Elif Bilecan

Elif Bilecan works under the supervision of David Bloom, head of the Financial Crime department, with a particular focus on confiscation and enforcement proceedings.

Elif is developing expertise in proceedings under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA). Her experience spans both criminal and civil law, as she has assisted in asset recovery, fraud, and regulatory investigations, providing her with a strong foundation to assist on high-value and strategically complex cases that require both analytical precision and a nuanced understanding of the legal framework.

Elif has completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC) and a Masters in Law (LLM) and brings experience working on serious and complex financial crime, gained through roles at the Financial Crime Authority (FCA), the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), and in private practice at a leading law firm.

In addition to her casework, Elif is an active member of the Women in Criminal Law (WICL) Committee, where she contributes to initiatives supporting the progression of women within the legal profession.