Business Criminal Law

The business criminal law team assists businesses, governments, and individuals when they come into contact with (business) criminal law. With a focus on protecting our clients' interests, our dedicated experts ensure comprehensive multidisciplinary support in navigating legal challenges. Whether defending against criminal allegations or seeking recourse as a victim, Lydian’s criminal law specialists closely collaborate with other Lydian colleagues to provide tailored solutions to address specific needs and concerns effectively. 

Our business criminal law practice covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Fraud, such as internal fraud, insurance fraud, contractual fraud, social and tax fraud 
• Corporate criminal liability and the liability of its executives
• Cybercrime
• Environmental crime
• Public and private corruption
• Workplace accidents
• Whistleblowing
• Money laundering 
• Hotline

Lydian provides assistance as from the early stages of the case, for instance during dawn raids and interviews by police or other law enforcement agencies or by filing a criminal complaint once a fraud has been discovered. Our specialists provide assistance and representation in court proceedings, including in criminal cases before the Court of Cassation. In line with our pragmatic and solution-oriented approach, our lawyers will advise on alternative solutions such as concluding criminal and/or civil settlements.

Our business criminal law practice similarly encompasses advising on how to prevent and limit criminal law risks, for instance through the implementation of compliance programmes or relevant policies.