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Annie McKeane // Associate Solicitor

Annie McKeane // Associate Solicitor

Annie is a seasoned criminal lawyer with a strong focus on white-collar and environmental crimes. Her pragmatic and detailed approach to allegations of a complex legal nature is an asset to both businesses and individuals.

Annie is dual qualified in both the United States and the United Kingdom.

Annie manages complex litigation, and her work often deals with the intersection of criminal liability and environmental or financial regulations. Her work includes defending high-stakes actions and advising on strategy in cases involving corporate misconduct and confiscation under the Proceeds of Crime Act.

Previously, Annie served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, where she specialised in environmental crime. Her work included prosecutions involving industrial explosions and environmental violations—cases that frequently required coordination with US agencies and forensic experts. Her experience in criminal litigation is complemented by her work at an environmental consultancy agency, where she supported major legal efforts in environmental law, including work on a case resulting in a $700 million jury verdict.

With deep experience across both prosecution and defence, Annie brings a unique perspective to complex criminal matters . Her cross-sector, and cross-jurisdiction expertise makes her a valuable legal strategist in cases where criminal liability intersects with regulatory and civil exposure.

Annie is a member of the Tulane Clube of London and American Qualified Lawyers in London.

Telephone // 0207 025 4450 Email // annie@shearmanbowen.co.uk

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