Recover from trading scam fraud
Were you promised big returns in a trading scam, only for your investment to be lost? You’re not alone, and we’re here for you. Call on WRS to help recover what’s rightfully yours.
Explaining online trading scams
What are online trading scams?
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What are online investment and trading scams?
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What should you look out for?
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What types of online trading scams are there?
Types of trading scams
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Forex and cryptocurrency scams
Find out moreWith the rise of digital currencies and online trading, scammers are creating even more fake investment platforms promising high returns. It is not unusual for clients to be able to withdraw small amounts at the early stages, a tactic used to build trust in hope the client deposits additional funds. It is often later that victims discover the platform is fraudulent and their funds are no longer accessible.
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Investment scams
Find out moreScammers pretend to be legitimate financial advisors or firms, offering exclusive investment opportunities. Usually, they use persuasive tactics to gain trust and promise guaranteed profits. Once victims invest, the scammers disappear, leaving them with significant losses and no way to recover their money.
How we can help recover money from online trading scams
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Head of Fraud Recovery
Nic Roe
With a background in litigation, Nic brings both credibility and hands-on experience to his role. He has successfully recovered approximately £170,000 for a client who lost funds in an online cryptocurrency investment scam named ‘Trading Point’. He has also recovered over £100,000 of company funds lost to the fraudulent cryptocurrency platform ‘Atlantic Global Trade’, securing substantial funds from the bank and later achieving additional recovery through the UK Financial Ombudsman Service.
Nic has also assisted an Insolvency Practitioner in recovering around £50,000 lost by a bankrupt individual to an online investment scam. This case demonstrates how Nic’s work supports Insolvency Practitioners in maximising returns for creditors, ensuring funds that might otherwise have been written off are now available for distribution.
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Recovering over £66,000,000 for clients like you
Over the past 3 years, we’ve recovered more than £66,000,000 for our clients. It’s thanks to our team of solicitors and recovery claim specialists who trace and recover the investments you’ve lost from scams. Plus, we offer a no-win, no-fee service. You won’t pay a thing unless we recover your money.
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David Jones
Director
David is consistently ranked in the Legal 500 for his tenacious problem solving and business acumen. Having been called to the Bar in 2006 and following a stint as an in-house lawyer in London David cross-qualified as a Solicitor in 2009.
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Aaron Levin
Managing Director
Aaron has extensive Managing Director experience, with a background spanning the medical and hospitality industries. At Wealth Recovery Solicitors, he sets strategic direction and oversees daily operations, ensuring the firm delivers innovative and effective legal and asset recovery solutions.
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Avi Chinn
Director of Growth and Strategy
As Director of Growth and Strategy at Wealth Recovery Solicitors (WRS), Avi supports clients and professional partners across cryptocurrency, asset tracing, and financial recovery matters. With a successful background in sales and marketing and has worked across a range of sectors from tech to marketing
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Liam Ben Ari
Director of Digital Assets
As Director of Digital Assets at Wealth Recovery Solicitors (WRS), Liam leads the firm’s cryptocurrency investigations practice, specialising in the tracing, valuation, and recovery of digital assets across major blockchains.
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Nick Johnson
Head of Compliance
A proud past President of the Manchester Law Society, as well as a former Managing Partner of Glaisyers Solicitors & Chairman of the Board Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust, Nick brings with him a wealth of experience in his role as Head of Compliance.
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Tony Hill
Head of Professional Negligence & Commercial Litigation
Tony Hill is a Solicitor, who has dealt with high value professional negligence and commercial litigation of all types for more than 35 years and has worked within specialist practices at a senior level for majority of that time.
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Joseph Chinn
Head of First Response
As head of the first response team, Joseph oversees both the onboarding of new clients and the initial handling of claims. He ensures that individuals affected by investment fraud and cryptocurrency-related scams receive clear, compassionate, and efficient support.
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Caitlin Blood
Paralegal
Caitlin assists people impacted by financial wrongdoing, helping them navigate complex legal challenges with empathy and resilience. Her work at WRS blends her strong legal knowledge with a practical, hands-on approach to resolving issues.
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Daniel Barlow
Paralegal
Daniel works as cryptocurrency fraud paralegal, running complex cases where he assists in recovering funds for clients who have fallen victim to a scam.
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Ellie Barnes
Paralegal
Ellie provides dedicated support to clients facing fraud-related challenges, ensuring they feel informed and confident throughout the process. Combining her meticulous attention to detail with practical approach to identifying patterns, analysing evidence, and strengthening the case for recovery.
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Hannah Daw
Trainee Solicitor
During her time at WRS, Hannah has developed a high level of expertise in handling complex investment fraud cases, enabling her to support clients facing some of the most challenging and distressing situations. She is adept at navigating the intricacies of fraudulent schemes and has provided steadfast guidance to individuals who have suffered significant financial losses. Coupled with her practical experience and unwavering commitment to her clients, Hannah is dedicated to securing the best possible outcomes, working tirelessly to help clients recover funds lost to financial fraud and restore their peace of mind.
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Luke Caldwell
Trainee Solicitor
Luke acts for clients affected by cryptocurrency fraud and digital-asset loss. He prides himself on building strong, trusted relationships with clients and approaches every matter with creativity and forward-thinking.
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Sophie Grundy
Trainee Solicitor
Sophie works with individuals affected by fraud, guiding them through the recovery process with clarity, compassion, and determination. She brings both legal insight and practical problem-solving skills to her role at WRS.
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Nic Roe
Solicitor
Known for his approachable yet decisive manner, Nic combines legal expertise with a calm, reassuring presence. As a solicitor and Team Leader at WRS, he guides clients through the fraud recovery process with clarity, persistence, and care.
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Sarah Walker
First Response
Sarah, a University of Huddersfield LLB graduate, built her career in Criminal Law. Her fraud and financial crime expertise helps her assess complex cases and guide clients with clarity.
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Eleanor Taylor
HR
Eleanor is an HR specialist who brings with her a wealth of experience in HR and people management. She played a key role in creating HR ETL, a centralised HR service within the organisation.
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Trading Scams FAQs
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What to do if I think I’ve been a victim of an online trading scam?
If you think you’re a victim of a trading scam, the first thing you should do is call your bank. They may be able to stop the payment from going through.
You should also report the scam to Action Fraud and the National Cyber Security Centre to help prevent it from happening again.
Need support recovering your lost funds? Get in touch with Wealth Recovery Solicitors. We’re on hand to support you and may be able to recover your lost funds, even if it’s been years since the incident.
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How to report a trading scam in the UK?
If you’ve been scammed, report it to Action Fraud online at www.actionfraud.police.uk or call 0300 123 2040. You can also contact the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to check if a firm is legitimate.
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Are banks responsible for refunding money lost in trading scams?
Depending on the scenario of the online trading scam you’ve been involved with, your bank or building society can be responsible for reimbursing you.
Get in touch with our team of fraud recovery experts to discuss the specifics of your situation and start the journey to recovering your lost funds.