Services

Operational support for critical situations

From acute crisis to systematic development — I support you with 40 years of experience from police, Big Four and Corporate Compliance.

Internal Investigations

When suspicion arises, you need clarity

I lead and conduct internal investigations in cases of compliance suspicion — from initial evidence preservation to a structured final report for executive management and supervisory bodies.

  • Immediate measures in acute suspicion cases
  • Structured investigation planning and execution
  • Forensic preservation of digital and physical evidence
  • Coordination with external specialists (IT forensics, lawyers)
  • Court-admissible documentation of every investigative step
  • Management-grade final reports with clear recommendations

Typical engagement scenarios

  • 1Whistleblower report received
  • 2Irregularities discovered in accounting
  • 3Suspicion of corruption or antitrust violations
  • 4Preparation for regulatory investigations

Forensic Interviews

500+ interviews worldwide — experience that counts

From planning through to court-admissible documentation: I conduct forensic interviews using investigative methodology and find out what really happened.

  • Careful interview planning and preparation
  • Application of established methods (Reid, PEACE, Cognitive Interview)
  • Conduct also in difficult or confrontational situations
  • Documentation to court-admissible standards
  • Follow-up and analysis of statements
  • Integration into ongoing investigations

Typical engagement scenarios

  • 1Interviewing suspects and witnesses
  • 2Due diligence interviews in M&A
  • 3Resolution of internal conflicts
  • 4Interviews on behalf of law firms

Preparation for Interrogations & Court

For private individuals — know what to expect

Are you facing court proceedings or questioning by law enforcement or internal investigators? I prepare you on a fact-based basis — not coaching, but knowledge from 40 years on both sides of the table.

  • How interrogations work: process, tactics, psychological dynamics
  • Your rights and obligations — what you must say and what you don't have to
  • Avoiding typical mistakes that devalue or incriminate statements
  • Conduct in court: language, body language, dealing with judges and lawyers
  • Structured preparation of your statement — fact-based and verifiable
  • Simulation of realistic questioning situations

Typical engagement scenarios

  • 1Summons as witness or accused
  • 2Upcoming court hearing as party or witness
  • 3Internal investigation within the company
  • 4Questioning by regulatory authorities or auditors

Compliance Management Systems

Structures that work

I support the development, review and further enhancement of Compliance Management Systems — practice-oriented and tailored to your organisation.

  • CMS development to recognised standards (IDW PS 980)
  • Health check of existing compliance structures
  • Development of policies and processes
  • Implementation of whistleblower systems (HinSchG)
  • Risk analyses and compliance mapping
  • Development and execution of compliance audits to cover the CMS "Detection" requirement
  • Support during certifications

Typical engagement scenarios

  • 1Initial CMS development
  • 2Preparation for external audits
  • 3Implementation of the Whistleblower Protection Act
  • 4Interim assumption of compliance duties

Training & Seminars

Knowledge that lasts

Practical training for compliance teams, internal auditors and executives. No theoretical slides, but experience from 40 years of investigative practice.

  • Anti-corruption training for all hierarchy levels
  • Antitrust awareness for sales and procurement
  • Interview training for internal auditors
  • Forensic Awareness for executives
  • Workshop formats and e-learning concepts
  • Train-the-trainer programmes

Typical engagement scenarios

  • 1Mandatory training for employees
  • 2Specialist training for investigators
  • 3Management briefings
  • 4Onboarding for new compliance officers

Working together

How we work together

Clear structures, transparent communication, reliable results.

01

Initial conversation

Non-binding and confidential discussion of your situation. Joint assessment of what action is needed.

02

Proposal & planning

Concrete proposal with transparent cost structure. Detailed project planning and resource alignment.

03

Execution

Professional implementation with regular status reports. Flexible adjustment to new findings.

04

Closing & documentation

Structured final report with clear recommendations. Support during implementation.