Business-related penal law (White collar crime)

White collar crime refers to offences connected to business activities. This may include insider trading, disloyalty to principal, bribery, accounting fraud, tax crime, or workplace safety violations.

For those subjected to a criminal investigation, the situation often arises suddenly – for example through a dawn raid where company executives and employees are brought in for questioning and electronic material is seized. In many cases, the investigation has then been ongoing quietly for a long time.

Cases involving economic crime are characterised by large volumes of documentation and high legal complexity. Special experience and precision are required in order to safeguard rights and interests in the best possible way.

Our experience

ASTRA ADVOKATER has extensive experience in handling these matters – from the first investigative measures to proceedings in court. We have represented both companies and individuals in several of the most high-profile economic crime cases in Sweden. Our assignments have also included the defence of foreign nationals accused of crimes in Sweden, as well as Swedish clients suspected of crimes abroad.

When you are under suspicion

If you or your company are the subject of an investigation, we can, together with our international network, provide qualified advice on legal, procedural, and practical matters – regardless of where in the world the investigation is conducted.

When you need to investigate yourself

We also assist companies wishing to carry out internal investigations, or that require support where there is suspicion that crimes may have been committed within the organisation – for example by employees, business partners, or suppliers. In such cases, we can provide both legal analysis and strategic advice, and coordinate cooperation with authorities where appropriate.