Eike Bicker
Gleiss LutzWith corporate governance and compliance expert Eike Bicker as head of its practice, Gleiss Lutz' white-collar crime competencies are underpinned by relevant expertise in compliance issues and internal investigations. Christoph Skoupil is usually in charge of white-collar crime matters; in addition to criminal law issues, he specialises in administrative offenses and thus often handles cases pertaining to breach of trust, corruption, fraud and tax evasion allegations, but also assists with criminal employment matters as well as cyber attacks and money laundering issues. Alongside companies and banks, the group recently also advised public sector clients.
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'The team handles a very broad range of topics and has outstanding expertise across all compliance, corporate governance and white-collar crime matters.'
'Christoph Skoupil has great expertise in white-collar crime. Competent and pragmatic advice.'
'This firm 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.'
'They respond quickly, understand the client's needs and communicate their advice well.'
'Gleiss Lutz has extensive experience in cross-border investigations and can provide practical advice based on its work with global investigative authorities.'
'Eike Bicker gives valuable advice that takes into account the entire spectrum of collateral consequences. His advice is sound and practical.'
'Excellent support in a complex legal matter with comprehensive advice taking into account both legal and ethical aspects.'
'Eike Bicker is very responsive and can quickly grasp complex issues.'
Key clients
- Solaris
Work highlights
- Advice to Solaris SE on money laundering, regulatory and white-collar crime issues. In addition to representing and defending the company in administrative offense proceedings by the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) and accompanying banking supervisory audits and (special) investigations, advice on the strategic design of internal security and prevention measures was also provided and a settlement with BaFin on the highest fine ever imposed in Germany for money laundering violations negotiated.
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Christoph Skoupil
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