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Romance & Impersonation Fraud Specialists
If you have been deceived by a romance scam, a fake investment "partner", or someone impersonating a bank, broker or government official, The Sequor firm may be able to recover your funds. We are an international law firm renowned for our expertise in fraud, asset recovery, cross-border insolvency, international litigation and creditors' rights.
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Romance fraud and impersonation scams are among the most devastating forms of financial crime — they combine emotional manipulation with sophisticated financial deception. A "partner" you met online, a "broker" who cold-called you, or someone posing as your bank's fraud team may all be part of the same criminal network. The Sequor firm represents individuals and companies in the areas of asset recovery, financial fraud, insolvency and financial services litigation.
Victims of pig-butchering scams and impersonation fraud often believe their money is gone forever. It isn't. Our team of specialist fraud lawyers at The Sequor firm Solicitors are highly skilled at tracing funds moved through mule accounts, crypto wallets and offshore platforms — and at recovering money lost in this way. The agile, aggressive and relentless pursuit of assets on behalf of our clients is our core value.
Did someone you met on a dating app or social media persuade you to invest?
Did someone pose as your bank, a broker, HMRC, the police or a government official?
Did your partner avoid video calls, meetings, or ask for money or crypto?
Were you told your investment was risk-free, or that returns were guaranteed?
Were you urged to send more money to "unlock" withdrawals or avoid fees?
Were you allowed a small withdrawal at first to build your trust?
Were your withdrawal requests refused, delayed or met with new demands?
Did your "partner" or "account manager" disappear or change details?
Areas of Expertise
From long-running romance and pig-butchering scams to impersonation of banks, brokers and public authorities, our fraud lawyers handle the full spectrum of online deception, drawing on deep experience in international litigation and international arbitration.
Long-game emotional fraud funnelling victims into fake investment platforms. Our most common recovery area.
Fraudsters posing as your bank, broker, HMRC, police or a government official to steal funds.
Fake exchanges, rug pulls, fraudulent ICOs and stolen wallet keys — often the final destination of romance-scam funds.
Unregulated brokers, manipulated spreads and refused withdrawals — frequently promoted to romance-scam victims.
Fraudsters posing as lawyers or recovery agents to target romance-scam victims a second time.
Cold-call share scams and unauthorised pension liberation schemes using impersonation tactics.
We have recovered millions for victims of romance scams, impersonation fraud and pig-butchering operations. From Miami to London, Washington D.C. to the Caribbean, our team pursues assets across borders so that no fraudulent scheme — however personal it felt — is beyond our reach.
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Why The Sequor firm
Romance and impersonation fraud are uniquely personal — victims are often left feeling ashamed as well as financially ruined. We treat every case with discretion and without judgement. We combine specialist legal expertise with forensic investigators and global banking partners to give you the strongest possible chance of recovery. Our name comes from the Latin word meaning ‘to pursue, to chase, to attain’ — and that is exactly what we do for every client.
You only pay if we successfully recover funds on your behalf.
Every romance and impersonation case handled under strict solicitor-client privilege.
Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Cross-border recovery across 38 jurisdictions worldwide.
Our Impact
Independently verified by client outcomes and Trustpilot reviews. Our cross-border practice has handled Chapter 15 and Section 1782 matters across the globe.
Your Journey
A clear five-step process that keeps you informed at every stage — from the delicate first conversation about a romance or impersonation scam to the successful return of your funds.
A confidential, no-obligation review of your case by a fraud specialist.
Forensic tracing of funds, mule accounts, fake identities and platform history.
We build the legal case and file the claim with the right authorities.
Direct negotiation with banks, exchanges and regulators on your behalf.
Recovered amounts are transferred securely back to your account.
Total Recovered
$30M+
Successfully recovered for victims of romance scams, impersonation fraud and other investment deception worldwide.
Recovery Plan
Whether you lost money to a romance scam or someone impersonating your bank, our forward thinking & innovative team of fraud lawyers & legal experts can deliver results in 3 simple steps. Our relentless approach means we leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of your assets.
Our Company
We are The Sequor firm Solicitors, a Manchester-based law firm with a team of legal experts and fraud lawyers with experience in specialist recovery of money lost to romance scams, impersonation fraud, trading and online investment. Our team are dedicated to helping our clients retrieve money lost from deception and investment fraud.
Like our namesake sequor — Latin for ‘to pursue, to chase, to attain’ — we represent financial institutions, sovereign governments and state owned enterprises, public and non-public companies, insolvency practitioners and individual clients in the areas of asset recovery, financial fraud, insolvency and financial services litigation.
Learn MoreRecent Recoveries
A snapshot of recent cases where our team recovered funds for victims of romance scams and impersonation fraud across multiple jurisdictions.
Romance Scam
A fraudulent partner persuaded our client to invest in a fake crypto platform. Our team traced the wallet trail across three exchanges and recovered the majority of her funds.
Impersonation Fraud
Callers impersonating our client's bank persuaded him to move savings to a "safe account". Forensic tracing and a full bank chargeback recovered the funds.
Pig-Butchering
A social-media acquaintance posing as a successful trader introduced our client to a fraudulent app. Cross-border legal action and blockchain analysis recovered the funds.
Names and identifying details have been changed to protect client confidentiality. Outcomes vary on a case-by-case basis.
Our People
A dedicated team of solicitors, forensic investigators and client advocates working on your case from day one. Our romance and impersonation fraud recovery specialists continue to expand with attorneys joining us from across the globe.
Senior Partner
20+ years in financial crime and romance-fraud litigation.
Head of Crypto Recovery
Blockchain forensics & tracing pig-butchering proceeds.
Litigation Director
Impersonation fraud & cross-border civil recovery.
Client Services Lead
Your single, discreet point of contact throughout your case.
Testimonials
Fantastic company
I picked up The Sequor firm on a google search after losing money to a romance scam. Right from the start they've been helpful and thorough, and they've already recovered some of my funds. Can't recommend Sophie and The Sequor firm enough, true lifesavers.
The Sequor firm have done a great job to date
The Sequor firm have done a great job to date, already recovering part of the money I lost after being targeted by someone impersonating my bank's fraud team — credited back to my account within a couple of weeks.
Unbelievable service
Josh was so helpful with getting all my money back that I lost through a fake online relationship and crypto platform. He was informative the whole way through the process. I will always recommend him to anyone who needs help recovering funds.
A big thank you to Avi and the team
A big thank you to Avi and the team for helping me with my case after an impersonation scam. I didn't expect to recover a penny but with the help of The Sequor firm, a large amount of the capital was recovered. Would highly recommend.
Highly recommend this firm
The team at The Sequor firm have been really amazing after I was caught by a romance investment scam. Hannah has been absolutely great with how she has handled my case with the banks. They have recovered some of my funds and are working on recovering the rest.
Josh & his team have done a great job
Josh & his team have done a great job & should be applauded for their determination & patience to resolve my impersonation fraud case successfully. I would highly recommend this company.
Common Questions
Quick answers to the questions romance and impersonation scam victims ask most often during their first consultation.
Never. Romance and impersonation fraud are sophisticated, deliberately manipulative crimes. Our team treats every client with discretion and without judgement — you are the victim, not the offender.
We work on a no-win, no-fee basis for the majority of our cases. You only pay a fee if we successfully recover funds for you. Initial consultations are always free of charge.
Absolutely. Every case — particularly sensitive romance and impersonation fraud matters — is handled under strict solicitor-client privilege, and your details are never shared without your written consent.
Most cases are resolved within 3 to 9 months, depending on the complexity, the jurisdictions involved and the cooperation of the financial institutions handling the funds.
Our team operates across 38 jurisdictions and works with international banking partners and law enforcement to trace and recover funds, even when romance or impersonation scammers are based abroad.
Yes — impersonation fraud cases are often the most recoverable because the funds pass through regulated UK or EU banks. We can pursue chargebacks and civil claims against institutions that failed to protect you.
Stay Informed
Practical insight from our fraud specialists to help you spot romance and impersonation scams before they cost you. Our team publishes regular updates drawn from active international cases.
A new wave of impersonation calls is convincing victims to move savings to "safe accounts". Here is how to spot it.
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Fraudsters build months of trust before introducing a fake platform. Learn the warning signs every online dater should know.
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A look inside the tools and techniques our investigators use to follow funds stolen through romance scams across chains and exchanges.
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