Jennifer Zhu
Jennifer is an Associate in our Business Crime & Investigations team and specialises in advising individuals and corporates in crisis.
Jennifer advises both individual and corporate clients on a wide range of financial crime issues, including allegations of fraud, breaches of sanctions and money laundering.
Jennifer’s expertise includes supporting clients involved in national and international investigations by law enforcement authorities such as the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) and Department of Justice (DOJ).
Prior to joining Peters & Peters, Jennifer worked at a leading international law firm and investment bank.
Jennifer received a first-class honours degree in Economics from the University of York (BSc). She also holds a Graduate Diploma in Law with Distinction (GDL) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice with Distinction (LPC).
Case examples
Conducted an internal investigation on behalf of a multinational fuel producer in connection with allegations of foreign tax evasion by EPPO and FIOD.
Represented an interested party to a money laundering investigation brought by the SFO.
Advised a family office on bringing a private prosecution for blackmail, conspiracy and related offences.
Advised on the submission of financial sanctions licence applications, voluntary disclosures and related compliance advice
Acted on behalf of a high-net-worth individual facing allegations of coercive control and harassment.