637901) — the assurance of a fully insured, regulated UK law firm.
• Practical, commercial outcomes — we focus on the result you need, whether that is a settlement, a successful application or a court order.

Common anti-money laundering (aml) issues in Coventry

Common matters we are instructed on by Coventry clients include: • sponsor licence compliance for engineering employers • international student visas • supply-chain disputes • employment tribunal claims While each case turns on its own facts, we routinely deal with these patterns of work and know how the local courts and regulators approach them.

Our process

1. 1

   Initial consultation

   Confidential discussion of your matter, the documents available and any time-critical deadlines that apply.

2. 2

   Strategy & costs

   A clear written assessment of your options, realistic prospects and a stage-by-stage costs estimate so you can decide how to proceed.

3. 3

   Active progression

   We carry out the agreed work — drafting, correspondence, negotiation or court proceedings — keeping you fully informed at each stage.

4. 4

   Resolution

   We secure the best available outcome and advise on any next steps, enforcement or follow-on work required.

Benefits of instructing a local AML solicitor for Coventry

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) solicitors in Coventry — frequently asked questions

Do you offer anti-money laundering (aml) consultations to clients in Coventry?

Yes. We offer in-person, telephone and video consultations for Coventry clients. Our office at 59 Cheetham Hill Road, Manchester is direct services to London Euston and Birmingham New Street, and we are happy to arrange a meeting at a time that suits you.

How much do AML solicitor services cost in Coventry?

Our anti-money laundering (aml) fees in Coventry are quoted up-front, with fixed-fee options available for defined stages. We will give you a clear written estimate after the initial consultation so you can decide how to proceed.

Which courts do you attend for Coventry matters?

We regularly appear at Coventry Combined Court Centre and Coventry Magistrates' Court. and instruct specialist counsel where the matter requires it.

Who needs HMRC AML supervision?

Money service businesses, estate agents, accountants (where not supervised by a professional body), trust or company service providers and certain dealers in high-value goods. We can confirm whether your business needs to register.

What does HMRC supervision cost?

HMRC charges £300 per year per location, plus £150 per person for the Fit & Proper Test where applicable. Our professional fees for the application, policies and risk assessment start from £1,200 + VAT.

Can you act as our outsourced MLRO?

We provide MLRO support, training and ongoing compliance reviews. Whether we can act as your MLRO depends on your sector and structure — we will confirm this at the scoping stage.