Consumer & Compensation Law · European Union
Get Help After Being Scammed and Start Recovering Your Money
Scams come in endless disguises — fake invoices, romance fraud, lottery wins, tech-support calls and advance-fee schemes — but they share one goal: your money. We match you, free of charge, with a lawyer who helps scam victims recover losses across Europe.
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Who this is for
Whatever the scam looked like, if you lost money you may have a route to recovery
Scams are schemes designed to deceive you into handing over money, personal information or access to your accounts. They arrive through email, phone, text message, social media and even the post, preying on trust, urgency and fear. Common forms include invoice fraud where a business is tricked into paying a fake bill, romance scams that build a relationship before asking for money, lottery or prize scams demanding an upfront fee, tech-support scams that claim your computer is infected, and advance-fee schemes promising money or goods that never arrive. Because scammers move fast and operate across borders, stolen funds are quickly shifted across borders, leaving victims unsure what to do or who can help. The rules governing recovery depend on where you live, how you paid and where the scammer operated, so a specialist lawyer can assess what happened and pursue the most realistic routes to get your money back.
Why victims feel stuck
Scammers are experts at making you feel it was your fault.
It was not — and you still have options.
Victims are often too embarrassed to act, or told by banks that nothing can be done once a payment is authorised.
You feel embarrassed to come forward
Shame is one of the most powerful tools a scammer has, and many victims never report what happened. But scams are sophisticated and widespread, and speaking to a lawyer is a practical step, not an admission of fault.
The bank says the payment was authorised
Victims are routinely told that because they approved the transfer, the loss is theirs. In many jurisdictions banks and payment firms have legal duties to detect and stop scams — duties that can be challenged.
The scammer is untraceable
Scammers hide behind fake numbers, spoofed emails and accounts in other countries. Tracing who actually received the money and where it went requires technical and legal work that most victims cannot do alone.
What you get
A lawyer who actually helps you recover from a scam
We only match you with lawyers who handle fraud, scam recovery and consumer protection claims regularly.
Clear-headed case review
Your lawyer reviews what happened, how you paid and what you were told, then explains honestly which recovery routes — bank claim, police report or civil action — are realistic for your situation.
Fund tracing & recovery
A specialist works to trace where your money went and pursues its return, acting quickly to preserve records and freeze accounts where possible before the trail disappears.
Bank & provider challenge
Your lawyer knows the legal duties banks and payment firms owe scam victims and how to escalate a complaint when a bank wrongly refuses to investigate or reimburse.
Reporting handled correctly
A lawyer ensures the right reports are filed with the right authorities — which strengthens your recovery claim — rather than leaving you to navigate the process alone.
Coverage
Scam recovery lawyers across Europe
Scam recovery depends on national consumer-protection, banking and fraud rules, and often crosses borders. The right lawyer knows your country’s system and can coordinate internationally. We match cases across the following countries and beyond:
Frequently asked
Scams — common questions
I’ve been scammed — what should I do first?
Stop all contact with the scammer, do not send more money, and preserve every message, email, screenshot and transaction record you can. Report the scam to your bank and the relevant authorities, then seek legal advice on your recovery options.
I feel embarrassed — should I really report it?
Yes. Scams are sophisticated and affect people from every background, and reporting is a practical step that supports tracing and recovery, not an admission of fault. A lawyer can help you report and pursue your money without judgement.
The bank says I authorised the payment — can I still recover anything?
Often yes. Being deceived into authorising a payment is still fraud, and in many jurisdictions banks and payment firms have duties to detect and prevent scams. A lawyer can review whether those duties were met in your case.
How long do I have to take action after being scammed?
Time limits vary by country and claim type and can be short, so it is important to act promptly once you realise what happened. A lawyer can confirm the deadlines that apply to your specific situation.
Can my money be traced after a scam?
Frequently yes, especially if you act quickly, because stolen funds usually move through identifiable bank accounts and payment systems. Recovery is not guaranteed, but a specialist can work to trace the money and pursue its return.
What kinds of scams can a lawyer help with?
Lawyers assist with a wide range, including invoice fraud, romance scams, advance-fee schemes, lottery and prize scams, tech-support fraud, and any scheme where you were deceived into paying or transferring money. The key question is whether the money can be traced and a liable party identified.
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You are not alone — take the first step toward recovery
Tell us what happened and how you paid, and we’ll connect you with a lawyer who helps scam victims recover their money across Europe — free of charge, with no obligation to hire.