PARTNER

Sebastian Neave

Sebastian specialises in gathering and analysing evidence in support of fraud proceedings. His work often draws on his extensive global network to advance and protect his clients’ interests.

sebastian.neave@veleda.com

Sebastian has broad experience across the intelligence and investigations sector, having worked with leading international consultancies, the Forensics practice of a Big Four firm, and specialised dispute-focused boutiques.

Alongside asset recovery and enforcement work, Sebastian specialises in gathering and analysing evidence in support of fraud proceedings — tracing how complex schemes are structured and executed, identifying additional victims or witnesses, and supporting the formulation of effective recovery strategies. His work often draws on his extensive global network to advance and protect his clients’ interests.

Over time, he has built substantial experience working on contentious matters originating from Ukraine, Russia, and other parts of the former Soviet Union. Beyond this regional focus, Sebastian has worked on a wide range of asset recovery mandates involving private, commercial, and sovereign debtors across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

For the past six years, Sebastian has worked closely with Ashley, contributing to numerous high-profile investigations and recovery efforts.

His expertise has been recognised by Chambers & Partners and Lexology (Who’s Who Legal), and he is a frequent author and speaker on asset recovery methodologies at international forums.