Business Protection During Pre-Investigation Inquiries

A pre-investigation inquiry is conducted to determine whether there are grounds to initiate a criminal case. Law enforcement authorities aim to confirm suspicions of a specific offense or identify other potential episodes.

Particular attention is paid to obtaining evidence—especially documents, phones, computers, and other data carriers containing sensitive information.

Initial interest in a business from enforcement agencies may arise even before direct contact—through information requests sent to banks, counterparties, and third parties; inquiries for documents and data; employee summons for interviews or explanations; or demands for access to premises.

We can step in at the earliest stages—even before any direct contact with law enforcement—take over communication, and provide comprehensive legal protection for the business.

We assess the reasons for increased scrutiny, identify potential risks, develop a defense strategy, accompany clients during explanations, document handovers, and data transfers, and ensure the legality of all investigative actions.

Timely involvement of legal counsel helps reduce criminal law risks for owners, executives, and staff, and minimizes potential harm to the business.