He acts almost exclusively for:
- professionals
- directors
- business owners
— individuals whose liberty, assets and reputation are at risk.
Specialist Defence, Built Around Experience.
Investigations Law is a specialist criminal and regulatory defence practice acting for clients across England and Wales.
We focus on early intervention — taking control of cases from the outset, protecting our clients’ position and shaping the direction of investigations before they escalate.
The practice is led by two highly experienced defence solicitors, each with decades of experience acting in serious, complex and high-profile matters.
The People Behind the Practice.
Isaac Mirza.
Director | Higher Rights Advocate | Criminal Defence Specialist
Isaac Mirza is a senior criminal defence solicitor with a national reputation for taking control of complex and sensitive investigations at the earliest possible stage.
His practice focuses on:
- serious fraud and financial crime
- POCA and asset restraint
- corporate and regulatory investigations
- high-value confiscation proceedings
Isaac is routinely instructed in matters involving:
- multi-agency investigations
- complex digital and financial evidence
- cryptocurrency, telecoms and forensic accounting material
- large-scale disclosure exercises
He is known for stepping into live investigations and:
- identifying evidential weaknesses early
- challenging the assumptions of investigators
- reshaping cases before they reach charge or trial
His approach is forensic, direct, and entirely outcome-focused. Clients instruct Isaac when the situation needs to be brought under control.
Edward Judge.
Higher Court Advocate | Criminal Defence Specialist
Edward is a highly experienced criminal defence solicitor and Higher Court Advocate with over 30 years’ experience acting in serious and high-value matters.
He secured a notable success in the SSL International PLC prosecution, including resisting a Voluntary Bill of Indictment before the High Court.
Throughout his career, he has represented:
- high-net-worth individuals
- senior business executives
- directors of limited companies and PLCs
- professional athletes and public figures
He is widely regarded as a go-to advisor in high-stakes cases, regularly instructed by:
- Premier League football clubs
- leading football agents
- top UK law firms on a white-label basis
His approach is distinctive:
- highly strategic
- forensic in preparation
- and grounded in clear, direct communication
Edward has extensive experience in:
- SFO investigations
- HMRC enquiries
- FA and regulatory proceedings
- Trading Standards investigations
- complex corporate and financial crime
He is known for being:
- accessible
- responsive
- and fully engaged in every case
His work includes acting for individuals connected to:
- Liverpool
- Manchester City
- Aston Villa
- Nottingham
- Ipswich
- and England international players
Clients rely on him not just for legal advice, but for clarity, control and reassurance when it matters most.
How We Work.
Investigations Law is built around a simple principle: the defence case should begin at the very start of the investigation — not after charge. We do not wait for the prosecution to define the case.
We:
- analyse evidence from the outset
- challenge assumptions early
- put forward key material at the right time
- and actively shape the direction of the investigation
In many cases, this results in matters being:
- discontinued
- contained
- or resolved before court proceedings
Our Clients .
We act for individuals and organisations where the stakes are high and the margin for error is low.
Our clients include:
- directors and senior executives
- corporate entities and regulated businesses
- high-net-worth individuals
- professional athletes and public figures
- private individuals concerned about reputation
We are also regularly instructed through:
- professional referrals
- agents and advisors
- other law firms requiring specialist representation
Our Approach.
We prepare every case as if it will proceed to trial — even where the objective is to prevent it from ever reaching that stage. Every case is handled with the same focus:
Early intervention
Strategic control
Forensic preparation
Discreet handling
A Focus on Quality.
We are not a volume practice.
We deliberately restrict our caseload to ensure senior involvement in every matter, allowing for detailed preparation and a fully strategic approach throughout. Where required, we work alongside leading experts to ensure every aspect of the defence is properly explored and rigorously tested.
Our network of experts includes:
- Forensic accountants
- Digital and telecoms experts
- Computer forensic specialists
- Independent investigators
- Specialist counsel