Criminal & White-Collar: lawyers and advisers
Find proven, recommended Criminal & White-Collar lawyers and advisers worldwide. A criminal defence lawyer defends individuals and companies in criminal investigations and prosecutions, including fraud, bribery, money laundering and sanctions matters. You usually need one when you or your company are contacted by the police or a prosecutor, face an investigation, or need an internal investigation into suspected wrongdoing.
The jurisdictions with the most Criminal & White-Collar experts listed are England, Italy and Brazil. Use the filters below to narrow by specialism or country, or search by name or firm.
Experts
Dr Barbara Livonius
carried out her studies and was awarded her doctoral degree in Munich. In 1993, she joined Deutsche Bank AG in Frankfurt as in-house counsel in their central legal department, where she worked in the field of credit and insolvency law. In…
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Felix Rettenmaier
Felix Rettenmaier, partner at RETTENMAIER Frankfurt, is named Criminal Law Expert of the Year in Germany at the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2026 for white-collar criminal defence.
View profile →Frequently asked questions
What does a criminal defence lawyer do?
A criminal defence lawyer defends individuals and companies in criminal investigations and prosecutions, including fraud, bribery, money laundering and sanctions matters.
When do you need a criminal defence lawyer?
You are likely to need one when you or your company are contacted by the police or a prosecutor, face an investigation, or need an internal investigation into suspected wrongdoing. Taking advice early usually costs less than putting things right later.
How do I find a good criminal defence lawyer?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in the country concerned, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each criminal defence lawyer listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a criminal defence lawyer cost?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a lawyer or an adviser for criminal & white-collar matters?
Use a lawyer for legal advice, contracts and anything that may end up before a court or a regulator. Advisers such as accountants, tax advisers and consultants handle compliance, financial and business advice. Many matters need both, which is why Find an Expert lists both, under the Legal and Advisory specialisms.
How do I contact a criminal defence lawyer through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.