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Criminal Law & White Collar Crime

Our specialized lawyers in criminal law, with an experience of over 30 years, offer effective legal assistance and representation to natural persons, corporations and public authorities on any specific aspect of the practice, from criminal investigation activities in front of the police/prosecutor, proper settlement of a criminal case, to complex trial cases, before lower courts to the highest legal forums, including the specialized divisions National Anti-corruption Directorate and Directorate for Investigating Organised Crime and Terrorism.

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Our specialized lawyers in criminal law, with an experience of over 30 years, offer effective legal assistance and representation to natural persons, corporations and public authorities on any specific aspect of the practice, from criminal investigation activities in front of the police/prosecutor, proper settlement of a criminal case, to complex trial cases, before lower courts to the highest legal forums, including the specialized divisions National Anti-corruption Directorate and Directorate for Investigating Organised Crime and Terrorism.

Our law firm provides legal advice and representation on various criminal law matters such as: financial fraud, money laundering, corruption, abuse of power and negligence in official positions, criminal breaches of confidentiality, white-collar crime, intellectual and industrial property criminal infringements, to name a few.

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  • Assisted a major Romanian retailer in a complex tax evasion case.
  • Assisted an important Israeli real estate developer in a complex lawsuit, in regard with releasing the client of civil liability.
  • Assisted a major international real estate developer in a fraud case committed by former employees.
  • Assisted a top producer of canned vegetables in a fraud committed by a commercial partner.
  • Assisted one of the largest retailers of electric vehicles in Romania in various cases of trademark crimes.
  • Assisted the representatives of a global constructor in front of the criminal investigation authorities involving a complex settlement of damages claim.
  • Assisted a Romanian iron and steel manufacturer, regarding criminal breaches in relation to its assets and liabilities committed by the former administrator of the company.
  • Assisted and represented a former mayor of a Romanian city in a complex corruption case.
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Criminal law in Romania holds a special place among the practice areas in which our criminal defense lawyers in Romania specialize. It is a complex field aimed at maintaining social balance and protecting fundamental rights and freedoms. Our firm recommends utilizing the services of a criminal defense attorney in Romania from our criminal law department, with over 30 years of experience in criminal cases related to economic crimes in Romania. An economic criminal lawyer in Romania can provide comprehensive representation in criminal proceedings, adopting a personalized approach for each client.

We offer legal assistance and efficient representation for individuals, corporations, and public authorities on any aspect specific to criminal law practice: from legal assistance during the criminal investigation in Romania, in front of the police/prosecutor, in the pre-trial chamber in Romania, resolving a criminal case in Romania, and to assistance in complex proceedings on the merits, both before lower courts and the highest judicial bodies. We are also recognized for providing legal assistance before special directions – the National Anti-corruption Directorate (DNA) and the Romanian Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism (DIICOT). Involvement in a DIICOT investigation can have serious consequences, which is why it is essential for a Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism (DIICOT) lawyer in Romania or a dui attorney in Romania to examine the criminal case file in Romania and develop a defense strategy in favor of the client, ensuring that their procedural rights are respected, depending on the nature of the crime.

A DUI lawyer in Romania or a crime lawyer in Romania from our team is dedicated to providing personalized legal solutions tailored to each individual case, regardless of its complexity. One of our core values is a professional approach to court proceedings in criminal cases, striving to achieve favorable outcomes for our clients.

Our law firm offers legal assistance and representation in various criminal law matters, such as financial fraud in Romania, money laundering in Romania, corruption in Romania, abuse of office in Romania and negligence, breach of confidentiality, financial crimes in Romania, crimes related to the infringement of intellectual and industrial property rights, etc.

We pride ourselves on a history of numerous successes in difficult cases, reflecting the dedication and professionalism with which we approach each legal situation. Choosing a white collar and financial crime, fraud and financial crime lawyer in Romania from our law firm is an effective decision that can significantly influence the conduct of the criminal process, as our in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of criminal law in Romania and practices can considerably increase the chances of success.

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