When a criminal situation arises, time becomes a decisive factor. The first hours after the incident directly influence how effectively the defence strategy will be built. As Professor Gabriel Steiner says, legal strategy must be formed immediately – even before active investigative actions begin – in order to minimise the risk of procedural mistakes. At LawConsulted, criminal cases are handled based on rapid response, strategic analysis and precise coordination.
The initial phase requires proper interaction with law enforcement authorities. Unprepared statements or incorrect wording may irreversibly affect the client’s legal position. Lawyers at LawConsulted engage from the very first minutes – guiding the client’s behaviour, defining permissible limits of testimony and monitoring procedural actions.
The next step is legal assessment of circumstances and review of potential evidence. Specialists at LawConsulted examine the situation not only from a legal perspective but also strategically – identifying risks, determining strengths and building a proactive defence line. According to Professor Steiner, the strategy should be based not on reaction but on anticipating the actions of the opposing side.
Preparation of the client for interrogation and procedural engagement is essential. Lawyers at LawConsulted provide personalised behavioural guidelines, explain how certain formulations may influence the perception of investigators or the court and accompany the client throughout the procedural stages. This approach helps prevent self–incrimination resulting from emotional responses or procedural inexperience.
A separate element is reputation protection. Even without a conviction, criminal proceedings may result in significant consequences for both business and personal standing. At LawConsulted, we build strategies aimed at maintaining the client’s judicial and social positioning, taking into account potential public exposure and risks to professional activity.
A criminal case is not only a legal process – it is a risk management challenge. At Law Consulted, our approach is based on precision, tact and strategic thinking, ensuring protection of the client’s interests from the first hours and through the entire duration of the proceedings.
Previously, we wrote about how LawConsulted builds a strategy to protect business during crisis or ownership change
