Lawyers for Criminal Defense and Investigation

Representation by Criminal Defense Lawyers

Criminal proceedings are always a serious burden for the suspect. Therefore, we are committed to supporting our clients through every aspect of criminal proceedings. Criminal defense has been a tradition in our firm for decades. Our clients benefit from the profound expertise of our criminal defense lawyers in all criminal law matters and from the international orientation of our firm. We have an excellent network and place great importance on outstanding cooperation with investigative authorities and courts.

In the area of criminal defense, we represent our clients in all phases of the criminal proceedings, from the first police interrogation through the defense in court to any appellate proceedings and beyond the conclusion of the actual criminal proceedings.

Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters

As part of international cooperation, Liechtenstein authorities are often requested to provide mutual legal assistance in foreign criminal proceedings. Examples of such support include:

• obtaining information from banks;
• seizing and transmitting (bank) documents;
• imposing asset freezes;
• questioning witnesses and suspects;
• conducting searches (known as “small mutual assistance”);
• etc.

Often, mutual legal assistance requests from foreign authorities lead to criminal investigations in Liechtenstein and asset freezes at domestic banks. Such proceedings can be very complex and time-consuming due to international entanglements and the large volume of documents. We represent you before the authorities, advocate for the protection of your interests, and safeguard your rights. In cross-border investigations, we collaborate with renowned international law firms to ensure effective defense.

Economic Crime

Proceedings in economic criminal law are usually very complex and require a well-thought-out and substantiated defense strategy. The earlier a criminal defense lawyer is involved to protect and defend your rights, the better. Besides defending private individuals and legal entities, we also provide pre-emptive legal advice for your company and advise you in connection with internal investigations.