Practice area
Business Criminal Defense & Tax Criminal Law Attorney Trier | LegalUnion
Legal advice in Trier and the border region
Key Focus Areas
- —Fraud and embezzlement (§§ 263, 266 StGB / German Criminal Code)
- —Tax evasion (§ 370 AO / German Fiscal Code)
- —Insolvency offenses
- —Corruption and bribery
- —Money laundering (§ 261 StGB)
- —Compliance and internal investigations
- —Voluntary self-disclosure in tax criminal law (Selbstanzeige)
- —Representation during house searches
Business Criminal Law: Defense on Equal Terms with the Prosecution
Business criminal proceedings are complex, lengthy, and can threaten existence. The prosecution has specialized priority departments. So do we. We represent defendants in all phases of proceedings – from the preliminary investigation to the main trial and appeal (Revision). In doing so, we work closely with our tax advisors when tax matters are at the center.
- —Fraud (§ 263 StGB) and computer fraud
- —Embezzlement (§ 266 StGB) and misappropriation
- —Insolvency offenses (§§ 283 et seq. StGB)
- —Corruption: active and passive bribery
- —Money laundering (§ 261 StGB)
- —Capital market offenses
Tax Criminal Law: From Voluntary Self-Disclosure to Main Trial
Tax evasion is the most frequent offense in business criminal law. We advise on penalty-free voluntary self-disclosure (§ 371 AO), represent clients in tax criminal investigations, and coordinate defense with tax assessment proceedings. Our advantage: lawyers and tax advisors under one roof – for a coordinated strategy.
- —Penalty-free voluntary self-disclosure (§ 371 AO)
- —Tax evasion (§ 370 AO)
- —Tax receiving / handling stolen tax goods (§ 374 AO)
- —Negligent tax shortening (§ 378 AO)
- —Coordination with tax assessment proceedings
- —Objection to tax notices parallel to criminal defense
House Searches: What to Do When Investigators Knock
A house search is a shock for those affected. Important: You have the right to call a lawyer immediately. We are available 24/7. We review the search warrant, accompany the search, and secure your rights. We can have seized documents and data media examined for their lawfulness.
- —Immediate availability during searches
- —Review of the search warrant
- —Accompanying search measures
- —Legal remedies against unlawful seizures
- —Protection of client secrets (right to refuse testimony / Zeugnisverweigerungsrecht)
Compliance and Internal Investigations
Companies are increasingly obligated to establish compliance systems and investigate violations internally. We advise companies on setting up compliance systems, conduct internal investigations, and advise whether and how matters should be reported to authorities.
- —Compliance consulting for companies
- —Internal investigations
- —Whistleblower systems (Whistleblower protection)
- —Corporate voluntary self-disclosure
- —Cooperation with investigative authorities
Contact Information
- —LegalService: LegalUnion – Attorney Business Criminal Law & Tax Criminal Law Trier
- —Address: An der Ziegelei 2a, 54295 Trier, Germany
- —Telephone: +49-651-98229970
- —Email: info@legalunion.eu
- —Area Served: Trier, Luxembourg
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between business criminal law and tax criminal law?
Business criminal law encompasses all offenses in the economic sector – fraud, embezzlement, insolvency offenses, corruption, money laundering. Tax criminal law is a sub-area specifically concerning offenses against tax law, particularly tax evasion pursuant to § 370 AO. In practice, both areas frequently overlap.
What is a penalty-free voluntary self-disclosure (Selbstanzeige)?
Voluntary self-disclosure pursuant to § 371 AO allows individuals to avoid criminal prosecution for tax evasion if certain requirements are met: complete subsequent declaration of all non-time-barred tax offenses, payment of the evaded taxes plus interest and surcharges. The requirements are strict – an erroneous self-disclosure can worsen the situation. We advise you prior to submission.
Do I have to speak with investigators during a house search?
No. You have the right to remain silent. You should exercise this right until you have spoken with a lawyer. Call us immediately. Any statement without legal counsel can worsen your proceedings.
What does a criminal defense attorney in business criminal law cost?
Costs depend on the scope of the proceedings. We work on an hourly basis or agree on flat fees for specific stages of proceedings. In an initial consultation, we transparently explain the anticipated costs. Contact us for an initial confidential consultation.
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