Defence in tax-related criminal proceedings
Discreet, carefully prepared legal support where tax matters involve potential criminal liability.
When a tax matter carries potential criminal consequences, the procedural position needs to be assessed promptly. A statement, document or step taken in a tax audit may also matter in criminal proceedings. We consider both contexts when planning the defence and protecting your rights.
We assist clients facing suspected tax offences, including matters involving VAT, income tax, accounting records, invoicing and business transactions. Our focus is a factual assessment, careful preparation and a coordinated strategy from the first investigative steps through the relevant stages of criminal proceedings.
Tax and criminal context: A coordinated approach to the tax issues and the criminal proceedings.
Procedural awareness: Each step assessed for its implications for your rights and overall position.
Discretion and preparation: Direct involvement of experienced attorneys and careful preparation for procedural acts.
How we can help
Initial legal assessment and identification of risks
Preparation for questioning, explanations and other procedural acts
Defence during pre-trial and subsequent criminal proceedings
Assistance with procedural acts concerning seizure of documents, accounting records and electronic data
Coordination between tax audits, assessment proceedings and criminal proceedings
Review of communications with the tax authority and other authorities
Preparation of procedural submissions and defence strategy
Ongoing advice on procedural risks
Who we assist
Company directors and members of statutory bodies
Businesses under investigation by law enforcement authorities
Clients facing a tax audit with potential criminal implications
Individuals summoned for questioning or explanations in tax-related matters
Clients requiring coordinated tax and criminal defence
How we work with you
Initial consultation: understand the facts, identify the key legal issues and any urgent deadlines.
Document and procedural review: assess the available records and the current stage of each proceeding.
Defence strategy: agree a considered approach and coordinate the steps in both proceedings.
Representation and ongoing support: respond to developments and protect your procedural rights.
In our boutique practice, you work directly with us as experienced attorneys. We focus on your priorities and deadlines, clear communication and a proportionate scope of work.
JUDr. PhDr. Michal Kočiš, PhD. LL.M. brings LL.M. studies at the University of Florida, experience with a Big Four firm and work in an international law firm.
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