In a fast-evolving, global environment, where penalties for any breach are severe and the need to bring timely challenges is crucial, our sanctions team provides specialist advice, backed by worldwide experience.

We act in many cases involving sanctions issues including OFSI investigations, designation challenges, OFSI licence applications and advice concerning the impact of sanctions in international contentious cases. We act for companies, trusts and individuals and have key partnerships with overseas firms to provide the complete international package.

  • Compliance Advice to Individuals & Businesses

    We have extensive experience advising clients on managing international sanctions risks, both assisting clients to comply with and navigate the complex and arduous sanctions regimes globally.

  • Designation Challenges

    At PCB Byrne, we have substantial experience of advising and representing those subject to asset freezes and inclusion on the financial sanctions consolidated list.

  • Investigations & Enforcement

    Investigations and enforcement related to sanctions can have significant implications for both companies and individuals.

  • OFSI Licencing

    PCB Byrne have advised entities and individuals on how to navigate intricate licensing matters with OFSI.

News & Insights

09.04.26

Factual Connections and Frozen Payments: The Supreme Court's Landmark Ruling on Russian Sanctions and Letters of Credit

11.03.26

Nataliya to Speak at TL4 FIRE Webinar on Digital Assets and Enforcement Strategies.

25.02.26

PCB Byrne named in Solomonic top 30 ‘powerhouse’ commercial litigation law firms, 2026.

11.02.26

PCB Byrne secures recognition of five Chinese judgments worth c. £25 million