Criminal law lawyer in Frankfurt (English‑speaking)

Boutique defence for white‑collar, criminal tax, corporate crime, arrest warrants, pre-trial detention & extradition

Criminal law lawyer in Frankfurt (English‑speaking)
Buchert Jacob Peter is a Frankfurt‑based boutique of specialist criminal law lawyers. We focus exclusively on criminal law and compliance, advising and defending private individuals and companies in preliminary proceedings and criminal investigations nationwide and before all courts. Core strengths include white‑collar and criminal tax law, corporate and labour criminal law, internal investigations and ombudsperson services.

Why clients choose us

25+ years of experience combining defence, compliance and ombudsperson work.
One of Germany’s largest ombudsperson providers with 70+ mandates for well‑known companies.
Personal, partner‑level attention—we are not an anonymous large law firm.
Top Lawyers:
- Frank M. Peter — Specialist Lawyer for Criminal Law
  Deep white‑collar & tax focus: Handles business, tax and capital‑market criminal matters; also corporate defence & internal investigations.
  Extra qualifications clients value: Certified Accounting Specialist (Dr. Endriss) and certified specialist consultant for criminal tax law (DAA) and business criminal law (DSV).
  Seasoned advocate: Specialist lawyer for criminal law for 10+ years; partner of the firm since 2021.
- Dr. Caroline Jacob — Specialist Lawyer for Criminal Law
  Academic strength + practice: Doctorate in white‑collar criminal law; extensive experience as a criminal defence lawyer.
  Company‑side expertise: Ombudswoman for numerous enterprises; strong in compliance and internal investigations.
  Broad commercial coverage: Business & tax criminal law, corporate and labour criminal law; partner since 2013.
- Dr. Rainer Buchert
  Unique law‑enforcement insight: Former Police Commissioner and BKA criminal director; brings decades of investigative experience to strategic defence.
  Proven for companies & individuals: Founder (1999) of the criminal‑law boutique; advises and defends private clients and corporates nationwide.
  Trusted compliance leader: Long‑standing ombudsman for numerous companies; teaches at Frankfurt School—practical, up‑to‑date guidance.

How we help

Defence in investigations & in court (from the first police contact and arrest & through trial).
White‑collar & criminal tax cases (commercial criminal law).
Corporate & labour criminal law, compliance advisory and programmes.
Internal investigations with case‑specific teams when misconduct is suspected.
Ombudsperson services to prevent corruption and commercial crime.

„I Have Been Arrested in Frankfurt or Germany: What Can I Do and What Will Happen?“

What Happens After an Arrest?

If your relative or acquaintance has been arrested—perhaps at Frankfurt Airport or even at home living in Germany—the situation can be overwhelming. In Germany, arrests are usually executed under a formal arrest warrant (Haftbefehl), issued in writing by a judge upon request by the prosecution, and carried out by police (dr-buchert.de). In exceptional cases, a preliminary or on-the-spot arrest may occur if there is imminent danger or the suspect is caught in the act (dr-buchert.de).

Once arrested, the individual must be presented to a judge without delay. At this hearing, the judge decides whether pretrial detention (“Untersuchungshaft”) is justified, based on factors like flight risk, risk of obstructing the investigation, or risk of repeated offenses (dr-buchert.de).

What if It’s an Extradition Warrant?

If the arrest is based on an extradition request—such as a European Arrest Warrant or similar international demand—the suspect may face extradition detention (“Auslieferungshaft”) while the legal process unfolds (dr-buchert.de). This is a separate, complex procedure governed by international agreements and demanding deep expertise.

What Can You Do? Why Choose Us

1. Act urgently. You or your loved one must immediately contact a Frankfurt-based criminal defence lawyer, ideally with experience in both domestic investigative detention and extradition.

2. We intervene from the start. At Buchert Jacob Peter, our team is experienced—25+ years of defending clients in preliminary investigations, court hearings, and international extradition cases (dr-buchert.de).

3. We demand fairness and legality. We scrutinize the arrest and warrant for procedural defects—an invalid warrant without timely defendant notification, or flaws in detention justification, can be challenged (dr-buchert.de).

4. We defend across scenarios. Whether it’s pre-trial detention (risk-based) or extradition detention (international law), our boutique team ensures partner-level attention, combining criminal defence, compliance know-how, and ombudsperson experience (dr-buchert.de).

FAQ

Question Answer
What is an arrest warrant (Haftbefehl)? A written judicial order for arrest, setting the grounds for pre-trial detention, e.g. flight risk, risk of evidence tampering (dr-buchert.de).
What is the difference between pre-trial and extradition detention? Pre-trial detention is domestic, based on national criminal procedure. Extradition detention is based on an international demand or European Arrest Warrant (dr-buchert.de).
What rights must be upheld during an arrest? The arrested must be informed of their rights, brought before a judge promptly, and allowed to contact a lawyer (dr-buchert.de).
Can an arrest or warrant be challenged? Yes—older or improperly issued warrants can be overturned or suspended; procedural errors may breach fundamental rights (dr-buchert.de).
Why choose Buchert Jacob Peter? We’re not an anonymous firm—we offer individual, expert defence, focused on criminal law, with decades of defence and compliance experience in Frankfurt and beyond (dr-buchert.de).

Final Call to Action

If someone you care about has been arrested in Frankfurt—whether at the airport or at home—don’t wait. Reach out to Buchert Jacob Peter, specialist criminal law lawyers in Frankfurt with proven expertise in both domestic and extradition cases. Contact us immediately to defend their rights and freedom.

Looking for an English‑speaking criminal law lawyer in Frankfurt?
Speak to our team today.

Phone: +496971033330
Email: kanzlei@dr-buchert.de

Question	Answer
What is an arrest warrant (Haftbefehl)?	A written judicial order for arrest, setting the grounds for pre-trial detention, e.g. flight risk, risk of evidence tampering (dr-buchert.de).
What is the difference between pre-trial and extradition detention?	Pre-trial detention is domestic, based on national criminal procedure. Extradition detention is based on an international demand or European Arrest Warrant (dr-buchert.de).
What rights must be upheld during an arrest?	The arrested must be informed of their rights, brought before a judge promptly, and allowed to contact a lawyer (dr-buchert.de).
Can an arrest or warrant be challenged?	Yes—older or improperly issued warrants can be overturned or suspended; procedural errors may breach fundamental rights (dr-buchert.de).
Why choose Buchert Jacob Peter?	We’re not an anonymous firm—we offer individual, expert defence, focused on criminal law, with decades of defence and compliance experience in Frankfurt and beyond (dr-buchert.de).