Vega Paredes Núñez
Partner, Head of International Forex & Trading Recovery, Kavellon Law LLC
Vega Paredes Núñez is an exceptionally sharp and globally-minded attorney, highly regarded for her pioneering work in the niche yet critical field of Forex and Online Trading Scam Recovery. As a leading Partner at Kavellon Law LLC, she has established herself as the go-to expert for individuals and institutions seeking to recover significant losses incurred through fraudulent forex brokers, binary options schemes, and other illicit online trading platforms. Her formidable reputation stems from her intricate understanding of international financial regulations, sophisticated tracing techniques, and a relentless pursuit of justice across borders, often navigating complex jurisdictional challenges.
Education & Training
University of Oxford
BA (Hons) in Jurisprudence (First Class Honours)
London School of Economics (LSE)
LLM in International Financial Law (Distinction) - Specialization in derivatives, financial markets regulation, and cross-border enforcement.
BPP University Law School
Legal Practice Course (Commendation)
Certified AML (Anti-Money Laundering) Specialist
(from the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists - ACAMS) - Crucial for understanding the flow of illicit funds in forex scams.
Advanced Course on Blockchain & Digital Asset Forensics
(from a specialist tech law academy or reputable digital forensics provider) - Given the increasing overlap with crypto in trading scams.
International Arbitration Training
(CIArb) - Many forex disputes involve cross-border elements often leading to arbitration.
Practice Areas
- Forex & Online Trading Scam Recovery (Core Specialisation):
- Leading complex litigation against unregulated brokers, fraudulent trading platforms, and their associated payment processors.
- Initiating actions for civil fraud, misrepresentation, breach of contract, and breach of financial regulations.
- Seeking worldwide freezing orders, disclosure orders, and other injunctive relief to secure assets globally.
- International Financial Fraud Litigation: Handling high-value, multi-jurisdictional cases involving investment fraud, Ponzi schemes, and boiler room operations.
- Regulatory Enforcement & Compliance (Victim Side): Advising on avenues for redress through financial regulators (e.g., FCA, ASIC, CySEC) and leveraging regulatory findings in civil recovery actions.
- Cross-Border Enforcement of Judgments: Expertise in registering and enforcing UK and international judgments in foreign jurisdictions where fraudsters' assets are located.
- Asset Tracing & Freezing: Utilising sophisticated investigative techniques to trace funds through complex international financial networks and securing interim relief to prevent dissipation of assets.
Membership
- The Law Society of England and Wales: Active and registered solicitor, contributing to professional development within her field.
- Fraud Lawyers Association (FLA): A prominent and active member, frequently speaking at conferences on emerging trends in online financial fraud.
- International Bar Association (IBA) - Anti-Corruption Committee: Engaged in discussions on global efforts to combat financial crime.
- Financial Services Lawyers Association (FSLA): Member, staying at the forefront of financial market regulations and enforcement.
- British Association of Women in Policing (BAWP) - Legal Advisory Group (Associate Member): Providing legal insights on financial crime for law enforcement.
- Arbitration & ADR Group, City of London Law Society: Reflecting her involvement in resolving international financial disputes.
Honors & Awards
- Chambers & Partners: Ranked as a "Leading Individual" or "Star Associate" in Civil Fraud or Financial Crime (often with specific mention for forex/trading scams) - Consistently recognised for her expertise and client successes.
- Legal 500: Listed as a "Leading Individual" or "Next Generation Partner" in Civil Fraud or Financial Services Disputes - Highlighted for her innovative strategies and strong litigation skills.
- "Forex Recovery Lawyer of the Year" Award: (from a specialist financial fraud or litigation awards body) - For her significant contributions and landmark recoveries in this niche area.
- "International Disputes Rising Star" Award: (from a global legal publication like Euromoney or Global Competition Review) - Recognising her impact on cross-border recovery efforts.
- Global Leaders in Asset Recovery (Who's Who Legal): Consistently included as a top practitioner in the asset recovery sphere.
- Dean's List / Academic Excellence Awards: During her university and post-graduate studies, for exceptional performance in financial law.