Regulatory & Criminal Enforcement

Assisting businesses and individuals during raids and other legal investigations is an essential and complex aspect of legal counsel. A raid is an intrusive and unexpected inspection where investigators, inspectors, or enforcement authorities—such as the police, the FIOD (Fiscal Intelligence and Investigation Service), the NVWA (Netherlands Food and Consumer Product…

Government institutions, such as provinces, municipalities, water boards, and other related entities, form the backbone of public administration and carry immense responsibility for upholding the law and providing essential services to society. However, this crucial role also entails significant risks. It is not uncommon for these institutions to face a…

Financial crime and forensic investigation are two crucial and interrelated disciplines that play a key role in combating and penalizing financial abuse and economic crime. These areas are vital for maintaining law and order within the business and financial sectors. Financial crime law concerns the legal processes and enforcement related…

In today’s business world, where globalization, technological advancements, and increased transparency play increasingly significant roles, maintaining corporate ethics and combating corruption is not only a legal obligation but also a strategic necessity. Corporate ethics encompass a broad range of norms and values that help businesses act honestly, responsibly, and transparently.…

In a dynamic and ever-changing world, businesses and organizations face an increasing number of challenges related to legal and regulatory matters, risk management, and crisis management. The importance of a strategic approach in the areas of Investigations, Compliance, and Defense cannot be overstated. Each of these three pillars plays a…

In the Netherlands, the protection of the environment and safety is a highly important and intensely regulated aspect of both the legal and business landscapes. The legal framework for environmental and safety protection is designed to strike a delicate balance between economic progress and the need to conserve natural resources,…

Economic Regulatory Law is a central and multifaceted area of law that plays a fundamental role in regulating economic activities and markets in the Netherlands and Europe. It encompasses a broad spectrum of laws and regulations affecting various sectors, including food safety, pharmaceutical regulation, labor conditions, competition law, gambling, and…

Corruption, money laundering, and fraud are not only significant legal issues but also profound criminal activities that undermine the ethical foundation and financial stability of organizations and individuals. These forms of crime have far-reaching effects on the integrity of economic systems and can have severe legal and financial consequences. The…

Money laundering is a broad and complex process aimed at obscuring the origins of illegally obtained money to make it appear as if it is legitimate. This process involves several stages, each with specific techniques and methods ranging from simple to highly sophisticated mechanisms. Money launderers continually develop and refine…