Gleiss Lutz is well versed in internal investigations and advises on money laundering, regulatory and white collar criminal law issues as well as related allegations of sexual harassment, bullying and fraud. The team places a strong focus on the finance sector, where instructions pertain to regulatory audits as well as cum-ex and cum-cum issues. The practice regularly takes the lead in proceedings before the relevant authorities and courts as well as in administrative proceedings, investigations and criminal proceedings; recently the practice was also instructed to act as a voluntary monitor for Deutsche Bahn. Litigator and practice head Eike Bicker focuses on corporate compliance and is experienced in advising financial institutions.
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'The team has a very broad range of themes and has outstanding expertise in all compliance, corporate governance and white collar issues.'
'The team has professional expertise and is committed to the success of its clients. The team combines a good understanding of the law with a practical approach to problem solving, ensuring that clients receive not only legal advice but also actionable solutions tailored to their specific needs.'
Key clients
- Deutsche Bahn AG
- Wirecard AG
Work highlights
Supporting Deutsche Bahn AG in an independent internal investigation into possible failures in the maintenance of railway infrastructure in Germany following a train derailment in 2022 that left five people dead and more than 70 injured.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Eike Bicker
Other key lawyers
Marcus Reischl; Christoph Skoupil