Highlighted by clients for ‘outstanding expertise and commitment’ Wolf Theiss Rechtsanwälte GmbH & Co KG stands out for defending clients, which include individuals and corporates equally, against allegations of fraud and money laundering. The practice is jointly steered by Clemens Trauttenberg , who focuses on acting in multi-jurisdictional matters, including the defence against allegations of bribery, embezzlement and identity theft, and Nikolaus Loudon, who is equipped to represent clients at all stages of criminal proceedings, with noteworthy experience in advice on dawn raids and asset forfeiture. Valerie Hohenberg heads the firm’s asset recovery and global enforcement team and specialises in this context in fraud and corruption matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'They are very professional. When dealing with the authorities, they show all their experience and never lose their cool.'
- 'Clemens Trauttenberg and his team impress with his detailed specialist knowledge.'
‘This practice is unique due to their effort to exceed expectations.’
‘Wolf Theiss impresses with its outstanding expertise and commitment in criminal law cases. The firm is characterized by dedicated client support and the greatest care in handling each individual case. Wolf Theiss always strives to find the best solution for its clients.’
‘I can highly recommend working with Nikolaus Loudon. Clients can rely on his comprehensive expertise and tireless commitment. With his deep understanding of the complexities of commercial criminal law and his precise approach, he provides excellent support. ’
‘The individual attorneys are outstanding due to their technical expertise. ’
Key clients
- Aggregate Holdings
- PORR NoFACC
- Lifebrain Covid Labor
Work highlights
- Represented a company whose communications with business partners were allegedly infiltrated by unknown perpetrators and invoices falsified, resulting in significant damage.
- Defended a former managing director of an Austrian company against allegations of abuse of power, fraud and balance sheet falsification.
- Represented a company who fell victim to a fake president fraud and thus suffered damages in the double-digit million range.
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Practice head
Clemens Trauttenberg; Nikolaus Loudon
Other key lawyers
Valerie Hohenberg