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Patterdale Recovery Limited

Service

Asset Recovery

Comprehensive tracing and recovery of stolen assets including bank accounts, property, and offshore holdings across international jurisdictions.

35%

Avg. Recovery Rate

£8M+

Assets Recovered

25+

Countries Active

500+

Assets Identified

Overview

What this involves

Our asset recovery team specialises in tracing and recovering stolen funds that have been dispersed across multiple accounts, jurisdictions, and asset classes. Whether your money was invested in a fraudulent scheme, wired to overseas accounts, or converted into property and luxury assets, we have the tools and expertise to pursue recovery.

We combine traditional investigative techniques with modern data analytics to uncover hidden assets. Our investigators have access to international databases, land registries, corporate registries, and financial intelligence platforms that allow us to build a comprehensive picture of a fraudster's asset holdings.

Asset recovery often requires coordination between multiple specialists - forensic accountants, international lawyers, local investigators, and enforcement agencies. We manage this entire process, acting as your single point of contact while orchestrating a multi-faceted recovery strategy.

We understand that every fraud case is unique. A romance scam requires a different approach than a Ponzi scheme, and a cryptocurrency theft needs different tools than a traditional wire fraud. Our team tailors every recovery strategy to the specific circumstances of your case.

Coverage

What we investigate

  • Bank account tracing across jurisdictions
  • Property and real estate identification
  • Corporate entity and shell company tracing
  • Offshore asset and trust discovery
  • Cryptocurrency and digital asset recovery
  • Luxury asset identification (vehicles, jewellery)
  • Insurance policy and pension tracing
  • Beneficial ownership investigation
  • Nominee director and shareholder analysis
  • Receivership and enforcement applications

Process

How we work, step by step

  1. 1

    Asset Search & Discovery

    We conduct comprehensive searches across databases, registries, and intelligence platforms to identify where stolen funds have been moved.

    2-4 weeks

  2. 2

    Asset Preservation

    Once identified, we work with legal partners to secure freezing orders or preservation notices to prevent further dissipation.

    1-3 weeks

  3. 3

    Recovery Action

    We pursue recovery through legal proceedings, negotiated settlements, or enforcement actions as appropriate for each asset.

    8-20 weeks

  4. 4

    Fund Repatriation

    Recovered funds are returned to you through secure, regulated channels with full accounting and tax documentation.

    2-4 weeks

Typical timeline

  • • Initial asset search: 2-4 weeks from case acceptance
  • • Deep asset investigation: 4-8 weeks for complex cases
  • • Freezing/preservation action: 1-3 weeks after identification
  • • Recovery proceedings: 8-20 weeks depending on jurisdiction
  • • Fund repatriation: 2-4 weeks after successful recovery
  • • Total timeline: typically 4-10 months

Fees

Transparent fee structure

Initial Assessment & Asset Search

Preliminary investigation to determine recoverable assets

FREE

Investigation Fee

Comprehensive asset tracing and recovery strategy development

£1,000 - £3,000

Success Fee

Of recovered asset value - only payable upon successful recovery

15-25%

Results

Related case outcomes

Romance Scam Wire Transfer Recovery

Client sent multiple wire transfers to overseas accounts over 18 months during an online dating relationship.

75% recoveredCase studies

Ponzi Scheme - Class Action Recovery

Group of 12 investors who lost money in a property investment Ponzi scheme that collapsed after 3 years.

35% recoveredCase studies

FAQ

Common questions

What types of assets can you trace?

We can trace bank accounts, cryptocurrency, property, corporate holdings, luxury assets, insurance policies, and more. Our investigators have access to international databases covering 100+ countries.

How do you recover assets in other countries?

We have legal partners and investigators in 30+ countries. We coordinate with local professionals who understand the legal framework and can take action on the ground.

What if the fraudster has hidden assets in offshore accounts?

We specialise in offshore investigations. Through corporate registry searches, beneficial ownership investigations, and international cooperation, we can often identify and pursue offshore assets.

Is asset recovery guaranteed?

No recovery service can guarantee results. However, our initial assessment is free and honest - if we don't believe recovery is viable, we'll tell you upfront rather than take your money.

How are recovered funds returned to me?

Funds are returned via secure bank transfer or through regulated exchange platforms. We provide full accounting documentation and any necessary tax information.

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