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Finding and Recovering Your Stolen Assets Worldwide
Recovering Stolen Assets in the Digital Age: Global Reach, Legal Expertise
The internet’s anonymity and global reach create fertile ground for fraudsters. At Harris Sliwoski, our experienced internet fraud attorneys act swiftly and aggressively to recover your stolen assets, no matter the perpetrator’s location. We’ve successfully resolved cases involving crypto scams, credit card processors withholding funds, fake company and fake product scams, bank switch scams, wine future scams, horse breeding scams, and more, across North America, Asia, Europe, and beyond.
Why Choose Harris Sliwoski for Your Internet Fraud Case
- Global Reach: Our team has a proven track record of recovering assets worldwide.
- Legal Expertise: We leverage our extensive experience with internet fraud matters to achieve the best outcome for our clients.
- Swift Action: We understand the importance of time-sensitive investigations and we are prepared to act quickly to maximize your recovery chances.
Contact Harris Sliwoski today for a confidential consultation.
Internet Fraud Litigation: Our Proven Approach
Though the specifics of each fraud case differ, our successful approach to internet fraud litigation follows a core strategy:
- Swift and Comprehensive Investigation. Time is of the essence in internet fraud cases. We act quickly to gather evidence, identify the perpetrators, and trace stolen assets. This includes securing electronic records, analyzing financial transactions, and working with international investigators where necessary.
- Aggressive Legal Action. Our experienced attorneys leverage their knowledge of internet fraud schemes and relevant laws to build a strong case for recovery. We pursue aggressive litigation tactics designed to pressure the perpetrators into a swift and favorable settlement.
- Asset Tracing and Recovery. Our team has extensive experience in locating and recovering stolen assets, even across international borders. We work closely with financial institutions and utilize asset recovery specialists to maximize your chances of getting your money back.
Protecting Your Interests. We understand the sensitive nature of these cases and the potential emotional toll. We handle all matters with discretion and keep you informed throughout the process. Our goal is to resolve your case efficiently and recover your stolen assets while minimizing further stress.
International Reach for Global Recovery
Most internet scams involve transferring stolen funds to overseas bank accounts in countries like China, Cyprus, Singapore, and Hong Kong. This doesn’t deter Harris Sliwoski.
Our firm has a proven track record of working with international investigators and navigating complex legal systems in these jurisdictions. We leverage our experience and global network to trace stolen assets and pursue recovery through the courts in these and other countries. By combining our aggressive legal tactics with international expertise and a global contact list, we significantly increase your chances of recouping your losses, regardless of the perpetrators’ location.
Don’t Wait to Act
If you suspect you’ve been a victim of internet fraud, it’s crucial to take immediate action. The sooner you contact us, the faster we can begin investigating your case and securing your assets. Contact Harris Sliwoski today for a confidential consultation.
If you think you’ve been a victim of an internet fraud, we suggest you read, What to Do If You Think You Are a Victim of Internet Fraud and then contact us for help.
Internet Fraud and Asset Recovery: The Economics of Pursuit
Recovering funds lost to internet fraud is an intensive and high-stakes undertaking. While we understand the devastation caused by financial loss, the reality of international asset recovery is that the costs of pursuit often determine whether a matter is economically viable.
Is Your Internet Fraud Matter a Fit?
Please consider the following before contacting our intake team:
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Do your verified, out-of-pocket losses exceed $500,000?
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Are you prepared to pay a $3,500 upfront flat fee for a recovery feasibility assessment?
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Are you prepared for the potential costs associated with engaging foreign counsel if funds have been transferred overseas?
If you answered “no” to any of the above, we are unlikely to be able to accept your matter at this time. Please scroll to the bottom of this page for Resources for Smaller Losses.
Our Case Acceptance Criteria
Internet fraud matters almost always require cross-border investigation, forensic accounting, and coordination with foreign counsel. For this reason, our firm rarely accepts fraud matters involving out-of-pocket losses of less than $500,000. For losses below this threshold, legal and investigative costs will typically render pursuit impractical.
Initial Investigation and Feasibility Assessment
Before any decision regarding representation is made, we require a $3,500 upfront flat fee for a limited-scope preliminary feasibility assessment. This assessment is intended to evaluate, among other factors:
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Whether there is a reasonable and cost-justified path to recovering funds
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Whether funds may be traceable through blockchain analysis or international banking systems
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The likely location of funds and the legal mechanisms available for potential restraint or recovery
This fee applies solely to the preliminary assessment and does not constitute an agreement to represent you in litigation or recovery proceedings.
Why Internet Fraud Matters Require a High Financial Threshold
Our minimum loss threshold reflects the realities of modern internet fraud:
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Stolen funds are often transferred through multiple jurisdictions within hours or days
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Effective recovery efforts frequently depend on immediate court orders, which may require retaining counsel in foreign jurisdictions
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Navigating international financial institutions and regulatory compliance requirements demands substantial legal resources and documentation
Resources for Losses Under $500,000
If your loss does not meet our firm’s threshold, you may wish to consider the following steps:
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File a report with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at IC3.gov.
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File a report with the Federal Trade Commission at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.
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Contact your local law enforcement agency to create an official record, which may be required for insurance, banking, or tax purposes.
Please note that our firm does not provide free consultations, case evaluations, or attorney referrals for internet fraud matters involving losses below $500,000.
Our internet fraud lawyers have worked on the following types of scams:
Investment Scams
- Advance Fee Scams. Fraudsters convince victims to send them money upfront for a promised service or product that never materializes.
- Fake and non-existent product scams. You pay money for a product from an overseas factory and they never deliver any product or the product you receive is nothing like what you ordered.
- Fake Investment Scams. Deceptive schemes that promise high returns but ultimately steal victims’ money. This can include Ponzi schemes and pyramid schemes.
- Forex scams. Fraudulent investment opportunities in the foreign exchange market (Forex).
- Ponzi Schemes. A fraudulent investment operation that pays returns to investors from funds contributed by new investors, not from legitimate profits.
- Pyramid Schemes. Multi-Level Marketing (MLMs) schemes that focus on recruitment rather than product sales, resembling a pyramid structure.
Other Scams
- Bank Switch Scams. Deception used to trick victims into sending money to the wrong bank account.
- Come to China Scams. Fraudulent schemes that lure victims to China with promises of business opportunities or romance, then steal their money or passports.
- Cryptocurrency Scams. Deceptive practices involving cryptocurrencies, such as fake initial coin offerings (ICOs) or pyramid schemes.
- Credit Card Processing Scams. Schemes involving fraudulent use of credit card processing systems.
- Fake Educational Institution Scams. Deceptive institutions that promise degrees or diplomas but lack accreditation or legitimacy.
- Fake Lawyer Scams. Impersonating lawyers to defraud victims by offering fake legal services or manipulating them into unnecessary legal fees.
- Fake “Love” and “Friendship” Scams. Deceptive online relationships built to gain the victim’s trust and ultimately steal their money or personal information. Also known as Butchering the pig scams.
- Fake Notary Scams. Impersonating a notary public to steal personal information or facilitate other fraudulent activities.
- Horse Breeding Scams. Deceptive schemes involving the buying or selling of horses, often with inflated prices or fake pedigrees.
- Real Estate Scams. Deceptive practices used to defraud buyers or sellers in real estate transactions.
- Wine Future Scams. Fraudulent schemes involving investments in future wine vintages, often with inflated prices or nonexistent contracts.
In the past couple years, our internet fraud lawyers have seen a dramatic rise in Butchering the Pig Scams, These deceptive online relationship schemes involve fraudsters building trust with victims (often through romantic or friendly online relationships) over time, before manipulating them into making increasingly large investments in fraudulent ventures. Often, the scammers exploit the emotional connection to pressure victims into continuing to invest, even when faced with red flags or suspicious activity. These scams can be particularly devastating, as they often leave victims with significant financial and emotional distress.
If you think you’ve been scammed, reach out to us right away so we can help.
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Preguntas frecuentes
How Do You Fight Internet Fraud?
Internet fraud is a growing concern, but your business can fight it. You can lower your risk of internet fraud by implementing safe practices and tools. Examples include:
- Using strong passwords.
- Updating passwords frequently.
- Requiring two-step authentication.
- Recognizing and avoiding common scams.
Aside from prevention, hiring a legal team to defend your business against internet fraud is the best way to mitigate it.
Is Internet Fraud a Federal Crime?
Yes, internet fraud is a federal crime. There are various types of internet fraud that fall under different federal laws. United States Code Title 18 covers many situations that qualify as internet fraud. Some examples include:
- 18 U.S.C. Section 1028: Identity theft
- Section 1029: Credit card fraud
- Section 1030: Computer hacking
- Section 1343: Wire fraud
The penalty for internet fraud depends on the type. Wire fraud carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison. Computer fraud prison sentences range from one to 10 years. Successful or not, an attempt at internet fraud warrants a penalty. It’s best to pursue legal action when a cyberattacker attempts fraud against your business to protect yourself from future harm.
Who Is in Charge of Internet Fraud?
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is the top agency investigating internet fraud in the United States. The FBI responds to cases that violate federal laws related to various types of internet fraud.
Beyond federal laws, all 50 states, the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico have laws that relate to internet fraud. State laws cover malware, spyware hacking, viruses and other forms of unauthorized access. Harris Sliwoski can help you understand the federal and state laws that protect your business — and we can help your business pursue justice if it falls victim to internet fraud.