Economic crimes represent one of the most complex and technically demanding areas of Criminal Law. These offences, which affect property, the economy and public trust, require a highly specialised and strategic legal approach. At our law firm in Madrid, led by Arantxa Geijo and Francisco Estevan, we provide expert advice and representation in financial and economic criminal proceedings at both national and international levels.

What Are Economic Crimes?

Economic crimes include all unlawful acts that cause financial harm to others or to the socio-economic order, typically through deception, abuse of trust or manipulation of financial information. The most common examples are fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, tax offences and corporate crimes.

These offences are characterised by their technical and financial complexity, often involving company structures, cross-border transactions, investment vehicles or digital assets. Their analysis requires a combination of legal, accounting and economic expertise.

The Importance of Specialised Criminal Defence

In cases involving economic crimes, the intervention of a specialised criminal lawyer from the outset of the investigation is essential. A well-prepared legal strategy can be decisive in preventing unjust charges or reducing criminal liability. Our firm approaches each case comprehensively, assessing all documentation, expert reports and the financial background of the alleged conduct.

We have extensive experience defending clients before Spanish criminal courts, the Audiencia Nacional and the Supreme Court, as well as in proceedings with an international dimension, including those involving INTERPOL red notices and extradition requests.

Main Types of Economic Crimes

• Fraud: obtaining a financial benefit through deception or misrepresentation that induces another person to act to their detriment.
• Embezzlement: the unlawful appropriation or misuse of assets that were entrusted for management or safekeeping.
• Money Laundering: concealing or disguising the illicit origin of funds or assets, often connected to previous criminal activities.
• Tax Offences: deliberate evasion or fraud against the Tax Authorities or Social Security system.
• Corporate Crimes: unlawful acts within corporate structures, such as mismanagement, false accounting or breach of fiduciary duties.
• Corruption: acts of bribery, influence peddling or misappropriation committed by public officials or private individuals in positions of trust.

These offences often carry severe penalties, including imprisonment, significant fines and reputational damage. A strong, technically informed defence is therefore vital.

Prevention and Compliance as Key Tools

In addition to criminal defence, our firm provides preventive legal advice on compliance, tax planning and internal control. The objective is to reduce the legal risks inherent in business activity and ensure transparency in economic and financial operations.

Effective prevention policies help identify potential vulnerabilities, implement control mechanisms and avoid corporate criminal liability, both for companies and for their directors.

International Dimension of Economic Crimes

Many economic crimes have a cross-border component: international transfers, foreign companies, cryptocurrency operations or offshore accounts. These cases often involve cooperation between multiple jurisdictions, INTERPOL alerts and extradition proceedings.

With proven experience in international criminal defence, our firm provides legal representation in such complex contexts, ensuring the protection of fundamental rights and the correct application of international law.

Personalised and Confidential Legal Assistance

Every economic crime case requires a bespoke legal strategy. Our lawyers in Madrid provide ongoing support throughout the process — from the initial investigation to the final resolution. We work closely with forensic accountants and financial experts to build a robust and technically sound defence.

Discretion, precision and professional integrity are the foundations of our work. Our goal is to protect our clients’ interests and reputations with the highest legal standards.

Conclusion: Experience and Commitment

Defending clients accused of economic crimes requires deep legal knowledge, financial understanding and international awareness. Under the leadership of Arantxa Geijo and Francisco Estevan, our law firm in Madrid combines these elements to offer effective and strategic legal defence in national and international proceedings.

If you are seeking economic crime lawyers in Madrid with international experience and a strong record in criminal defence, we are here to help. Our commitment is to provide transparent, ethical and technically sound legal solutions for each client. Get in touch with us here.