Advising clients on the full range of business crime, LeitnerLaw Rechtsanwälte has a with a noteworthy specialism in advice on tax-related offences such as tax evasion. The practice is led by Mario Schmieder, who clients describe as a ‘specialist in proceedings in the field of commercial and financial criminal law’, and Simone Tober, who excels in representing clients in environmental criminal proceedings.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Mario Schmieder is a specialist in proceedings in the field of commercial and financial criminal law and impresses with his emphatically calm manner and analytical approach.’

  • ‘Simone Tober and Mario Schmieder are a perfectly aligned team, and you can see and feel that they have been working with each other for a very long time now. They and their whole team are very easy-going, but deliver results. ’

  • ‘Simone Tober is part of a new generation of young lawyers that make a lot of waves in the market. She combines highest professional standards with modern and creative approaches. I have never experienced such a level of reliability before.'

  • 'Mario Schmieder is the go-to guy for defense against allegations of tax evasion. His experience, focus and knowledge is second to none. Great pleasure to work with.’
  • ‘The team around Mario Schmieder is first rate, quick, knowledgeable, and very well connected with the authorities.’

  • ‘Mario Schmieder and Simone Tober are both highly knowledgeable and very strong in resenting client interests.’

  • ‘LeitnerLaw's expertise and commitment to criminal law cases is outstanding. They impress with their dedicated client care and tireless commitment to conducting each case with the utmost care and precision. Even in legally complex cases, you are well advised by LeitnerLaw.’

  • ‘I have had excellent experiences with Mario Schmieder and Simone Tober. Clients can rely on their competence and tireless defense. They show a deep understanding of the complex aspects of white-collar crime and work with great precision and foresight. I can highly recommend them.’

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Simone Tober
LeitnerLaw Rechtsanwälte

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Mario Schmieder, Simone Tober