Criminal Law and Enforcement

From the start of any domestic or international investigation or prosecution, we provide immediate assistance and guidance to our corporate clients and their executives.

Dedicated to handling complex criminal matters, our expert team provides assistance in matters relating to fraud, money-laundering, corruption, environmental criminal law, industrial accidents, market abuse and many other criminal offences. Our specialists combine in-depth legal knowledge with a pragmatic approach.

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Stibbe assists a major Swiss bank

Stibbe assists a leading Swiss bank in a judicial inquiry conducted by an investigating judge in Brussels, focusing on allegations of money laundering and operating as an illegal financial intermediary.

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Stibbe assisted a parcel distribution company in a social-criminal case

Stibbe assisted a parcel distribution company in a prominent social-criminal case before the Antwerp correctional court. The case was crucial for the company and its business model, as it focuses on the use of individual contractors for parcel deliveries.

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Stibbe assists a leading mining and metal manufacturer

Stibbe assisted the president of the board of a leading mining and metal manufacturer in proceedings before the Financial Services and Markets Authority (FSMA) concerning a market manipulation case and a related criminal inquiry.

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Stibbe represented Brussels Airport Company in trial related to 2016 Brussels attacks

Stibbe represented Brussels Airport Company in one of Belgium’s largest trials, where 10 men were convicted for their roles in the March 2016 suicide bombings at Brussels Airport and metro attacks linked to the Islamic State militant group.

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Services

We provide assistance right from the start of any investigation. We assist corporate clients, their management and other executives during raids and interrogations by investigative authorities. We defend them during the entire procedure before the District Court, Court of Appeal, Dutch and Belgium Supreme Court (Hoge Raad / Hof van Cassatie / Cour de cassation) and European Court of Human Rights. In addition, we have extensive experience in conducting out-of-court settlement negotiations with prosecuting authorities.

Our clients include corporates from the financial, banking, accounting, industrial, construction and real estate sectors. Thanks to our long experience in the field of corporate criminal law, we combine in-depth legal knowledge with practical knowledge of sector-specific interests. For years in a row, the team has been listed in the league tables as a top tier firm in the field of corporate criminal law and enforcement.

Working in close partnership with our Public Law, Tax Law and EU and Competition Law practice groups, we ensure that our clients enjoy all the benefits that our full-service firm can offer.

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Recognition & Awards

"The firm stands out for the outstanding knowledge and expertise of the Stibbe partners and associates in the field of fraud and white-collar crime, their people-oriented client service delivery mindset, and their ability and drive to deliver in time high quality legal advice."

The Legal 500
2024
Fraud and White-Collar Crime

"They are experts with in-depth knowledge across the full range of environmental legislation and they are available to provide practical advice at short notice."

The Legal 500
2024
Fraud and White-Collar Crime

"This team is the best of the best. All team members are fully dedicated, they provide excellent quality, and they always respond swiftly."

The Legal 500
2024
Fraud and White-Collar Crime

"Service-oriented, expertise and availability."

The Legal 500
2024
Fraud and White-Collar Crime

"Experienced and professional team. Multi-disciplinary and expert legal services. Internal follow-up is well organised."

The Legal 500
2023
Fraud and White-Collar Crime

"Highly structured, pragmatic and well-connected all over Europe."

The Legal 500
2023
Fraud and White-Collar Crime

"To the point approach, managing expectations and giving clear and concise advice."

The Legal 500
2023
Fraud and White-Collar Crime

"Always a sure and secure stop, without a doubt the team I love to work with on any matter. Exceptional technical skills combined with solid case management, strategic views and utmost easy to work with."

The Legal 500
2022
Fraud and White-Collar Crime