Andrew Carter

Andrew accepts instructions in all insolvency related disputes, including bankruptcy and winding-up petitions (including provisional liquidation), voluntary arrangements, and transactions at an undervalue or to defraud creditors. Andrew was the lead lawyer for HMRC in Re Total Site Projects Ltd [2019] EWHC 586 (Ch) (provisional liquidation arising from denial of input VAT for connection to fraud), Pearse v HMRC [2018] BTC 42 (application to set aside statutory demand). Andrew has advised on and acted in several applications for freezing injunctions whilst at HMRC involving allegations of fraudulent evasion of VAT, Company and Income Tax. Andrew also advises on actions based on the phoenixing provisions at section 216 and 217 of the Insolvency Act 1986.

Since joining chambers, Andrew has advised on the effect of insolvency of a Managing Agent and post-liquidation debts in possession proceedings, and prospect of recovery of outstanding rent under personal guarantee.