COMMUNICATION IN ECONOMIC CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS
Reputation protection when the public prosecutor's office comes knocking
When companies become the focus of investigations, two parallel proceedings arise:
the legal proceedings
the public proceedings
The media, politicians, and the public often react faster than the courts.
We support companies and legal departments in protecting their reputation and controlling communication risks.
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PROBLEM
Prosecutorial investigations quickly become public
Economic criminal proceedings often develop a momentum of their own.
Common triggers:
house searches
Investigations by public prosecutors
compliance procedure
regulatory investigations
internal investigations
Within a few hours, the following can occur:
media reports
political demands
Reactions from investors or customers
RISKS
In such situations, companies face several challenges:
one-sided portrayals by the media
Public prejudice
Uncertainty among employees and stakeholders
Reputational damage before a case is decided
Communication must therefore be handled with particular care.
OUR APPROACH
Litigation PR in white-collar crime proceedings
We help legal departments develop communication strategies that:
are legally coordinated
protect one's reputation
consider media dynamics
Our goal is to combine legal strategy and communication strategy.
SERVICES
Litigation PR strategy
Development of a communication line for ongoing investigations.
Holding statements
Prepared statements for:
house searches
preliminary investigation
media inquiries
Q&A Framework
Structured answers to critical questions from:
media
politics
public
media strategy
Strategic communication with journalists and opinion leaders.
stakeholder communication
Coordinated communication with:
employees
investors
business partners
RESULT
What companies gain
Protecting reputation during investigations
controlled public communication
minimized communication risks
better control of public perception
Discreet advice in commercial criminal proceedings
Our consulting services are aimed at:
General Counsel
compliance officers
company management