Criminal law is one of the most challenging and at the same time most important areas of law. Anyone who is confronted with criminal charges often faces an existential threat - be it the threat of fines or imprisonment, consequences under professional law or a massive loss of reputation. In this difficult situation, our modern and committed law firm is at your side with experience, assertiveness and expertise. Our approach is not judgemental, but solution-oriented. It does not matter whether the accusation is true or not - our mission is to provide the best possible defence of your interests.
Our law firm offers competent defence in all areas of criminal law, including
Commercial and criminal tax law - Fraud, embezzlement, tax evasion, insolvency offences
Juvenile criminal law - Special procedures for juvenile offenders
Sexual criminal law - Defence in cases of allegations of sexual assault or abuse
Medical criminal law - Accusations against doctors, e.g. due to treatment errors or billing fraud
Politically motivated offences - Proceedings in the area of assembly or state security criminal law
Mandatory defence - Assignment by the state
Rights of victims - Representation of joint plaintiffs, adhesion proceedings and counsel for witnesses
Prison law - Support during and after imprisonment
Many criminal proceedings relate to classic everyday offences - such as theft, fraud or assault. But even „everyday“ accusations can have drastic consequences: Fines or prison sentences, entries in criminal records and massive consequences for your career and family. We defend you consistently - with expertise, experience and a clear plan.
Our services in general criminal law:
Defence in cases of accusations such as theft, fraud or damage to property
Comprehensive process analysis and development of the optimum strategy
Representation in preliminary proceedings, main proceedings and appeals
Avoidance of previous convictions through cessation or diversion proceedings
Sensitive and discreet support for incriminating allegations
We stand in line Your page - Calm, experienced and solution-orientated.
Whether ownership not small quantities, trafficking or international importation - drug offences often have drastic legal consequences. In addition to severe penalties, there is also the threat of losing your driving licence or your training or job. We will develop a smart and realistic defence strategy for you.
Our services in drug-related criminal law:
Defence in possession, trafficking, export and import of narcotics
Strategies for mitigating punishment through therapy or co-operation
Defence for juvenile or first-time offenders
Advice on driving licence and driving licence consequences
Use for recruitment or suspended sentences
We fight for Your second chance - and Your future.
Accusations such as Manslaughter or murder For the accused, such cases represent an extremely exceptional personal situation - often associated with pre-trial detention, media attention and long sentences. Such proceedings require experience, concentration and a strong defence team.
Our services in capital offence law:
Defence in homicide cases (murder, manslaughter, attempted murder)
Early involvement in the preliminary proceedings
Critical analysis of the evidence, expert opinions and witness statements
Defence in detention cases and trials before jury courts
Co-operation with experts (e.g. psychiatry, forensic science)
We defend - with the necessary experience and full concentration on Your procedure.
In white-collar criminal proceedings, large sums of money, complex business structures and professional livelihoods are often at stake. At the same time, the proceedings are lengthy and of particular public relevance. Our defence is discreet, commercially oriented and strategically well thought out.
Our services in commercial and criminal tax law:
Defence in cases of allegations such as fraud, breach of trust, bribery or misuse of subsidies
Criminal tax proceedings (e.g. tax evasion, voluntary disclosure)
Representation of companies, managing directors and freelancers
Counselling in investigation proceedings and search situations
Negotiation with criminal and financial authorities to limit damage
We secure your Entrepreneurial and personal ability to act - with a sense of proportion and expertise.
In criminal proceedings, young people need a defence that is not only legally convincing, but also humanly convincing. Juvenile criminal law pursues educational goals - we help to utilise these in the interests of our young clients.
Our services in the Juvenile criminal law:
Defence of juveniles and adolescents (14-21 years)
Support in juvenile court proceedings and diversion proceedings
Avoidance of unnecessary sanctions or entries in the register
Involvement of parents, social pedagogues and support services
Long-term perspective instead of short-term punishment
We fight for opportunities instead of stigmatisation - with experience and sensitivity.
Sexual offences are among the most serious accusations in criminal law - both legally and personally. In addition to long prison sentences, there is the threat of social exclusion and professional consequences. We defend with discretion, determination and a clear strategy.
Our services in the Sexual criminal law:
Defence in cases of allegations such as sexual assault, coercion or abuse
Possession or distribution of child and youth pornographic content
Critical examination of the evidence and credibility reports
Protection from prejudgement and media attention
Defence against misuse of criminal charges (e.g. out of revenge)
Discreet communication with courts and authorities
We protect your rights - with objectivity and without prejudice.
Accusations against healthcare professionals often threaten their very existence. They concern not only criminal law, but also licence to practise, reputation and licences. We defend doctors, psychotherapists and other healthcare professionals with a deep understanding of professional law.
Our services in medical criminal law:
Defence in cases of billing fraud, medical malpractice or personal injury
Representation before the public prosecutor's office, the Association of Statutory Health Insurance Physicians and chambers
Coordination with professional law, disciplinary and authorisation procedures
Confidential counselling in suspected cases and internal processing
Defence in preliminary and main proceedings
We defend your professional existence - sound, confidential and with expertise in medical law.
Drunkenness, hit-and-run accidents or negligent bodily harm in road traffic are not trivial offences - they threaten your driving licence, freedom and professional future. We will defend you resolutely against accusations of traffic offences.
Our services in the Traffic offence law:
Defence in cases of drunk driving, drugged driving, hit-and-run accidents
Advice on MPU, driving ban or driving licence withdrawal
Accompaniment in cases of negligent bodily injury or homicide in road traffic
Avoidance of criminal charges through tactical defence
Applications for suspension of revocation, shortening of the revocation period, reissue
We are committed to this, that you remain mobile and legally capable of acting.
The internet is not a legal vacuum - digital offences are consistently prosecuted. Whether data theft, cyberbullying or copyright infringement: we defend you in a complex matter that requires technical and legal expertise.
Our services in the IT criminal law:
Defence in cases of computer fraud, hacking, data misuse
Copyright infringements, file sharing, darknet proceedings
Defence for allegations of identity theft or online fraud
Advice on dealing with digital evidence (e.g. IP addresses, chats)
Early involvement in house searches and seizures
Digital accusations require digital expertise - we supply both.
Proceedings with a political or social background - e.g. in relation to the right of assembly, demonstrations or state security offences - require particular sensitivity. We defend without judgement - but with full legal consistency.
Our services for politically motivated accusations:
Defence in cases of breach of the peace, resistance, violation of assembly law
Proceedings for incitement to hatred or political offences
Proceedings in the area of state security (e.g. §§ 129, 129a StGB)
Defence in investigations against activists, journalists, demonstrators
Safeguarding fundamental rights in criminal proceedings
Committed, impartial, based on the rule of law - we are committed to Your defence in.
Anyone facing serious criminal charges is entitled to a fair defence - even if they lack the means or the proceedings are particularly serious. In such cases, you are entitled to a public defence. But public defence does not mean „second-class defence“. We represent you with the same level of commitment with which we also conduct electoral mandates - individually, determined and experienced.
Our services in mandatory defence:
Application for appointment as a public defender
Early procedural support from the start of the investigation
Comprehensive inspection of files and assessment of the legal situation
Development of a viable defence strategy
Defence in main trial, custody review and appeal
We consistently stand up for your rights - regardless of income or status. Rely on our experience and determination in difficult moments.
Not only offenders need a voice in court - victims of serious criminal offences also have the right to have their interests effectively represented. Victims can actively participate in the criminal proceedings, exert influence and assert claims as part of the accessory prosecution. We will guide you through the entire process with empathy, experience and legal clarity.
Our services in the Representation of joint plaintiffs:
Advice on the admissibility and chances of accessory prosecution
Formulation and submission of the application for accessory prosecution
Legal support during the entire main hearing
Assertion of claims for damages and compensation for pain and suffering
Sensitive, victim-orientated support at eye level
You don't have to go it alone. We give your voice weight - in the courtroom and beyond.
Criminal proceedings do not always end with an acquittal. If a prison sentence is imposed, a stressful time full of uncertainty begins for many prisoners and their relatives. We will not leave you alone - not even after the conviction. As experienced criminal defence lawyers, we will accompany you through all phases of the Penal system and help you to develop prospects and protect your rights even in prison.
Our custodial care services:
Counselling on prison issues and prison relaxations
Applications for suspended sentences or half sentences
Preparation for hearings before the enforcement chamber
Support with resocialisation and reintegration
Contact person for relatives in legal matters
We are committed to ensuring that you are also treated fairly in prison - with the prospect of a life afterwards.
Every criminal case is unique and requires a customised defence strategy. Our law firm relies on individual criminal defence that is precisely tailored to the respective allegations, the evidence and the personal circumstances of our clients. There are basically two central defence approaches:
The focus here is on the complete refutation of the allegations. We critically examine evidence, scrutinise witness statements and use legal means to obtain a dismissal of the case.
If an acquittal is not possible, our defence aims to keep the consequences for our clients as low as possible. In addition to legal arguments, we rely on a holistic strategy that also takes extrajudicial aspects into account. We work with social organisations and support networks in order to incorporate rehabilitation measures, therapy offers or social prognoses into the proceedings. This can have a positive effect on the sentence and lead to more lenient judgements, suspended sentences or alternative sanctions.
Our law firm stands for Efficient, committed and well thought-out criminal defence, which is always orientated towards the individual needs of our clients. We fight for your rights - with vigour, expertise and a clear strategy.
Whether you are the accused, defendant or victim of a criminal offence - we are at your side with our comprehensive criminal law expertise. Our approach is not judgemental, but solution-oriented. It does not matter whether the accusation is true or not - our mission is to provide the best possible defence for your interests. Contact us for a non-binding initial consultation. We will vigorously defend your rights!
Christian Odebrecht
Defence lawyer and attorney at law
Björn Steveker
Specialist lawyer for labour law
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