Chess Law Solicitors has secured no further action for a professional investigated in relation to allegations of historic sexual assault.

The client was represented by Talia Coles, Head of Crime, in a case where the criminal investigation also carried potentially serious employment and professional consequences.

Talia took detailed instructions, examined the wider history and circumstances surrounding the allegations, and advised upon a carefully prepared written account setting out the client’s position and important contextual evidence.

Talia engaged strategically with the police, identifying significant deficiencies in the allegations and demonstrating why the evidence did not support further proceedings. The investigation was concluded with no further action, protecting our client’s reputation, character and professional standing throughout.

The case highlights an important feature of investigations involving professionals. Criminal allegations can quickly overlap with employment, disciplinary or regulatory proceedings, and what is said in one process may have consequences for another.

Careful advice at the earliest stage can therefore be as important as representation in court.

Talia Coles

Head of Crime | Chess Law Solicitors