Parliamentary committees of inquiry share numerous parallels with criminal proceedings. The taking of evidence is generally governed by the rules of criminal procedure. However, federal and state legal peculiarities, as well as the specific function of these proceedings within the context of parliamentary oversight of the government, give the law governing parliamentary committees of inquiry a distinctive character. In addition to expertise in criminal procedure, experience with political processes is indispensable.
We advise and represent individuals before federal and state investigative committees and advise affected institutions. We counter the often-threatened media coverage in close cooperation with experienced lawyers specializing in media and press law.