Hengeler Mueller has one of the leading compliance and investigation practices. We advise in a number of complex compliance matters around the globe and regularly work successful with law enforcement and administrative authorities on behalf of our clients. We believe in providing uncompromisingly high quality and we strive for tailored solutions to meet our clients’ expectations. We set up efficient project management teams which understand and anticipate the needs and concerns of our clients beyond the current compliance issue and can handle national and international dilemmas when these may arise.
“Some of the smartest people I’ve met on the law firm side. When they are involved in something, it shines through in the work product. They are really top-notch and knowledgeable.”
Client in Chambers Europe 2022
Your added value
Our clients benefit from our interdisciplinary compliance team
Navigating the global landscape:
Through our experience in coordinating complex, multi-jurisdictional investigations with numerous advisers, inter alia authorities, claimants, courts, we are familiar with and understand the priorities and the – never identical – interests of the various stakeholders.
Mastering cross-border challenges:
We advise European companies in proceedings in the U.S. and liaise between these two jurisdictions. We monitor compliance with the pro- visions of European procedural law and know how to balance the numerous legal and factual dilemmas arising in cross-border investigations.
Comprehensive support at every step:
We recognize that compliance projects can be long-lasting, exhaustive, and challenging. With a keen eye on the long-term implications, our team works closely with yours to ensure successful and efficient project management and execution. Our goal is to structure and conduct internal investigations efficiently, minimizing unwanted publicity and attention.
Cost-efficiency and value:
We ensure that the costs of the investigation will be kept under control and will not reach a dimension that would result in a “second sanction” on the company. This principle is further promoted by our internal profit allocation which is based on a genuine lockstep system.
Building lasting partnerships:
We are interested in establishing a long-term relationship with our clients in all practice areas rather than in generating short-term profits. Our approach is focused on long-term collaboration rather than short-term gains. This philosophy is further reinforced by our genuine lockstep system.
Excellent IT know how:
Based on our clients’ eDiscovery needs, we set up the best-suited team for the project, including inhouse forensic experts and on-premises eDiscovery tools hosted in Germany. We offer our clients one-stop, excellent legal advice together with optimally customised fact-finding solutions and efficient project management.
“Its professional excellence, foresight and stamina makes Hengeler Mueller‘s team an invaluable asset in challenging situations – the team of choice for complex matters.”
Florian Stork
Group General Counsel, TÜV SÜD AG
Selected matters
Allianz SE: Advisory matter concerning proceedings conducted by US agencies due to major losses incurred by funds in the US and regarding criminal allegations against the former portfolio managers.
Aurubis AG: Internal investigation for the Supervisory Board regarding certain damage events and review of board liability
Deutsche Börse AG: Internal investigation in connection with criminal investigations regarding tax evasion and fraud (“cum/ex”).
TÜV SÜD AG: Investigation regarding the rupture of the tailing dam in Brumadinho, Brazil
Robert Bosch GmbH: Worldwide internal and external investigations as well as criminal, civil and regulatory cross-border proceedings and class actions regarding alleged manipulation of exhaust gas emissions of diesel vehicles
DAX company: International internal investigation into a primarily US-related compliance incident.
Financial services provider: International investigation and advising regarding a special audit by the German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority.
Global enterprise: Defence counselling and internal investigation into the suspected supply of products to the Russian arms industry before the invasion of Ukraine.
DAX company: Preventive advice on technical compliance - advice on further development options with regard to the organisation and processes for compliance with technical-regulatory requirements in the area of software development, among others
Leading Consulting Firm: Criminal law advice and internal investigation in connection with possible corruption and fraud matters